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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Clinical Assessment of Alopecia Areata Severity and Validating the Patient Experience: A Vodcast
Clinicians should use evidence-based tools and consider mental health when assessing alopecia areata to guide treatment.
research The Alopecia Areata Severity And Morbidity Index (ASAMI) Study
Alopecia areata severity is influenced by factors like long disease duration, relapses, treatment response, and mental health, leading to the creation of a new severity measurement tool.
research Criteria for Commencing and Continuing Subsidized Janus Kinase Inhibitor Therapy in Australian Alopecia Areata Patients—Results From an Australian Expert Consensus Exercise
Experts created guidelines for who in Australia can get subsidized JAK inhibitor therapy for alopecia areata.
research II Consensus of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Treat alopecia areata with personalized plans, using corticosteroids for mild cases and Janus Kinase inhibitors for severe cases, while also offering psychological support.
research Expert Consensus on Systemic Treatment Activation and Grading Evaluation for Alopecia Areata
Experts recommend starting systemic treatment for alopecia areata when the condition is severe or causes significant distress.
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community 18M Experiencing Hair Loss Since 15: Seeking Alternatives to Minoxidil
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2 months ago An 18-year-old experiencing balding since age 15 is seeking alternatives to minoxidil for hair regrowth, currently using rosemary oil and a 0.5mm derma roller. They are unsure about the proper use of these treatments.
community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss
Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.
community I’ve been on dutesteride and oral minoxidil for two years now and I’ve only lost ground…
A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years reports worsening hair loss and is seeking advice. Suggestions include consulting a professional for underlying causes, acknowledging that treatments don't work for everyone, and considering dosage adjustments or additional treatments.
community 6 months into Dutasteride and my hair is way worse than before
After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.
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A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.