50 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology”
Some skin conditions, like psoriasis and early-onset baldness, may indicate metabolic syndrome, and others are linked to diabetes risk and cardiovascular issues.
6 citations,
March 1999 in “Journal of pediatric health care”
The document emphasizes the need for primary care providers to understand and care for African American children's hair and skin to boost their self-esteem.
3 citations,
June 2004 in “Alternative and Complementary Therapies”
The document concludes that hair loss is influenced by genetics and other factors, and while treatments like finasteride can help, they have limitations and side effects.
Hair loss discussion mentions NativeAmericans' resistance to male pattern baldness and lack of facial hair. Users discuss genetics, sun exposure, and potential treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
A user is concerned about male pattern baldness despite their father having hair. Replies suggest visiting a dermatologist and considering finasteride or dutasteride, as natural methods are ineffective.
A joke about someone named "Fin Diesel" living life one milligram at a time, referencing the treatments Finasteride and Minoxidil used to treat hair loss; users discussed whether the look would be better with or without hair.
The conversation humorously speculates on whether an elderly man's good hairline is due to finasteride, dutasteride, or genetics. It also discusses the role of DHT and genetics in hair loss.
A user shared a nearly 3-year update on their hairline improvement using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral, and Dermarolling. Other users commented on the success and discussed their own experiences with similar treatments.