Possible Integrative Approaches to Treatment of Alopecia: A Case Study Provides a Protocol Approach

August 2024 in “ Clinical and Medical Engineering Live ”

Christina Rahm, Christina Rahm

alopecia areata autoimmune disorder hair follicles gene expression

TLDR An integrated approach can help treat childhood alopecia areata.

The document discusses childhood alopecia areata, an autoimmune disorder where the body mistakenly attacks hair follicles. It reviews various forms of childhood alopecia, gene expression, and causative factors. The study provides an integrated analysis of the illness, incorporating biomedical data and statistics to offer a comprehensive understanding of the condition.

View this study on doi.org →

Discuss this study in the Community →

Related Community Posts Join

6 / 1000+ results

community Autoimmune disease and balding

in Update 12 upvotes 1 year ago

A user diagnosed with Crohn's disease is concerned it might contribute to balding. They have been using keto shampoo, finasteride, and oral minoxidil, which improved their hair but not significantly.

community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

in Research/Science 64 upvotes 2 years ago

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

community Genomic Sequencing for Hair Loss

in Research/Science 156 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and potential mRNA therapies are discussed. There is skepticism about targeting specific genes due to the complex genetic nature of hair loss.

community 25M Exploring Causes of Hair Loss: TE, Alopecia, or AGA?

in General 226 upvotes 7 months ago

The user is experiencing hair loss with possible causes including chronic telogen effluvium, diffuse alopecia areata, and androgenic alopecia. They have tried treatments like Nizoral shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride, and are considering a biopsy for further clarity.

community The ending of alopecia? Corticosterone inhibits GAS6 to govern hair follicle stem-cell quiescence

in Research/Science 60 upvotes 4 years ago

Corticosterone inhibits GAS6, affecting hair follicle stem-cell activity, with potential implications for stress-related hair loss. Ashwagandha and Vitamin K are suggested for reducing cortisol, but their effectiveness is debated.

community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”

in Chat 46 upvotes 3 years ago

How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.

Similar Research

5 / 1000+ results