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research Vitamin D-Dependent Rickets Type II
A 3-year-old with vitamin D-resistant rickets and severe hair loss died despite treatment, highlighting the need for improved management of the condition.
research Experience of Intravenous Calcium Treatment and Long-Term Responses to Treatment in a Patient with Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets Resulting from a Novel Mutation
Intravenous calcium therapy is a safe and effective treatment for a rare type of rickets.
research Rickets with Alopecia Signals Vitamin D Dependent Rickets Type II
A child with rickets and hair loss might have a rare type of rickets that doesn't improve much with usual vitamin D and calcium treatment.
research Genetic Disorders and Defects in Vitamin D Action
Two rare genetic diseases cause severe rickets in children due to defects in vitamin D metabolism.
research Clinical and Genetic Findings in a Chinese Family with VDR-Associated Hereditary Vitamin D-Resistant Rickets
A Chinese family had a child with a specific gene mutation causing vitamin D-resistant rickets, but the child improved with calcium and low-dose calcitriol.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Finasteride is Good for Heart Health!
Finasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, may also benefit heart health. Some users discuss the potential negative effects of DHT on the heart and the balance between hair loss treatments and heart health.
community Should I Add Dermarolling to My Hair Regrowth Routine?
An 18-year-old using Minoxidil 2% for hair loss is considering adding dermarolling to their routine. Replies suggest adding finasteride, using a dermastamp, and microneedling, with positive experiences shared.
community Anti Fibrosis and Calcification regimen?
The user experienced no improvement in hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil but had side effects. They plan to add wounding, scalp massage, vitamin K, and taurine supplements to their regimen and seek feedback on these additions.
community Ultimate Hairloss Flowchart (for beginners)
The conversation discusses a hair loss flowchart for beginners, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, and vitamins.
community 4 months running still lot to improve ig 😉
A 20-year-old who started balding in 2020 and has been using a treatment routine for 4 months that includes daily Minoxidil (1.5ml), Finasteride three times a week, and a derma roller twice a week, along with a 2-month course of vitamin supplements. The treatment has significantly improved their hair loss, boosting their confidence.