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community Started thinning at the crown and temples so i got this minoxidil, idk how to apply it because its spray

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation discusses using minoxidil spray for hair thinning, with advice to use a dropper for better application. Many users recommend adding finasteride as a DHT blocker for more effective hair loss prevention.

community Why is my crown still thinning? (MTF 4+ years/Fin 3+ years/Microneedling 1mo)

4 upvotes 3 years ago

Trans woman experiencing thinning hair despite low testosterone and finasteride use seeks possible causes and solutions. Current treatments include finasteride, spironolactone, estradiol, vitamins, and microneedling; minoxidil not tried due to concerns about dependence and side effects.

community Possible causes for crown/top of head thinning even while on a "nuclear" stack? (MTF + fin + microneedling)

2 upvotes 3 years ago

Trans woman experiences hair thinning despite low testosterone and treatments like finasteride and microneedling. Possible causes discussed include past eating disorder and current stack of medications and supplements.

community 3 year progress thinning crown - 0.25 fin daily

in Progress Pictures 185 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair maintenance using 0.25mg daily finasteride and minoxidil foam, with minimal side effects. They recommend oral finasteride for better results, especially for the crown area.

community Crown and hairline thinning almost 2 years on dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 4 years ago

The user has been using minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling for hair loss but has noticed accelerated thinning at the crown and hairline recently. They plan to start using Nizoral and have a dermatologist appointment soon.

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Alopecia in Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome: A Case Report

research Alopecia in Cronkhite-Canada syndrome

2 citations , August 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Hair loss in Cronkhite-Canada syndrome may be due to an autoimmune response.

research Crown: Area of Concern

January 2010

This article discusses strategies for hair transplantation prioritizing frontal scalp coverage over the crown and reports no new clinical results; ongoing finasteride use is recommended to delay crown work, particularly in younger patients.

research Cronkhite-Canada syndrome: A rare disease presenting with dermatological and gastrointestinal manifestations

1 citations , June 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

This case report describes a patient with Cronkhite–Canada syndrome, where immunosuppression and nutritional support led to disease remission.

Hairline Restoration: Differences in Men and Women—Length and Shape

research Hairline Restoration: Difference in Men and Woman—Length and Shape

8 citations , April 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”

This article reviews techniques for achieving natural-appearing hair restoration results in women and reports no new research findings.

research Androgenetic alopecia.

18 citations , February 2014 in “PubMed”

This article reviews current diagnostic and treatment approaches for androgenetic alopecia but reports no new results, focusing on its progression and medical management options.

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learn Hair Transplant

How much does a hair transplant cost? Hair transplant costs typically range from $1,000 to $25,000 depending on various factors.

learn Overview

learn Vitamin B1

Thinning hair over time? It might not just be genetics: lack of B1 and B2 could be silently working against you. There is no verified human trial showing that B1 or B2 deficiency causes thinning hair or that correcting it regrows hair; a 2019 review concludes the role of micronutrients in hair loss is real but unclear and still needs controlled trials.

learn Hair Fibers

Do hair fibers really make thinning hair look fuller, or is it just an illusion? Hair fibers create an optical illusion of fullness but do not actually thicken hair.

learn Microneedling

How does microneedling boost hair growth in thinning areas of the scalp? Microneedling boosts hair growth by stimulating follicle activity and enhancing blood flow.

learn Spironolactone

Who can safely use spironolactone for hair thinning and androgen-related hair loss? Women with androgen-related hair loss can safely use spironolactone under medical supervision.

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Kathleen Cronin, RN, CPCP, CPR CERTIFIED, SofTap® Instructor Certified
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