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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 Oral Ivermectin in the Treatment of Scabies
Oral ivermectin effectively cured scabies with minimal side effects, and finasteride promoted hair growth in men with hair loss.
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Demodex may be linked to blepharitis, and treatments like tea tree oil and ivermectin can help.
research Successful Management of Concurrent Scabies and Dermatophytosis in a Chippiparai Pup
A Chippiparai pup was successfully treated for scabies and a fungal infection using ivermectin and topical solutions.
research Persistent Facial and Chest Papular and Pustular Eruption in a Stem Cell Transplant Patient
A 68-year-old man improved after being correctly diagnosed and treated for a skin condition caused by mites, following a stem cell transplant.
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The document concludes that there is a need for more research and regulation in dermatology, covering topics like latex allergy in children, the use of botulinum toxin, and treatments for skin conditions.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Oral min 2.5mg closing in on 3 months
_the_orange_box_'s experience using oral minoxidil, with discussion about finasteride and the potential side effects of both treatments. Other users shared their own experiences related to hair loss treatments.
community Is this basically the closest thing to a cure? I don’t know why more men don’t use wigs. Thought?
Wigs are considered a temporary solution for hair loss, with concerns about cost, maintenance, and social stigma. Many prefer treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or hair transplants for more permanent results.
community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.
A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.
community Oral Minoxidil - The Hyper-Responder Concept
Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to genetic differences in the SULT1A1 enzyme, affecting how well it converts to its active form, minoxidil sulfate. Hyper-responders may experience rapid hair growth and increased side effects, such as pericardial effusion, even at low doses.
community Oral fin 1mg + oral min 2.5mg 100 days
The user experienced improved hair density and some regrowth after 100 days of using oral finasteride (1mg) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg), with plans to add microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. Despite some initial side effects, they report no current issues and intend to continue the treatment.