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research Acute Diffuse and Total Alopecia of the Female Scalp

59 citations , January 2002 in “Dermatology”

This study suggests the existence of a new subtype of alopecia, called 'acute diffuse and total alopecia of the female scalp (ADTAFS)', characterized by acute, diffuse hair loss primarily in women and a rapid recovery.

research Significance of Dermoscopy in Acute Diffuse and Total Alopecia of the Female Scalp: Review of Twenty Cases

42 citations , January 2008 in “Dermatology”

This study reports that dermoscopy is a useful diagnostic tool for distinguishing acute diffuse and total alopecia of the female scalp from female pattern hair loss by identifying specific hair features.

research Acute Diffuse and Total Alopecia of the Female Scalp: A New Subtype of Diffuse Alopecia areata That Has a Favorable Prognosis – A Reply

29 citations , January 2003 in “Dermatology”

This study suggests a new subtype of alopecia, termed 'acute diffuse and total alopecia of the female scalp' (ADTAFS), characterized by acute and total hair loss in women with a favorable recovery profile.

research Acute diffuse and total alopecia of the female scalp associated with borrelia-infection

8 citations , January 2015 in “International journal of trichology”

In this case report, the authors describe complete recovery from acute diffuse and total alopecia linked to Borrelia infection after treatment with intravenous ceftriaxone and topical clobetasol foam.

research Localized Acquired Perforating Dermatosis on Scalp Presented With Acute and Diffuse Total Alopecia

January 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

This study reports two cases where acquired perforating dermatosis was localized to the scalp and coincided with acute diffuse alopecia, suggesting perifollicular inflammation may link the two conditions.

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community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.

in Research/Science 140 upvotes 2 years ago

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

community How does dutasteride regrowth work?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A 25-year-old man with hair loss from bleach damage is using oral minoxidil and considering adding Dutasteride for better regrowth and prevention. He seeks advice on Dutasteride's effectiveness and potential benefits over finasteride, and is also curious about RU58841.

community Study shows further evidence that finasteride and dutasteride take 12-18 months or more to show significant results. Do NOT give up early

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 247 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride in treating hair loss, emphasizing that significant results often take 12-18 months or more. Dutasteride is generally considered superior, with similar or fewer side effects than finasteride, but patience is required for noticeable improvement.

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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

learn TDM-105795

What types of alopecia or hair loss conditions might TDM-105795 be designed to target based on current research? TDM-105795 may target non-scarring alopecia, particularly androgenetic alopecia.

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