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research Lead, Mercury, and Arsenic Poisoning Due to Topical Use of Traditional Chinese Medicines

68 citations , May 2013 in “The American journal of medicine”

This report documents two cases of severe systemic poisoning from heavy metals after short-term use of traditional Chinese medicines for treating damaged or infected tissue.

research Case Report: Potential Arsenic Toxicosis Secondary to Herbal Kelp Supplement

67 citations , January 2007 in “Environmental health perspectives”

This case report highlights that a woman experienced arsenic toxicosis from kelp supplements, manifesting as alopecia and memory loss, which resolved after stopping the supplements.

research Hair Manifestations of Systemic Disease

10 citations , August 2012 in “Current Problems in Pediatric and Adolescent Health Care”

This review explores hair signs related to nutrition disorders, such as thin and dyspigmented hair, without presenting new clinical findings; the authors highlight unknowns regarding underlying causes.

research Ophthalmologic Features of Thallium Poisoning

20 citations , February 1994 in “American Journal of Ophthalmology”

This case study reports a 44-year-old man with criminal sublethal thallium poisoning who demonstrated diminished contrast sensitivity, a tritan color vision defect, and a relative cecocentral scotoma leading to optic atrophy.

research Painful, Unexplained Peripheral Neuropathy? Think Thallium Toxicity

June 2007 in “Emergency medicine news”

This article discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of thallium poisoning, with no new clinical results reported; the authors emphasize the importance of early suspicion for effective intervention.

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community Can we stop fear mongering with finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 285 upvotes 11 months ago

Finasteride is effective for hair loss but can cause sexual dysfunction and mental health issues in some users, leading to a polarized debate on its risks. Some switch to alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments to avoid side effects.

community Let Me Sell You on NAC

17 upvotes 7 years ago

The conversation discusses using NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) alongside minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with some users noting potential hairline improvement and increased energy. The original poster reduced their finasteride dosage due to mental decline and anxiety, and while NAC's effects on hair are anecdotal, it is considered low-risk with other health benefits.

community Guys, I'm convinced the secret to keep a good head of hair is to be involved with classical music in some way

156 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The conversation humorously suggests that involvement in classical music might help maintain a full head of hair, with mentions of treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. It also touches on various theories and jokes about hair loss, including the effects of music vibrations and drug use.

community What do you do when you lose ground on dut?

5 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of dutasteride, finasteride, and oral minoxidil. Suggestions include checking for deficiencies, considering experimental treatments, and possibly increasing dutasteride dosage.

community Blood test results and balding

in Treatment 2 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has been using topical Minoxidil and finasteride for 5 months without seeing regrowth, despite ideal blood test results. They are seeking advice on what to do next due to frustration with continued hair loss.

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