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research Factors influencing alopecia areata treatment decisions: A qualitative assessment

9 citations , November 2022 in “JAAD International”

This study found that patients with alopecia areata face challenges like medical uncertainty and lack of information, highlighting the need for reliable and accessible treatment information that aligns with their preferences.

research Identifying emotional variations in Spanish oncology patients during treatment decision consultations: a qualitative study

February 2026 in “BMJ Open”

This study found that the most significant negative emotional responses among cancer patients during consultations were related to treatment delays and the possibility of hair loss.

research Development and testing of a decision board to help clinicians present treatment options to lupus nephritis patients in Brazil

19 citations , December 2008 in “Arthritis Care & Research”

This study found that the decision board is a reliable and valid tool for assessing treatment preferences in systemic lupus erythematosus patients, who tended to favor oral medication due to concerns about side effects.

research Decision letter for "The Comparative Effects Between Long‐Term and Short‐Term Treatment of Finasteride on Anxiety‐Like and Depression‐Like Behaviors in Early Senescent Male Rats"

September 2024

research Decision letter for "The Comparative Effects Between Long‐Term and Short‐Term Treatment of Finasteride on Anxiety‐Like and Depression‐Like Behaviors in Early Senescent Male Rats"

June 2024

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community 6 months of treatment, best decision of my life.

in Progress Pictures 5817 upvotes 1 year ago

Significant hair regrowth and increased confidence after using 1 mg finasteride for 6 months and 5 mg oral minoxidil for 3 months. No major side effects, except unwanted hair growth near temples and eyebrows.

community 24 weeks of treatment. Best decision of my life

916 upvotes 1 year ago

A 32-year-old male used 1.25mg oral finasteride daily and 1ml topical minoxidil twice daily for 24 weeks, experiencing improved skin and hair growth with initial side effects that resolved after three weeks. He plans to try dermastamping to address a stubborn cowlick area.

community 2.5 years of treatment, best decision of my life

in Progress Pictures 8835 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their 2.5-year hair loss treatment success using 1mg finasteride daily and switching from 5mg to 2.5mg minoxidil. They reported no significant side effects and emphasized the importance of early treatment.

community I started fin (0.5mg ED) and oral min (2.5mg ED) at 18yo, best decision I've ever made

in Update 10 upvotes 1 year ago

The user started using finasteride (0.5mg daily) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg daily) at 18, leading to healthier, thicker hair and reduced anxiety about hair loss. They experienced no negative side effects and plan to continue the treatment.

community Got a hair transplant bros. 3 months in. Best decision I’ve ever made

in Transplants 36 upvotes 9 months ago

A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant, using 3,500 grafts, after trying various treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride. They recommend stabilizing hair loss with Finasteride before considering a transplant.

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learn Rapamycin

Immune-suppressing drug, also called sirolimus

Can rapamycin be combined with other treatments like minoxidil or finasteride for better results? There are no published human trials of rapamycin combined with minoxidil or finasteride; the case for combining them is mechanistic theory only, and rapamycin for hair loss remains an off-label use of an immunosuppressant, so any combination is a decision for a prescriber.

learn Metformin

Diabetes drug that lowers blood sugar

Can metformin improve scalp health in people with insulin resistance or PCOS? There is no controlled trial showing that metformin improves scalp hair. The PCOS studies most often cited measured unwanted body hair, not scalp density, and a published case report describes hair loss during metformin treatment; any use for hair would be off-label and a decision for a prescribing doctor.

learn Tofacitinib

JAK inhibitor pill, an immune-system drug

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble

learn Hair Transplant

How do I know which hair restoration treatment is right for me? Consult a professional for a personalized hair restoration treatment plan based on your needs.

learn Keratin

Are keratin treatments good for people with alopecia, or do they only improve the hair’s appearance? Keratin treatments improve hair appearance but do not address alopecia or stimulate growth.

learn Azelaic Acid

Is azelaic acid a treatment on its own or does it need supplements? One small randomised trial (26 women, no placebo) found no significant difference between 5% azelaic acid and 2% minoxidil in female pattern hair loss, which is too small to show they work equally well, and the anti-DHT rationale otherwise rests on in-vitro work. Community members generally describe azelaic acid as an add-on to minoxidil or finasteride rather than a standalone treatment.

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