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research Differential Diagnosis of Headache and Vertigo: Topical Minoxidil Self-medication Should Be Considered

1 citations , January 2016 in “Journal of Headache & Pain Management”

This article highlights the need to consider topical minoxidil as a differential diagnosis for unexplained headache and dizziness due to its potential side effects.

research Comparison of self-assessed and clinician-assessed hirsutism diagnosed according to the modified Ferriman-Gallwey scale among female outpatients in Brazil

1 citations , January 2024 in “Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism”

This study found that self-assessed mFG and Hirsuta scores have low specificity for diagnosing hirsutism in clinical settings, though they may still be useful for screening in epidemiological studies.

research Polycystic ovary syndrome: role of androgen excess self-assessment in diagnosis

January 2019 in “OpenBU/Boston University Institutional Repository (Boston University)”

In this study, women with a PCOS diagnosis were more likely to report clinical signs of androgen excess, including hirsutism, acne, and alopecia, with ethnic patterns in symptom prevalence.

research (122) Erectile Hemodynamics Asessment In ED Patients With Self-Diagnosed Post-finasteride syndrome (PFS)

May 2023 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine”

In this study, researchers found no evidence of hemodynamic alterations associated with erectile dysfunction in men self-diagnosed with post-finasteride syndrome following the use of finasteride for hair loss.

research The diagnosis of art: Van Gogh and male pattern baldness

2 citations , January 2009 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine”

This article reviews depictions of baldness in art and notes its symbolic connections to depression, with no new research findings presented.

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community May have been mis-diagnosed for 10 years, self-investigation into AGA + AA Incognita (Defused Shedding)

1 upvotes 2 years ago

A 27-year-old male with AGA and diffused thinning has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, Vitamin D, B12, Iron, and Ketoconazole shampoo. Despite a hair transplant and improved blood levels, he continues to experience hair loss and suspects a possible misdiagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita.

community just got diagnosed with androgenic alopecia at 15 and i feel like im at the end of my rope

46 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A 15-year-old is upset about androgenic alopecia and its effect on self-esteem. Recommendations include minoxidil, microneedling, hair systems, and focusing on self-confidence and therapy.

community Why Hair Loss Needs Proper Diagnosis (Dermatologist Insight)

in Treatment 66 upvotes 7 months ago

Hair loss requires proper diagnosis as it can have various causes, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are often used. Many people express frustration with dermatologists and turn to self-research and alternative sources for treatment.

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 Recovered from dark finasteride side effects

4 upvotes 4 years ago

The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including depression and anxiety, but recovered with DHT injections, sleep medication, and Ayurvedic treatments. They now maintain hair health with minoxidil, PRP therapy, and a good diet, advising against self-diagnosis and recommending consulting a doctor.

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