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5 / 21 resultslearn Tretinoin
the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil
learn Vitamin D
vitamin you should probably be taking for general health might also help your hair a little
learn Dexpanthenol
precursor of vitamin B5 with hair stimulating effects
learn Biotin
supplement to help with hair texture and quality
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch A Systemic-Like Disease: Chronic Vitamin A Poisoning
Excessive vitamin A intake caused severe health issues that mostly resolved after stopping the intake.
research Alopecia and Associated Toxic Agents: A Systematic Review
Thallium, mercury, selenium, and colchicine strongly cause hair loss.
research Toxic and Metabolic Disorders of the Nervous System
Certain vitamins in wrong amounts, alcohol abuse, metals, and other toxins can cause serious brain and nerve damage.
research Drug-Induced Hair Loss and Hair Growth
Some drugs can cause hair loss or increase hair growth, but these effects are usually reversible when the drug is stopped.
research Drug-Associated Alopecia
Some drugs can cause hair loss, and stopping these drugs often leads to hair regrowth.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity The other day I had a random discussion about not eating the livers of predators like polar bears because you can get vitamin A poisoning, my nurse roommate looked up symptoms and found telogen effluvium was one of them...
A user experienced hair thinning possibly due to excess vitamin A from taking extra gummy vitamins. They stopped taking the vitamins and are seeking advice on hair regrowth and managing vitamin A levels.
community Leaving minoxidil for only 1 hour on scalp - how to maximize effectiveness?
The user is trying to maximize minoxidil's effectiveness by applying it for only one hour to avoid spreading it to furniture and pets, especially cats. They experience side effects when combining minoxidil with dermarolling and are considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or microneedling.
community Went home for the holidays and my Dad asked ‘what have you done to your hair?’ he was genuinely happy for me and supportive when I told him I was growing it back with finasteride. AMA – 7 months in.
User experienced significant hair regrowth after 7 months of using 0.5mg finasteride, along with minoxidil and dermastamp. Side effects include increased sensitivity to poor lifestyle choices, but overall confidence improved.
community Parents found my finasteride stash and are forcing me to dispose all of it
A 21-year-old has been using finasteride for nearly a year with positive results for hair loss. His parents found his stash, misunderstood the risks, and are forcing him to dispose of it, leading him to seek advice on handling the situation.
community How did you get over the fear mongering of Fin/Dut?
The conversation is about overcoming fear of finasteride/dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Users suggest starting with a small supply, noting side effects are rare and reversible, and emphasize personal comfort and confidence.