Itch of Dermatomyositis Treated with Topical JAK Inhibitor

The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.

The user switched from finasteride to 2.5 mg dutasteride daily and added 1% pyrilutamide to address persistent scalp itch, but the itch remains. They also use 2% ketoconazole and 2.5% selenium sulfide shampoo for temporary relief.

OP developed hives after using Kx 826 (Pyrilutamide) 1% twice daily for 3 weeks. The hives appeared on the arms, chest, and groin area.

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