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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 Toxic Side Effects of Targeted Therapies and Immunotherapies Affecting the Skin, Oral Mucosa, Hair, and Nails
Cancer treatments targeting specific cells and the immune system can cause skin, mouth, hair, and nail problems, affecting patients' quality of life and treatment adherence.
research Dermatological Adverse Events with Taxane Chemotherapy
Taxane chemotherapy can cause skin, hair, and nail side effects, which are often under-reported and can affect patient quality of life.
research Photobiomodulation Therapy in Management of Cancer Therapy-Induced Side Effects: WALT Position Paper 2022
Photobiomodulation therapy helps manage cancer treatment side effects but needs more research for optimization.
research Profile Analysis of Adverse Events After Boron Neutron Capture Therapy for Head and Neck Cancer: A Sub-Analysis of the JHN002 Study
Boron neutron capture therapy for head and neck cancer can cause side effects like mouth sores and skin irritation, which vary depending on where the treatment is aimed.
research Dermatological Adverse Effects of Chemotherapeutic Agents: Experience from a Tertiary Centre
About 22% of cancer patients had skin-related side effects from chemotherapy, but these were usually not severe enough to halt treatment.
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community Oral Min 2.5mg, oral fin 1mg, 2mm derma roller, discouraged by results after a month
The user is using oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg, oral Finasteride 1 mg, and a 2mm derma roller for hair loss but feels discouraged by the lack of results after a month. They are seeking advice and considering additional methods like antiandrogens, exercise, and dietary changes.
community How Dangerous is Oral Min Really?
Oral minoxidil is generally effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and facial puffiness. Users highlight the importance of monitoring blood pressure due to potential cardiovascular risks.
community Oral minoxidil + microneedling - pointless?
Oral minoxidil is considered effective for hair growth, and some users combine it with microneedling despite mixed opinions on its additional benefits. Concerns about microneedling include potential scarring and lack of conclusive evidence on its effectiveness when used with oral treatments.
community Oral Dutasteride before vs After !
A 27-year-old male experienced hair thickening using a specialized pill containing Dutasteride and Minoxidil, despite taking it irregularly due to being away from home. He plans to resume a more regular dosing schedule for better results, as he noticed side effects like brain fog and decreased libido.
community Oral Minoxidil & Oral Finasteride 4 Months After
The post discusses hair growth progress after using oral minoxidil and oral finasteride for four months, following a hair transplant. The user notes improved hair thickness, particularly in the mid scalp and crown areas.