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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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research The Pathological Culprit of Neuropathic Skin Pain in Long COVID-19 Patients: A Case Series
Long COVID-19 patients with skin pain might have a nerve condition that responds to a medication called gabapentin.
research Sensitive Scalp: Diagnosis and Practical Management
For sensitive scalp, treatment is personalized and may include specific medications and hydration, while avoiding stress and irritating products.
research Sensitive Scalp: Diagnosis and Practical Management
Sensitive scalp causes discomfort and hair loss, treated with personalized care.
research Scalp Dysesthesia Related to Cervical Spine Disease
Most women with weird scalp feelings had neck spine problems, and some got better with gabapentin treatment.
research Cervical Spine Imaging and Treatment Outcomes in Scalp Dysesthesia: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Degenerative changes in the lower cervical spine are common in patients with abnormal scalp sensations, with some improvement seen using pain medication and physical therapy.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Does finasteride decrease free testosterone?
Finasteride may decrease free testosterone by increasing SHBG, potentially causing side effects like reduced libido and hormonal changes. Some find it effective for hair loss, while others experience negative effects.
community Why don’t people just just DUT instead of FIN?
The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride (DUT) versus finasteride (FIN) for hair loss treatment, with some users preferring DUT for its effectiveness while others choose FIN due to its approval status, better long-term data, and lower risk of side effects. Users share personal experiences with both medications, including side effects and effectiveness.
community Is hair thinning or loss associated with pain?
Hair thinning/loss associated with burning scalp pain. Finasteride helped relieve "DHT itch" for one person.
community Oral minoxidil and oral finasteride progress
The user has been using oral finasteride 1mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily since late 2024 and reports positive progress in hair growth without side effects, though some unwanted hair growth on hands and arms. The user is 26 years old and started losing hair around age 20 or 21.
community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.
Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.