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    GlossaryVitamin D3 analogue

    synthetic compound mimicking natural Vitamin D3's biological effects

    A Vitamin D3 analogue is a synthetic compound designed to mimic the biological effects of natural Vitamin D3. These analogues are often used in medical treatments to regulate calcium and phosphate metabolism, and they can be particularly useful in managing conditions like psoriasis and certain types of alopecia, where they help modulate immune responses and promote skin health.

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      Psoriasis of the Scalp: Diagnosis and Management

      research Psoriasis of the Scalp: Diagnosis and Management

      128 citations , January 2001 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.

      research Medical Therapies

      January 2019 in “Springer eBooks”
      Combination therapies might work better for some vitiligo patients, but results vary.

      research From Molecular Biology to Therapeutics

      7 citations , June 1994 in “International journal of biochemistry/International Journal of Biochemistry”
      The document discusses various skin disorders and new therapeutic approaches.
      Clinical Application of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors

      research Clinical Application of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors

      46 citations , March 2001 in “Journal of endocrinological investigation”
      5α-reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, effectively treat BPH, male baldness, and hirsutism, with potential for acne and prostate cancer prevention.

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      community Diagnosed with MPB at 16 (Male)

      in Treatment  53 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 16-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitamin D, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.

      community The real stack, the only things you really need.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss prevention regimen using a custom topical treatment with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Latanoprost, Cetirizine, Tretinoin, Vitamin D3, and caffeine, along with supplements like iron, selenium, vitamin D, and vitamin B. The user advises against expensive treatments like LLLT caps and unnecessary natural supplements.

      community Diagnosed with MPB. Started with finastride 1mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 28-year-old male diagnosed with Male Pattern Baldness is using finasteride 1mg and asking if it's sufficient without minoxidil, PRP, or multivitamins. The advice given is to continue with finasteride and assess results after a year before considering additional treatments.