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research Lichen planus and dyslipidemia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies

29 citations , February 2016 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that patients with lichen planus were significantly more likely to have dyslipidemia, particularly with higher triglyceride levels.

research Risk factors for prostate cancer: An umbrella review of prospective observational studies and mendelian randomization analyses

March 2024 in “PLoS medicine”

This study systematically reviewed meta-analyses and Mendelian randomization studies to identify factors influencing prostate cancer risk, finding suggestive associations for physical activity, height, and smoking but no robust, convincing overlapping evidence across tested factors.

research Current application of mesotherapy in pattern hair loss: A systematic review

8 citations , March 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This study concluded that mesotherapy appears effective for treating pattern hair loss, but emphasizes a need for more research comparing it to other treatments due to limited sample sizes.

research Homoeopathy a System of Holistic Healing as an Alternative Treatment for PCOS – a Review

6 citations , December 2021 in “International Journal of High Dilution Research - ISSN 1982-6206”

This review covers clinical studies on using homoeopathy to treat PCOS and concludes that further rigorous research is necessary to substantiate its effectiveness.

Platelet-Rich Plasma in Hair Restoration Treatments: A Comprehensive Review of Existing Literature

research Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) in Hair Restoration Treatments: A Comprehensive Review of Existing Literature

September 2024 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport”

This review synthesizes existing research and indicates that PRP therapy shows promise for promoting hair regrowth and improving hair density, while also discussing the need for more studies on its safety and efficacy.

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community Do studies say Finasteride shed is real?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 12 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride may cause hair shedding as part of the regrowth process, but there are no controlled trials confirming this. The shedding idea is mostly based on anecdotal reports and comparisons to how minoxidil works.

community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

50 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

community Weed/THC effects on hair growth/hair loss, and vitality of organ-culture human follicle studies (research review)

4 upvotes 1 year ago

Cannabis and THC may have mixed effects on hair, with some studies suggesting potential negative impacts on hair growth in isolated hair follicles, but these results are hard to apply to living humans. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used for hair loss, and the effects of cannabis might be neutral or vary based on individual factors.

community Microneedling Isn’t Snake Oil — It’s Evidence-Based. Let’s Talk Studies, Not Fear.

41 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling is supported by research as an effective adjuvant treatment for hair loss, especially when combined with Minoxidil or Finasteride, with minimal side effects if done properly. Concerns about long-term safety and potential risks like infection or fibrosis remain, but many users report positive results.

community Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.

494 upvotes 10 months ago

Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.

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Dutasteride side effects: what the label and studies actually report The Avodart label reports impotence in 4.7% and decreased libido in 3.0% of men in the first six months (1.7% and 1.4% on placebo), with new reports falling after month six; those figures come from BPH trials in older men, and the hair-loss trials in younger men run only six months. The label and studies also flag a PSA drop of about half, a small rise in high-grade prostate cancer in one trial, an observational link to depression, and sexual effects that the label says may persist after stopping.

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Can a zinc deficiency directly cause hair thinning or increased shedding? Studies link low serum zinc to diffuse shedding and alopecia areata, and severe deficiency states cause hair loss that reverses when zinc is replaced. The evidence is mostly observational, the one supplementation study was small and uncontrolled, and zinc is not a treatment for pattern hair loss.

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Can folic acid help reduce hair loss in men and women, and how should it be taken? Correcting a confirmed folate deficiency is reasonable, but no published trial shows folic acid supplementation reduces hair loss on its own; the evidence is a few small observational studies and reviews that call for proper trials.

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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

learn Melatonin

hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair

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natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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