Cryotherapy Versus Fractional Carbon Dioxide Laser in Patchy Alopecia Areata: A Self-Controlled Comparative Study

Hair loss treatments discussed include microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, finasteride, dutasteride, pumpkin seeds, saw palmetto, and scalp massage. The consensus is that finasteride or dutasteride is necessary for significant regrowth, while other methods may only slow hair loss.

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.

A user observed orange fluorescence on their nose and hair under a black light, indicating Cutibacterium acnes, which may contribute to hair loss alongside androgenic alopecia. A suggestion was made to use coal tar shampoo to address the issue.

The conversation discusses using USB microscopes for scalp photos and provides a link to an overview of trichoscopy. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

A woman with androgenetic alopecia is using a treatment of topical finasteride with 7% minoxidil, spironolactone, and supplements like iron, vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. She is considering additional treatments like PRP and laser therapy but has not seen significant hair regrowth yet.

The user is using a topical spray with finasteride and minoxidil, red light therapy, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, and is considering waiting a year before getting a hair transplant. Other users suggest microneedling, using oral treatments, and investing in a laser helmet for better results.