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research Global Burden of Skin Disease as Reflected in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
The representation of skin conditions in medical reviews partly matches their real-world impact.
research Investigation of Sexual Dysfunction Linked to Finasteride Use: A Pharmacovigilance Analysis
Finasteride use is strongly linked to sexual dysfunction, especially in young men treating hair loss.
research Identification of Various Deficiencies Using Data Mining Techniques: A Survey
Data mining helps identify and address nutrition deficiencies affecting health.
research The Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Evolutionary Paradox: A Genome-Wide Association Studies-Based, In Silico, Evolutionary Explanation
The research suggests that the global distribution of PCOS is likely due to historical human migration and that genes affecting PCOS may have different impacts on males and females.
research Alopecia in Association with Lamotrigine Use
Lamotrigine may cause hair loss, affecting treatment compliance and health.
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5 / 113 resultscommunity Pelage, PP405, is creating a database for potential new trial volunteers
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment targeting dormant hair follicles, with ongoing trials. Some users consider stopping finasteride and minoxidil to join trials, while others doubt its effectiveness.
community Kintor money grab, unacceptable
Kintor's KX826 (pyrilutamide) is ineffective at 0.5% and overpriced at 1%, leading to user frustration and calls for fair pricing. Users suggest sticking with proven treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments
Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?
Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.