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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Hair Is Your Crown And Glory: Black Women's Experiences Of Living With Alopecia And The Role Of Social Support
Black women with alopecia need better support and understanding from health professionals and social groups.
research Development of an Assessment Tool for Psychological Health and Help-Seeking in Alopecia Areata Patients in Underserved Communities
The document concludes that a new questionnaire to assess mental health in alopecia patients shows low rates of seeking mental health services and support groups.
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PCOS affects many women, causing various symptoms and health risks, and is managed through lifestyle changes, medication, and support groups.
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Vijaya successfully fought stage 2A breast cancer with surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and hormone therapy, while advocating for support groups.
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Treatments for autoimmune hair loss have limited success and often relapse, and emotional support is crucial for those affected.
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5 / 978 resultscommunity Do not switch from topical to oral minoxidil.
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil caused prolonged hair shedding without regrowth, leading to the use of both topical and oral minoxidil with oral finasteride. Responses to these treatments vary, emphasizing the need for personalized approaches.
community Need advice whether on starting Fin
The user is considering starting finasteride for hair loss prevention, expressing concerns about potential side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. They are currently taking saw palmetto, vitamin D, zinc, vitamin C, and biotin but are unsure if these will be effective.
community What is up with all these body dysmorphic posts lately?
The conversation discusses concerns about body dysmorphia related to hair loss, with some users expressing frustration over posts claiming treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are ineffective or harmful despite minimal hair loss. It emphasizes the importance of early treatment with medications like finasteride and minoxidil for those experiencing hair loss.
community Anyone else feel like a victim of medical misinformation towards finasteride?
Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, expressing regret over delayed use due to misinformation and sharing mixed outcomes, including side effects and benefits. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
community Hair Transplant Results from Asli Tarcan Clinic (Afro Hair)
A user shared their positive hair transplant results from Asli Tarcan Clinic in Turkey, costing $3,500 for 6,000 grafts and resulting in a full head of hair. They also take finasteride and dutasteride to maintain their hair.