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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 Traction Alopecia Simulating Lichen Planopilaris
A woman's hair loss looked like a different condition due to her hairstyle, and treatment stopped further hair loss but didn't regrow hair.
research Presentation, Diagnosis, and Management Options of Lipedematous Alopecia
Lipedematous alopecia involves a thickened scalp and hair loss, with limited effective treatments available.
research Unilateral Branch Retinal Artery Occlusion in a Patient with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus treatment can restore vision in patients with retinal artery occlusion.
research Management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Effective treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa varies, with antibiotics commonly used and surgery as an option, but no single method is universally successful.
research Proliferative, Lymphocytic, Infundibular Mural Folliculitis and Dermatitis with Prominent Follicular Apoptosis and Parakeratotic Casts in Four Labrador Retrievers: Preliminary Description and Response to Therapy
A new skin disease in four Labrador retrievers responded well to immunosuppressive treatment.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity The DEFINITIVE cure for hairloss
The conversation humorously suggests using immunosuppressants like ciclosporine and oral minoxidil for hair regrowth, with a satirical plan involving hair transplants from family members. It highlights the side effects and impracticality of such treatments, emphasizing the post's satirical nature.
community Medications that cause extra hair growth
The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.
community I want to use oral minoxidil, but I think my heart might be sensitive.
Oral minoxidil may cause heart palpitations, especially in those sensitive to caffeine. It's advised to consult a doctor and consider starting at a low dose or using topical minoxidil.
community How soon did you start seeing results with Oral Minoxidil?
Oral minoxidil shows varying results for hair regrowth, with some users seeing improvements within weeks to months, while others see minimal or no gains. Combining treatments like finasteride or Tretinoin may enhance results, but outcomes differ widely.
community Oral minoxidil — is it actually worth it?
Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like increased heart rate and edema. Finasteride is recommended, with dutasteride as an alternative if needed.