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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
learn Estradiol
an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
learn Osteopontin
signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
learn Rosemary
herb and oil with stimulant, circulatory, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
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research Prospective investigation of risk factors for prostate cancer in the UK Biobank cohort study
Black ethnicity, prior PSA tests, enlarged prostate, and family history increase prostate cancer risk; Asian ethnicity, obesity, smoking, diabetes, and less sexual activity or no children decrease risk.
research A prospective study of hair transplantation combined with concentrated growth factors for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia.
Combining growth factors with hair transplants improves hair density and patient satisfaction.
research Risk factors for prostate cancer: An umbrella review of prospective observational studies and mendelian randomization analyses
Physical activity, height, and smoking affect prostate cancer risk.
research 0557 Possible Contributory and Protective Factors in Medication Associated Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): Results from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Adverse Events Reporting System (FAERS)
Some drugs may increase the risk of obstructive sleep apnea, while others like certain biologics might decrease it.
research Growth factor concentrate therapy for management of hair loss: a prospective, real-world study
Growth factor concentrate therapy helps manage hair loss.
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5 / 552 resultscommunity Ray Peat: Testosterone Isn’t the Culprit, Prolactin and Cortisol Drive Hair Loss (2016)
Prolactin and cortisol are identified as key factors in hair loss, with stress hormones impacting hair shedding. Finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments, while DHT's role and individual sensitivity are significant factors.
community The homeless crackhead protocol
The conversation humorously suggests that drug use might be more effective for hair retention than traditional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. It attributes full heads of hair in homeless individuals to lifestyle factors like reduced stress or hormonal changes.
community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?
The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.
community In my opinion baldness is more prevalent now and it's being ignored..
The conversation is about the prevalence of baldness among young men and the potential factors contributing to it. Specific treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride.
community Bee venom better than minoxidil?
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.