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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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research A Single Topical Application of Calcipotriol (50 µg/g) Ointment Has No Acute Effect on Systemic Calcium Homeostasis in Patients with Chronic Plaque Psoriasis
Putting calcipotriol ointment on the skin once doesn't change calcium levels in the body right away.
research The Combined Use of Intravenous and Oral Calcium for the Treatment of Vitamin D Dependent Rickets Type II
Intravenous and oral calcium effectively treated vitamin D dependent rickets type II, improving growth and bone health.
research Calcium and Vitamin D Supplementation With and Without Collagen on Bone Density and Skin Elasticity in Menopausal Women—A Randomized Controlled Study
Collagen with calcium and vitamin D improves bone health, skin elasticity, and reduces hair loss in menopausal women.
research Systemic Lupus Erythematosus as a Rare Cause of Hypercalcemia: A Case Report
Lupus can be a rare cause of high calcium levels in the blood.
research Vitamin D Resistant Rickets With Alopecia: A Form of End Organ Resistance to 1,25 Dihydroxy Vitamin D
A girl with rickets and hair loss was found to have a rare condition where her body didn't respond to vitamin D treatment.
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5 / 68 resultscommunity Why don’t finasteride gummies exist?
The conversation discusses the idea of creating finasteride gummies for hair loss treatment, with some users expressing skepticism about their effectiveness compared to pills. Concerns include the potential for reduced drug delivery in gummy form and the risk of children mistaking them for candy.
community I have a hard time believing that creatine overpowers fin/dut
The conversation is about whether creatine causes hair loss in individuals who are taking finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss. Some users report experiencing hair loss when taking creatine, while others do not. There is no consensus on the issue.
community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.
Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.
community How does finasteride leave your body?
Finasteride is metabolized in the liver and excreted through urine and feces. Users humorously discuss its excretion, with one joking about it being expelled through ejaculation.
community Attention Finasteride / Dutasteride and Your liver
Finasteride may cause elevated liver enzymes, potentially leading to liver issues, though this is rare. Users should monitor liver function and consider topical alternatives if liver sensitivity occurs.