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GlossaryParasites

organisms that live on or inside another, causing harm

Parasites are organisms that live on or inside a host organism, deriving nutrients at the host's expense. They can cause various health issues, including hair loss and skin conditions, by disrupting normal biological functions and triggering immune responses. Examples include lice, which infest the scalp, and mites, which can cause conditions like scabies.

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research Anthelmintic Effect of Mentha Spp. Essential Oils on Echinococcus Granulosus Protoscoleces and Metacestodes

66 citations, August 2011 in “Parasitology Research”

Mint essential oils can kill parasites that cause cystic echinococcosis, with M. pulegium oil being more effective than M. piperita oil.

research Doctor, You Must Examine My Creature Collection!: A Case Report of Delusional Infestation

June 2022 in “Cureus”

A man wrongly believed he had parasites, showing that delusional infestation can affect men and is often linked with other psychiatric issues, but can be treated with antipsychotics.

research Albendazole-Induced Anagen Effluvium: A Brief Literature Review and Our Own Experience

2 citations, January 2020 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)”

The drug Albendazole, used for treating parasites, can cause sudden hair loss.

research Acquired Structural Defects of the Hair

12 citations, March 1981 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

External factors like certain shampoos, bacterial infections, and parasites might cause hair defects similar to genetic conditions.

Combined Therapy with Adipose Tissue-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells and Meglumine Antimoniate Controls Lesion Development and Parasite Load in Murine Cutaneous Leishmaniasis Caused by Leishmania Amazonensis

research Combined Therapy with Adipose Tissue-Derived Mesenchymal Stromal Cells and Meglumine Antimoniate Controls Lesion Development and Parasite Load in Murine Cutaneous Leishmaniasis Caused by Leishmania Amazonensis

5 citations, August 2020 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy”

Using fat-derived stem cells with the drug meglumine antimoniate can help control skin disease and reduce parasites in mice with leishmaniasis.

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community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

in Technology 193 upvotes 1 week ago

Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

community Anagen is now selling pyrilutamide

in Product 139 upvotes 2 years ago

Pyrilutamide, a potential hair loss treatment that has recently been released for sale, and is thought to have similar efficacy to Dutasteride without side effects. It was discussed in terms of its effectiveness compared to Finasteride, its use by females, and whether it can be safely mixed with RU58841.

community 6 Effective Ways To Prevent Hair Loss By Home Remedies

6 years ago

The conversation discusses six home remedies to prevent hair loss: oil massage, aloe vera, onion juice, beetroot, and flaxseed. These methods aim to improve scalp health, promote hair growth, and reduce hair fall.

community Wtf have we been doing for the last 30 years

in Treatment 526 upvotes 4 days ago

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride work but have side effects. A permanent cure is still not available due to the complexity of hair loss and limited investment.

community 31 months in and still shed this much pretty much everyday. What to do?

in Treatment 14 upvotes 1 year ago

A person has been using finasteride, minoxidil, OM, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss for various durations but is still experiencing constant shedding and thinning. Suggestions from others include checking for potential nutritional deficiencies.

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