49 citations
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November 2021 in “Annual review of pathology”
This review discusses the regulatory roles of lysophospholipids like LPA and S1P in diseases such as fibrosis, neuropathic pain, and cancer, but reports no new clinical results.
7 citations
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April 2019 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal”
This study found that repeated applications of both nonactivated and activated PRP in rats led to increased hypersensitivity to pain, which may be linked to elevated nerve growth factor levels and inflammatory mediators.
March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
Hair casts are often mistaken for head lice, scalp pain in hair loss is linked to certain nerve factors, eyelash growth treatment is safe and effective, and nail shedding in children may follow hand-foot-mouth disease.
6 citations
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January 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”
This article discusses the potential association between stress, poor sleep, and telogen effluvium during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the possible role of substance P, but reports no new clinical results.
The user has been dealing with hair loss for 10 years, worsened by psoriasis, and uses minoxidil and finasteride. They seek advice on managing psoriasis and hair loss, with suggestions to see a dermatologist, try different shampoos, and be patient.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) was found to improve hair parameters in men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia, showing increased terminal hair count and decreased vellus hair count, with good tolerability. NAC, used alone or with minoxidil, may help due to its antioxidant properties, though its effectiveness can vary among individuals.
Scalp pain alongside hair loss may indicate inflammation rather than just male pattern baldness. Treatments mentioned include triamcinolone acetonide, fluocinonide, Head & Shoulders shampoo, aloe vera gel, finasteride, and 2% Nizoral.
An 18-year-old experienced chest pain, headaches, and vomiting after taking oral minoxidil for hair loss. They reduced the dosage, felt better, but experienced sharp chest pain again after increasing it, and are advised to stop the medication and see a doctor.
A user experienced testicular pain after taking finasteride for hair loss and considered lowering the dose to 0.25mg to manage side effects. They also considered adding minoxidil to their routine while seeking advice on whether to continue or stop finasteride.