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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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compound from cruciferous vegetables has some mild effects on DHT
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research Skin Checks and Skin Cancer Diagnosis in Australian General Practice Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic, 2011–2020
The COVID-19 pandemic led to fewer skin checks and skin cancer diagnoses in Australia in 2020.
research Dermatologic Applications of Direct-to-Consumer Genomic Analysis
Living near more dermatologists and using certain cancer screening tests lowers the chance of being diagnosed with advanced skin cancer.
research Plain Language Summaries of Various Dermatological Studies
Doctors need more training in skin cancer screening, a new treatment is effective for a skin condition, better diagnosis methods for skin cancer are available, hair loss in women may be linked to hormones and cholesterol, certain skin care products might cause hair loss, babies' skin gets weaker after birth, and a gene mutation might be linked to eczema.
research Review Article: Dermatological Complications of Immunosuppressive and Anti-TNF Therapy in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Immunosuppressive and anti-TNF therapies in IBD patients can increase the risk of skin cancer and cause various skin issues.
research Going Beyond Hair: Seven Simple Actions to Help Prevent Major Illness in Hair Transplant Patients
Hair transplant surgeons should also focus on their patients' overall health, including regular check-ups and screening for common health issues.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity I just went to a dermatologist and there were many red flags about him.
A user visited a dermatologist for hair loss concerns and was prescribed a hair lotion called "Lotion revolotion evdermia," which is meant for hair toning, hydration, and anti-aging, not regrowth. The user found the dermatologist's behavior and the prescription to be questionable.
community 42yo male. This stuff works for older dudes too
A 42-year-old male shared his hair regrowth progress using a regimen of oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and finasteride, along with testosterone injections. He experienced noticeable improvement in hair growth and expressed gratitude for the support and information from the community.
community Why isn’t anyone talking about this?
Hair cloning is being developed by companies like Kangstem Biotech and Stemson, with potential availability in a few years. Initial costs are expected to be high, but prices may decrease over time.
community Testosterone is 1600, would taking low dose anti-androgens be a viable treatment option for people who’s T spikes on DHT-blockers?
The post and conversation are about the user's high testosterone levels and their worsening hair loss despite trying various treatments. They are considering using low doses of anti-androgens to lower their testosterone levels as a potential solution.
community Finasteride, also known as Propecia or Proscar, treats male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate in millions of men worldwide. But a new study suggests the drug may also provide a surprising and life-saving benefit: lowering cholesterol and cutting the overall risk of cardiovascular disease.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of finasteride (Fin) for lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular disease risk, with users sharing personal experiences and opinions on the medication's effects on health and hair loss. Some users report positive changes in cholesterol levels after taking finasteride, while others are skeptical or joke about its effects.