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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Multiphoton Microscopic Imaging of In Vivo Hair Mouse Skin Based on Two-Photon Excited Fluorescence and Second Harmonic Generation
Multiphoton microscopy effectively images mouse skin layers and structures.
research Monitoring Skin Trauma Healing in Mice Using Second-Harmonic Generation Combined with Optical Coherence Tomography
The study found that combining SHG and OCT effectively monitors skin wound healing in mice.
research Non-Invasive Assessment of Hair Regeneration in Androgenetic Alopecia Mice In Vivo Using Two-Photon and Second Harmonic Generation Imaging
New imaging techniques show testosterone delays hair growth and shrinks follicles in mice, but have limited depth for viewing.
research Label-Free Concurrent 5-Modal Microscopy (Co5M) Resolves Unknown Spatio-Temporal Processes in Wound Healing
Co5M offers a new way to observe and understand wound healing without labels.
research A Femtosecond Fiber Laser-Based Compact Label-Free Multimodality Nonlinear Optical Microscopy and Its Ex Vivo Bioimaging
A new laser-based microscope can clearly image biological structures without labels.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Second shed sucks (me again xd)
The user is experiencing a second hair shedding phase after 7 months on finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and is concerned about the sustainability of the treatment. Others encourage continuing the treatment, explaining that shedding is normal and should stabilize over time.
community Second shed or losing the battle? Finasteride and minoxidil
The user experienced initial regrowth with finasteride and minoxidil but is now facing increased hair thinning, possibly due to a second shedding phase. They are considering increasing finasteride dosage or adding dutasteride, despite availability issues, and have started microneedling.
community Second opinion on my dermatologist’s advice?
The user is considering switching from finasteride and oral minoxidil to dutasteride and a higher dose of oral minoxidil, taken intermittently, based on their dermatologist's advice. They are unsure about claims that finasteride loses effectiveness after a year and that minoxidil doesn't need daily dosing, and they are seeking community input on these points.
community second shed on dutasteride, but a woman
A woman experiencing hormonal hair loss is on dutasteride and bicalutamide, which initially improved her hair, but she is now experiencing a second shedding phase with significant short hair loss. Despite normal hormone levels and no deficiencies, she is unsure if this shedding is normal and seeks advice.
community Second shed or just not working?
A 24-year-old started losing hair at 17 and began treatment with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Biotin, and Saw Palmetto shampoo in November 2023. After initial success, hair shedding resumed, leading to concerns about treatment quality and effectiveness; the user plans to consult a dermatologist and consider buying medications directly from a pharmacy.