research Male Pattern Alopecia Regrowth Following Topical Fluorouracil Therapy
This case report describes a 45-year-old man with male pattern baldness who began regrowing hair after receiving fluorouracil treatment for scalp actinic keratosis.
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Male pattern alopecia regrowth following topical fluorouracil therapy
This article reports a case where a man's hair regrew after treating actinic keratosis with fluorouracil, suggesting a possible unexpected effect of the treatment.
research Focal Neurotoxicity Associated With Topical 5-Fluorouracil
This case report describes an 83-year-old man who developed focal neurotoxicity, including paralysis and pain, in the area treated with topical 5-fluorouracil cream for actinic keratoses, suggesting a potential neurotoxic risk associated with the drug, especially in those with a specific genetic deficiency.
research The efficacy of adding topical 5‐fluorouracil to micro‐needling in the treatment of vitiligo: A randomized controlled trial
This study found that micro-needling combined with topical 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) was more effective in treating vitiligo patches than topical tacrolimus, with significant improvement observed in six patients, although it caused mild side effects like erythema and irritation.
research Fractional CO2 laser versus Microneedling followed by Topical 5 Fluorouracil in the treatment of Non-Segmental Vitiligo
This study at Al-Azhar University Hospitals found that combining a fractional CO2 laser or microneedling with topical 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) is more effective and safe for treating vitiligo than using either treatment alone, offering a new therapeutic option for patients.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Topical Tacrolimus For Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA)
Topical tacrolimus is being considered for androgenetic alopecia, though its effectiveness is unproven. Other treatments mentioned include minoxidil, dutasteride, cyclosporine, and teicoplanin, with discussions on blocking the prolactin receptor for hair growth.
community Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride progress, need some advice
The user has been using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for hair loss, seeing improvement in hairline and texture but struggling with crown growth and experiencing shedding. Suggestions include continuing the current regimen, considering oral minoxidil, microneedling, or waiting longer to assess results.
community Topical Finasterid application
The conversation discusses using topical finasteride (0.23%) for hairline and temples, with suggestions to mix it with minoxidil and use a hair oil applicator. The user is unsure whether to spray or use a dropper and whether to massage it in.
community Topical minoxidil + dermarolling gave me heart arrhythmia (PVCs) — sharing my experience, not trying to scare anyone
Using topical minoxidil with dermarolling can lead to heart arrhythmia due to increased absorption. Users report cardiac side effects, suggesting caution when combining these treatments.
community Topical Minxodil stoped working- switching to oral?
The user experienced reduced effectiveness of topical Minoxidil after three years and is considering switching to oral Minoxidil, while also using finasteride for six months without significant hair regrowth. Suggestions include continuing finasteride for longer, considering oral Minoxidil, or switching to dutasteride for better results.
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5 / 801 results- Topical or oral? Choosing between pills and lotions according to your case. Topical finasteride offers localized treatment with fewer systemic side effects than oral finasteride.
- Is topical cetirizine effective for androgenetic alopecia in women? Topical cetirizine is not an approved product and its use for female-pattern hair loss is off-label. The evidence is one small unblinded pilot study in mixed-sex patients and one randomized trial in 66 women where cetirizine was added to minoxidil; it is unproven on its own.
- How does topical Estradiol compare to oral Estradiol in treating alopecia? Topical estradiol delivers hormone to the scalp with less systemic exposure, but evidence is thin and it is still a hormone. It needs a doctor's supervision, and people with estrogen-sensitive cancers must not use it without medical approval.
- Does topical glycerin have any effect on hair thickness or follicle function? Topical glycerin primarily hydrates hair but does not increase thickness or follicle function.
- Can topical products with L-cysteine repair damaged hair or prevent breakage? Topical L-cysteine cannot effectively repair damaged hair or prevent breakage.
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