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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research Prevalence and Factors Associated with Telogen Effluvium in Adult Females at Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia: A Retrospective Study
Hair loss in adult females in Makkah is often linked to iron-deficiency anemia and thyroid issues.
research Iron-Deficiency Anemia During Childhood
Children need early diagnosis and treatment for iron-deficiency anemia to prevent learning problems and promote health.
research The Complexities of Iron Deficiency in Patients After Bariatric Surgery
People often have iron deficiency after weight-loss surgery, which can cause symptoms like hair loss and dizziness, and iron levels should be tested to diagnose it.
research A Case of Premature Hair Graying Treated with Ferrous Sulfate
Iron supplements can restore normal hair color in cases of premature graying linked to iron deficiency.
research The Diagnosis and Treatment of Iron Deficiency and Its Potential Relationship to Hair Loss
Iron deficiency may be related to hair loss, but there's not enough evidence to recommend iron screening or supplements for all hair loss patients.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity I don’t know what to do at this point
A 21-year-old woman with female pattern baldness has tried minoxidil, red light therapy, and supplements without success. She is considering spironolactone and seeking medical advice.
community Any growth (been taking iron supplements)
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on iron supplements for low ferritin levels and considering finasteride and minoxidil if thinning persists. There is debate over starting with finasteride versus dutasteride, with some users advocating for dutasteride due to its potency, while others caution about potential side effects.
community I've tried everything and my hair is still thinning
The user has tried finasteride, oral minoxidil, iron supplements, vitamin D, and vitamin B12, but their hair is still thinning after 5 years. Another user suggested trying dutasteride.
community almost 6 months of progress :)
The user shared their 6-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and iron supplements, along with occasional microneedling and specific shampoos. They reported minimal side effects and no retrograde alopecia, attributing their success to a combination of treatments.
community 22M Fin and min everyday for 10 months, looks like my right temple is still receding
The user is seeking opinions on their hair loss, specifically the receding of their right temple. They are considering switching to Dutasteride but are unsure if it will help. Other users suggest that their hairline has improved with the use of Finasteride and Minoxidil. One user mentions using RU58841 to thicken their hairline.