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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Patient-Reported Outcome Assessment and Objective Evaluation of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
The Hair Check tool can measure hair loss, but patients' own reports are more reliable for assessing hair loss during chemotherapy.
research Patient-Reported Outcomes From Phase III Neoadjuvant Systemic Trial Comparing Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy With Neoadjuvant Endocrine Therapy in Premenopausal Patients With Estrogen Receptor-Positive and HER2-Negative, Lymph Node-Positive Breast Cancer
Neoadjuvant endocrine therapy led to a better future outlook than chemotherapy, with no major quality of life differences.
research PSS21 Gap Analysis for Patient-Reported Outcomes Measures for Alopecia
No current patient-reported outcome measure fully meets FDA requirements for alopecia treatments.
research Patient-Reported Outcomes, Provider-Reported Outcomes, And Physiologic Parameters After Gender-Affirming Hormone Treatment In Canada: A Systematic Review
Gender-affirming hormone treatments need better patient-focused outcome measurements and standardized data collection.
research Patient-Reported Outcomes of Topical Finasteride/Minoxidil Treatment for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Study Using Telemedical Data
Topical finasteride/minoxidil is effective but not better than oral finasteride for hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to work in the scalp. Not weeks. Be careful.
Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to affect scalp DHT levels, not just a week. The prostate absorbs Dutasteride faster than the scalp due to different vascular networks and enzyme densities.
community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments
Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.
community Derm stopped me from using Minoxidal
A dermatologist advised stopping minoxidil due to heavy shedding, suggesting alternative treatments like Betaval Lotion and supplements, but many users disagreed, recommending continuing minoxidil and adding finasteride for better results. The conversation highlights skepticism about the dermatologist's motives and emphasizes the importance of understanding the type of hair loss before choosing treatments.
community First patient dosed with Pyrilutamide (Kintor) Phase III
First patient dosed with Pyrilutamide (Kintor) Phase III for hair loss treatment. Pyrilutamide differs from approved treatments as it competes with DHT to bind hair follicles, potentially reducing side effects.
community Topical Finasteride 2 year update
The user reported significant improvement in hair quality and stability using topical finasteride for two years, without side effects. They later added minoxidil, which may have further enhanced hair quality.