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    Glossary Smoking Cessation

    discontinuing the habit of smoking tobacco products

    Smoking cessation, also known as quitting smoking or tobacco cessation, refers to the process of discontinuing the habit of smoking tobacco products. This can involve various strategies such as behavioral therapy, medications like nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) or prescription drugs, and support groups. The goal is to overcome nicotine addiction and reduce the risk of smoking-related diseases, such as lung cancer, heart disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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      Smoking and the Skin: Effects and Therapeutic Potential

      research Smoking and the skin

      114 citations , February 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      This review examines the dermatologic effects of tobacco use and nicotine, noting potential benefits and drawbacks for various skin conditions, but reports no new clinical results.
      Effects of Smoking on Hair Loss

      research Effects Of Smoking On Hair Loss

      June 2023 in “Journal for international medical graduates”
      This study observed a significant association between smoking and an increased risk of hair loss, including male pattern baldness, and highlights the need for interventions at individual, community, and national levels to address smoking-related hair loss.

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      community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

      in Research/Science  235 upvotes 2 years ago
      Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

      community Weed/THC effects on hair growth/hair loss, and vitality of organ-culture human follicle studies (research review)

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Cannabis and THC may have mixed effects on hair, with some studies suggesting potential negative impacts on hair growth in isolated hair follicles, but these results are hard to apply to living humans. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used for hair loss, and the effects of cannabis might be neutral or vary based on individual factors.

      community Dutasteride or treatment and TRT/PEDs

       1 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user experienced hair thinning after using tamoxifen and bupropion and is now using topical dutasteride, alfatradiol, melatonin, adenosine, and specific shampoos for improvement. They are considering using steroids and are seeking advice on whether combining oral dutasteride with TRT/PEDs would affect hair health, with mixed opinions on the impact of testosterone and DHT on hair loss.

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