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a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement
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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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research Emollients: Application of Topical Treatments to the Skin
Nurses should treat emollients as medications, understanding their use and effects for treating skin conditions.
research Dapsone-Induced Erythroderma With Beau's Lines
A woman with leprosy improved after stopping dapsone and getting treatment for a severe skin reaction and nail changes.
research The Skin Landscape in Diabetes Mellitus: Focus on Dermocosmetic Management
Proper skin care and dermocosmetics improve skin issues in diabetes patients.
research Novel Association of Trichothiodystrophy With Autoimmune Thyroiditis and Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia: A Case Report
A child with trichothiodystrophy also had autoimmune thyroiditis and anemia, which is a new finding.
research Short- and Long-Term Effects of Two Emollients on Itching and Skin Restoration in Xerotic Eczema
Both emollients effectively reduced itching and improved skin moisture in xerotic eczema.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 27M after 10 Months on Oral Fin
A 27-year-old man shared his 10-month hair regrowth progress after taking oral finasteride, noting initial hair shedding followed by noticeable thickening around 5-6 months, with significant improvement by March. He also mentioned having scalp psoriasis.
community Any young women losing hair that have tried microneedling and oils?
A 25-year-old woman is experiencing hair loss and has started microneedling with a 0.5mm roller, applying a mix of essential oils overnight. She questions whether to switch to a 1.5mm roller and the best order for her routine, while a reply suggests using Minoxidil for better results.
community Why not use hair system instead of Topical Hassle
Topical treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are preferred for hair loss due to ease of use and natural appearance. Hair systems are considered high-maintenance and less genuine.
community 4 months topical minoxidil + 2 months finasteride
Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride are effectively promoting hair growth with minimal side effects, such as no impact on sex drive. Users report positive results and reduced hair shedding, with some using a combination of topical foam containing both minoxidil and finasteride.
community Why isnt topical fin talked about more?
Topical finasteride is less popular due to inconvenience, cost, and availability, while oral finasteride is favored for ease and safety. Some users experience side effects with topical use, but find it effective with minoxidil, though opinions on its efficacy vary.