September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
This study found that a history of smoking significantly predicted a more refractory course of palmoplantar pustulosis, with associated comorbidities often including hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and thyroid diseases.
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January 2018 in “International journal of trichology”
This study observed that individuals with premature hair graying had lower levels of certain serum nutrients and lifestyle factors like stress and smoking may contribute; hair oiling appeared protective.
This meta-analysis found that several factors are significantly associated with the presence and progression of androgenetic alopecia, including family history, smoking, alcohol consumption, poor sleep quality, being overweight, hypertension in men, insulin resistance, and high fasting insulin levels.
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July 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
This study suggests that cigarette smoking is a significant risk factor for hidradenitis suppurativa in Polish patients, but other potential contributors like obesity and diabetes showed no strong associations.
The user noticed hair regrowth after 4 years of hair loss, coinciding with lifestyle improvements like quitting smoking, exercising, and a better diet. They are curious if dormant follicles can recover under improved conditions.
Quitting smoking may improve the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth. Smoking is harmful to hair health, potentially increasing hair loss and reducing regrowth.
The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.
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.
The conversation humorously discusses whether Winston Churchill could have been saved from baldness using Minoxidil and finasteride, with users joking about his lifestyle and hair habits. It includes satire and sarcasm about historical figures and hair loss treatments.