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research The Risk of Coronary Heart Disease in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
Bald men may have higher heart disease risk.
research Association of Androgenetic Alopecia and Hyperlipidemia
Men with a certain type of hair loss (vertex type AGA) may have higher levels of bad fats (triglycerides) and lower levels of good cholesterol (HDL), suggesting they could be at risk for high fat levels in the blood (hyperlipidemia).
research Evaluation of Lipid Levels in Androgenetic Alopecia Compared with Control Group
Men with a certain type of hair loss (AGA) have higher bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol levels, making them more likely to get heart disease.
research Is Androgenetic Alopecia a Risk for Atherosclerosis?
Severe vertex pattern hair loss may indicate a higher risk for artery plaque buildup.
research Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: Current Guidance and Unmet Needs
More personalized and effective treatments for androgenetic alopecia are needed.
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5 / 422 resultscommunity Summaries of Finasteride Studies
Finasteride is effective in promoting hair growth and reversing hair miniaturization in men with androgenetic alopecia, with improvements seen in various studies over different durations. Some users report initial side effects like ball ache, which often resolve as the body adjusts.
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4 months ago A 20-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and seeks advice on starting treatment and regrowing hair. They are considering using Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.
community dunno if it's growing anything but it's making my scalp red
Hair loss and potential treatments, primarily focusing on Finasteride and Minoxidil. Other solutions discussed include PRP, dermarolling, LLP, and scalp tension relief.
community 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 Update: 14 months - NW Picard Progress
The user shared their hair regrowth progress using a combination of treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, Sulfogenz, KX-826, low-level laser therapy, and microneedling. They plan to continue medication for another year before considering a hair transplant, noting steady improvement but not major changes.