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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch The Current and Emerging Role of Statins in the Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: The Evidence to Date
Statins may help treat PCOS by lowering androgen levels and improving cholesterol.
research Targeting Pathogenic MICA-NKG2D Interactions by Statins: A Novel Adjunct Treatment Strategy for Alopecia Areata Management?
Statins may help treat alopecia areata by reducing harmful immune interactions.
research The Effects of Statins on Hyperandrogenism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Statins significantly reduce testosterone and improve skin symptoms in women with PCOS.
research Dyslipidemia in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: Statins, Finasteride, or Both?
Alopecia patients have higher heart disease risk; statins and finasteride may help.
research Ovary And Uterus Related Adverse Events Associated With Statin Use: An Analysis Of The FDA Adverse Event Reporting System
Statins may be linked to reproductive organ conditions, and their risks should be monitored.
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5 / 703 resultscommunity (comment) providing facts on people talking nonsense about minoxidil and BP-medicaton in general
Minoxidil is used for hair loss and sometimes for high blood pressure, but it's outdated for the latter. For high blood pressure, it's combined with a beta blocker and diuretic to manage side effects.
community I experimented with every medication for hair loss for at least 1 year. my thoughts.
Minoxidil effective for regrowth but causes dryness; finasteride stops hair loss but may affect hormones; dutasteride powerful but reduces libido; RU58841 thickens hair but expensive and risky; dermarolling improves blood flow and results; aminexil overrated and not effective. Dermarolling beneficial with both minoxidil and finasteride.
community 7 years of maintenance without finasteride
The user maintained their hair for 7 years using alfatradiol, fluridil (later switched to pyrilutamide), minoxidil 5%, and Nizoral shampoo without finasteride due to side effects. Despite some family history of hair loss, the user believes their hair loss is not aggressive.
community One year on finasteride has reversed some aging
Finasteride and minoxidil use resulted in a more youthful appearance and improved skin. There is debate about their effects on collagen and skin aging, with no solid evidence supporting significant changes due to finasteride.
community 26, seeing some incredible results 3,5 months in with topical minoxidil and derma rolling 1x a week
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 3.5 months using topical minoxidil and weekly derma rolling. Others discussed enhancing results with finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling.