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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Androgenetic Alopecia Among Hospital Staff: A Study of Prevalence, Types, and a Comparison with the General Population in a Secondary Hospital in China
Hospital staff have a higher rate of hair loss than the general population.
research Contribution of Hair Density and Hair Diameter to the Appearance and Progression of Androgenetic Alopecia in Japanese Men
Hair thickness matters more than density for baldness in Japanese men over 25.
research Therapeutic Implications of Topical Cetirizine 1% in Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case-Controlled Study
Topical cetirizine 1% promotes hair growth in male androgenetic alopecia patients.
research Association of Androgenetic Alopecia With Mortality From Diabetes Mellitus and Heart Disease
Hair loss links to higher death risk from diabetes and heart disease; not a direct cause, but a marker for risk factors.
research The Effects of Smoking on Hair Health: A Systematic Review
Smoking is linked to more hair loss and premature graying compared to nonsmokers.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Will PP405 render Minox and Fin obsolete?
PP405 might make minoxidil unnecessary, but finasteride or other 5AR inhibitors may still be needed. PP405 is expected to be expensive and not available until at least 2028, with limited information on its effectiveness.
community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss
Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.
community Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I
A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hair loss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.
community Seb derm regrowth progress? I think? Or am I just seeing what I want to see?
A person with hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis saw improvement after treating the condition and using 5mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, collagen, biotin, and vitamins. They are asking if the progress is real, and others have noted the oral minoxidil as a significant treatment.
community Any dutasteride succes stories?
Dutasteride is effective for many in reducing hair loss and promoting regrowth, often with fewer side effects than finasteride. Combining it with minoxidil is commonly seen as a successful strategy, though results may take several months.