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research Retinoic Acid Is Not Involved in Fluconazole-Induced Alopecia: Evaluation in a Human Cohort and Rat Model
Retinoic acid is not linked to hair loss from fluconazole use.
research Differential activity of 2-methylene-19-nor vitamin D analogs on growth factor gene expression in rhino mouse skin and comparison to all-trans retinoic acid
Some vitamin D analogs can thicken skin and reduce pore size like a common acne treatment, with one analog also affecting skin growth factors.
research Increased retinol‐binding protein (RBP) 4 and anti‐RBP4 antibody in alopecia areata
People with alopecia areata have higher levels of RBP4 protein and antibodies against it.
research Finasteride delays atherosclerosis progression in mice and is associated with a reduction in plasma cholesterol in men
Finasteride may lower cholesterol and slow heart disease progression.
research Vitamin A in Skin and Hair: An Update
Vitamin A is important for healthy skin and hair, influencing hair growth and skin healing, but UV light reduces its levels.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Any treatment not nuking systemic DHT levels?
Hair loss treatments that avoid significantly lowering systemic DHT levels, focusing on topical options like dutasteride mesotherapy, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. The user is exploring alternatives like KX-826 and RU58841 due to concerns about hormone levels.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community NW4 -> NW 2.5 (2.5 months progress) RU 8.5-9% ED and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% once a week.
User shows hair loss progress from NW4 to NW2.5 in 2.5 months using RU 8.5-9% daily and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% weekly. Discussion includes managing tension in African American hair and representation of different hair types.
community A Nuanced Look at Microdosing Topical Finasteride
The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.
community Microneedling versus Platelet-Rich Plasma
Microneedling and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) are equally effective for treating androgenetic alopecia, with no additional benefits from PRP over microneedling. Both treatments are safe and well-tolerated.