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    Glossary Parasitic Infections

    invasion of the body by harmful parasites causing health issues

    Parasitic infections, also known as parasitic diseases or parasitosis, occur when parasites such as protozoa, helminths, or ectoparasites invade the body, leading to various health issues. These infections can affect different organs and systems, causing symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to severe illness, and are often transmitted through contaminated food, water, or insect bites.

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      Otitis Externa Associated With Demodex Cati - Case Report

      research Otitis externa associated with Demodex cati - case report

      January 2024 in “Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia/Arquivo brasileiro de medicina veterinária e zootecnia”
      This study reports that treating a feline with progressive pruritus, alopecia, and FIV infection with imidacloprid and moxidectin resulted in remission of clinical signs and elimination of Demodex cati mites, as confirmed by parasitological examination and genetic sequencing.
      Feline Symmetrical Alopecia

      research Feline Symmetrical Alopecia

      January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Cats with Feline Symmetrical Alopecia can regrow hair with proper treatment based on the specific cause, including diet, medication, or stress management.

      research Causes of diffuse alopecia in women

      3 citations , September 1994 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”
      This study found that multiple factors, including psychological stress, fever, childbirth, and surgeries, may contribute to telogen effluvium and hair loss in women, with appropriate treatment normalizing hair loss.

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      community What if DHT is not the vilan.

       13 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss may be influenced more by inflammation, microbiome imbalances, and gut health than DHT. Treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, fecal microbiota transplants, and JAK inhibitors.

      community Why don’t more people use hair fibers?

      in Product  527 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair fibers can effectively cover thinning hair when used with minoxidil and hairspray but require daily application and can be inconvenient in certain conditions. Some users prefer treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, or wigs due to the maintenance and limitations of hair fibers.

      community Bee venom better than minoxidil?

      in Research/Science  1061 upvotes 9 months ago
      Bee venom at 0.001% concentration was more effective than 2% minoxidil in promoting hair growth in mice, possibly due to increased growth factors and reduced inflammation. Caution is advised due to potential allergic reactions and the reliance on animal data.

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