research Scalp Microbiome of Healthy Women Wearing Hijab Compared to Those Not Wearing Hijab: A Cross-Sectional Study
Wearing a hijab changes the common bacteria and fungi on the scalp, possibly affecting skin health.
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research Hair Loss in Hospital Medicine: A Practical Guide
The guide helps clinicians diagnose and manage hair loss, detailing examination techniques and treatments for different types of alopecia.
research Folliculitis Decalvans: A Rare Inflammatory Scalp Disorder
Folliculitis decalvans is a rare scalp condition causing scarring hair loss, treated with long-term antibiotics and other medications, but it often comes back and is hard to manage.
research A Case of Folliculitis Decalvans With Concomitant Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, Androgenic Alopecia, and Profound Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation
Folliculitis decalvans mainly affects middle-aged African American men and is treated with antibiotics.
research Management of Primary Cicatricial Alopecias: Options for Treatment
There are many treatments for permanent hair loss disorders, but their effectiveness varies and there's no clear best option.
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5 / 13 resultscommunity Parents found my finasteride stash and are forcing me to dispose all of it
A 21-year-old has been using finasteride for nearly a year with positive results for hair loss. His parents found his stash, misunderstood the risks, and are forcing him to dispose of it, leading him to seek advice on handling the situation.
community Regrowth? Min massaging and derma stamp
The user noticed baby hairs after using minoxidil for two years, along with daily massages, derma stamping, and drinking peppermint infusions. Another user suggested starting with topical finasteride and eventually switching to oral finasteride, despite the original poster experiencing side effects from topical finasteride.
community Why is stemoxydine more expensive than min and dut/fin
Stemoxydine is more expensive than minoxidil and finasteride, costing $50-$150 per month. The discussion questions why the cost is higher despite efficacy.
community Starting to current pictures. ~13 months fin 2 years min.
A user shared progress pictures after 13 months on finasteride and 2 years on minoxidil. Replies discussed consistency, side effects, shedding phases, and the effectiveness of topical versus oral minoxidil.
community My 6 month progress pictures: November 2023 to May 2024
A user shared their 6-month hair loss progress using minoxidil 5% twice daily and finasteride, noting significant improvement. They experienced an itchy scalp initially but resolved it by washing their hair daily and using oils and conditioner as needed.