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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
learn Mesotherapy
technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp
learn Minoxidil
An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects, has excellent safety record
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research Efficacy and Safety of Oral Alitretinoin in Chronic Hand Eczema and Palmoplantar Pustulosis
Oral alitretinoin is effective for certain types of chronic hand eczema, with mild side effects.
research A Systematic Review of Dermatologic Manifestations Among Adult Patients With COVID-19 Diagnosis
COVID-19 patients often have skin issues like chilblain-like lesions and rashes, which can help in early diagnosis and sometimes indicate severe illness.
research Finasteride-Induced Pseudoporphyria
Finasteride caused blisters on hands and feet.
research Palmoplantar Dyshidrotic Eczema Associated with Secukinumab
A patient got a skin reaction on their hands and feet after using secukinumab for psoriasis.
research Erythema Multiforme in a Central American Tapir Calf: Clinical Case Report
A young tapir with a rare skin condition improved after treatment with wound cleaning, cream, and oral medication.
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5 / 82 resultscommunity SAFFLOWER OIL good alternative for Minoxidil?
Safflower oil is suggested as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth, with benefits including scalp conditioning and hair strength enhancement. Studies indicate it may also reverse scalp dermatitis, alopecia, and prevent premature grayness.
community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.
OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.
community Stop Complaining about Creatine. You're just fixated on shedding.
Creatine is unlikely to cause hair loss as it does not raise DHT levels. Hair loss is more likely due to genetics, medications, or lifestyle changes.
community Study: There is 70x Higher Unconjugated DHT in Feces Compared To Blood Levels in Young Adults - Gut Microbiota Manages DHT Recycling and Metabolism
Gut microbiota significantly influences androgen metabolism, impacting hair loss treatments like finasteride. Probiotics, dietary changes, and fecal microbiota transplants may help manage DHT levels and improve hair health.
community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.