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5 / 6 resultslearn Caffeine
the stimulant you know and love can be used topically to stimulate hair
learn Alopecia Areata
autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
learn Melatonin
hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
learn Azelaic Acid
acid used for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and anti-androgenic properties
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch The Effects of Single Testosterone Administration and Stress Induction on Steroid Hormone Levels in Hair
Testosterone increases hair testosterone levels, stress raises hair cortisol, and relationship status affects hormone levels.
research Intermittent Chronic Telogen Effluvium
Emotional stress can trigger intermittent hair loss in chronic telogen effluvium, which may not improve with treatment if stress continues.
research Raynaud Phenomenon - Reply
Doctors disagree on whether Raynaud phenomenon often leads to serious diseases, but agree that patients should be monitored for possible progression while being reassured. Rapid weight loss may cause hair loss.
research Wording Creates Misunderstanding
A drug helped quickly reduce a movement disorder, experts debated the severity of Raynaud phenomenon, and rapid weight loss was linked to temporary hair loss with good recovery.
research Stress and Psychoneuroimmunologic Factors in Dermatology
Stress and emotional factors can worsen skin conditions by affecting the immune system.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Switching from finastide to dutasteride after 6.5 years (28m)
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after 6.5 years due to hair thinning and may add oral minoxidil if needed. They are worried about shedding and side effects but hope for better hair density with dutasteride.
community 27m oral min and fin results after 5 months.
Hair loss treatments and the user's progress with taking finasteride and minoxidil orally, which has resulted in full recovery after 5 months. Users commented on this progress and discussed their own experiences or confusion about the treatments used.
community Connection between caffeine and hair loss?
Caffeine might raise stress hormones, potentially worsening hair loss. Telogen effluvium is often misattributed to minor stressors rather than significant life events.
community No luck with meds, Check your Cortisol.
Cortisol from stress can cause hair loss. Controlling cortisol levels improved the effectiveness of finasteride for hair regrowth.
community 12 month fin update. Long curly hair
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, avoiding minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They attributed success to quitting smoking, a better diet, and reduced stress, with only watery semen as a side effect.