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research Effects of Age and Sex on the Comorbidities of Alopecia Areata: A Cross-Sectional Hospital-Based Study
Alopecia Areata is linked to a higher risk of several diseases, which vary with age and sex.
research Gender Aspects in Skin Diseases
Men are more likely to get infectious skin diseases, while women are more prone to autoimmune and pigment-related skin conditions, influenced by biological and environmental factors.
research A Clinical Analysis of 304 Cases with Alopecia Areata in Children
Younger children with alopecia areata often experience more severe hair loss and longer illness, with allergies and nutrient deficiencies playing a role.
research Clinical Characteristics and Prognostic Factors in Early-Onset Alopecia Totalis and Alopecia Universalis
Early-onset alopecia, especially with a family history, leads to worse outcomes and more related health issues.
research Association of Alopecia Areata with Atopic Dermatitis and Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
People with alopecia areata often have higher rates of allergies and autoimmune diseases.
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5 / 279 resultscommunity Non-Responder to everything and currently at the lowest point in my life
A user expressed frustration with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil with micro-needling, and RU58841, which all failed to stop hair thinning and miniaturization. Suggestions from others included accepting baldness, considering hair systems, and continuing prescribed antidepressants for depression.
community Bee venom better than minoxidil?
Bee venom at 0.001% concentration was more effective than 2% minoxidil in promoting hair growth in mice, possibly due to increased growth factors and reduced inflammation. Caution is advised due to potential allergic reactions and the reliance on animal data.
community I lost the fight against MPB at age 22 despite being on treatments.
The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hair loss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.
community Nov 2023-Nov 2024, 1 Year on Oral Fin (1mg/day)+ Oral Min (1.25mg/day), I’m 23 and I’ve got my life back
A 23-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth and regained confidence after one year of using oral finasteride (1mg/day) and oral minoxidil (1.25mg/day) without side effects. The user felt the treatment was life-changing, allowing them to be more social and active.
community Researchers working on ways to regenerate lost hair from stem cells identified a recipe for normal hair regeneration in the lab. “A method for cyclical regeneration of hair follicles from hair follicle stem cells and will help make hair follicle regeneration therapy a reality in the near future.”
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants have side effects and limitations. There is hope for future advancements in stem cell therapy and hair follicle regeneration, though skepticism about their effectiveness and timeline persists.