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a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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cosmetic product that temporarily makes hair appear thicker
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research Scalp Hair Sweating as a Predictor of Hair Cortisol Level in Humans Compared to Obesity and Other Confounders
Scalp hair sweating is a significant predictor of hair cortisol levels.
research The Effects of Single Testosterone Administration and Stress Induction on Steroid Hormone Levels in Hair
Testosterone increases hair testosterone levels, stress raises hair cortisol, and relationship status affects hormone levels.
research Thyroid Hormone Action in Epidermal Development and Homeostasis and Its Implications in the Pathophysiology of the Skin
Thyroid hormones are important for skin health and changes in them can affect conditions like hair loss and eczema.
research Interpretation of Hair Ethyl Glucuronide Inter-Individual Factors from Large Population Dataset
Older age increases positive hair alcohol test results, and chest hair is a good alternative for testing; season affects results, with higher levels in winter.
research Efficacy of Non-Surgical Treatments for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Low level laser therapy works best for hair loss, followed by PRP, finasteride, and minoxidil.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Can someone explain why it's "dumb" to just drink topical liquid minoxidil?
The conversation discusses the risks and methods of ingesting liquid minoxidil for hair loss. Concerns include dosing accuracy, safety of ingredients, and potential side effects compared to using oral minoxidil tablets.
community Front page article at The New York Times (biggest circulation in the world) regarding notable results with oral minoxidil is a pretty big deal
This conversation discusses the potential benefits of using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss, with some users sharing their own experiences in taking the medications. Others express concerns about the safety of these treatments.
community Minoxidil Is Very Dangerous to Cats and Dogs. Even small amounts.
Minoxidil is highly toxic to cats and dogs, even in small amounts. Users suggest switching to oral minoxidil or taking precautions to prevent pet exposure.
community No Luck Getting Rid Of The Itchy Scalp. What Now?
A user experienced a burning, itchy scalp and hair thinning despite trying finasteride, steroid cream, antihistamines, various shampoos, and supplements. They seek advice on relieving the itch, hoping it will improve hair health.
community Just a friendly reminder for all! PSA
Avoid burning or scarring the scalp for hair growth; instead, use treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or consider a hair transplant. Microneedling should be done carefully, and extreme methods can cause harm.