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research Diseases of the Hair

February 2022 in “CRC Press eBooks”

This chapter reviews various hair disorders, focusing on androgenetic and scarring alopecias, and discusses management strategies, but presents no new research findings.

research Hair Loss and Androgen’s Role in the Era of COVID-19

December 2022 in “International Journal of Biomedicine”

This review discusses the potential role of androgens in COVID-19's pathophysiology and their possible link to hair disorders, but reports no new clinical results.

research Emerging medication for the treatment of male hypogonadism

77 citations , May 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Emerging Drugs”

New treatments for male hypogonadism are effective and should be personalized.

research Investigational medications in the treatment of alopecia

3 citations , February 2005 in “Expert Opinion on Investigational Drugs”

This review discusses investigational treatments for androgenetic and chemotherapy-induced alopecia and reports no new clinical results, highlighting the need for further research.

research Metformin: an old medication of new fashion: evolving new molecular mechanisms and clinical implications in polycystic ovary syndrome

200 citations , October 2009 in “European journal of endocrinology”

This review discusses the multifaceted actions of metformin in polycystic ovary syndrome and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize metformin's potential benefits in both cardiometabolic and reproductive aspects of PCOS.

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community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months

2 upvotes 7 months ago

The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.

community Don't discount diet for the sake of scalp health. Meds had no effect for 2+ years. 3.5 months since new diet / Shampoo routine.

in Progress Pictures 300 upvotes 2 years ago

Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.

community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

55 upvotes 2 years ago

A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

community First week on Fin. Experiencing some pretty uncomfortable sides.

5 upvotes 8 years ago

The user experienced uncomfortable side effects, including loss of libido, brain fog, and nipple sensitivity, after starting finasteride for hair loss. They are considering stopping the medication due to concerns about gynecomastia and personality changes.

community Dutasteride causing us to have… girl babies?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 26 upvotes 3 years ago

User Kylo313 used dutasteride for 20 years and had two daughters, questioning if dutasteride affects the likelihood of having male vs female children. Replies mostly request hairline photos and discuss anecdotal experiences, with some suggesting correlation doesn't imply causation and that gender determination isn't affected by dutasteride.

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