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research Meeting Report: 68th Montagna Symposium on the Biology of Skin 'Decoding Complex Skin Diseases: Integrating Genetics, Genomics, and Disease Biology'

June 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

The symposium highlighted the importance of genetics in understanding and treating complex skin diseases.

research Hirsutism in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Pathophysiology and Management

47 citations, July 2016 in “Current pharmaceutical design”

The document concludes that managing hirsutism in PCOS involves long-term treatment guided by severity, using oral contraceptives and possibly antiandrogens, with attention to individual patient needs.

research Gene Expression of Type 2 17β Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Scalp Hairs of Hirsute Women

28 citations, August 2003 in “Steroids”

Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.

The 5alpha-Reductase Type 1, But Not Type 2, Gene Is Expressed in Anagen Hairs Plucked from the Vertex Area of the Scalp of Hirsute Women and Normal Individuals

research The 5alpha-Reductase Type 1, But Not Type 2, Gene Is Expressed in Anagen Hairs Plucked from the Vertex Area of the Scalp of Hirsute Women and Normal Individuals

17 citations, October 2003 in “Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research”

The gene SDR5A1 is found in scalp hair of both hirsute and normal individuals, but it does not explain differences in hair growth.

research Association Between Ovarian Volume and Serum Insulin Levels in Ovulatory Patients with Idiopathic Hirsutism

12 citations, May 2005 in “Fertility and Sterility”

Higher insulin levels are linked to larger ovaries in women with idiopathic hirsutism.

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community Hello again with my second journey

in Transplants 78 upvotes 6 months ago

A user underwent a second hair transplant for increased density and to address hair loss in the crown area, with 3,800 grafts at a cost of 2,200 euros at Estepalace, including additional services. Some commenters discussed the appearance of the hairline and the importance of using DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant.

community [3 months progress] Dutas 0,5mg & Minox 5mg daily + Dutas mesotherapy each 4 months

in Progress Pictures 70 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared 3 months of progress using daily Dutasteride 0.5mg and Minoxidil 5mg, with Dutasteride mesotherapy every 4 months. They prefer not to use additional treatments for now.

community 2 months back on Fin/Min after stopping treatment for 2 years. First pic is a bit deceptive because I had a 1mm buzzcut and lighting right above me, but it's definitely filling back in.

in Progress Pictures 406 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after two months back on finasteride and minoxidil, following a two-year break. The user also mentioned experimenting with hair dye and considering growing their hair for an undercut.

community Vicious male pattern baldness TINGLING ITCH!

in Chat 8 upvotes 1 year ago

A user struggles with male pattern baldness and a persistent tingling itch on their crown, trying various treatments like aloe vera, tea tree oil, and Nizoral without success. Another user suggests the itch might be psychosomatic, linked to worrying about hair loss.

community Help with hair loss due to Seborrheic Dermatitis

in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A 19-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) experienced significant hair loss and uses keto shampoo, zinc, and Nizoral to manage it. He inquires about the potential for regrowth and whether adding finasteride would help.

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