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GlossaryAlopecia

refers to hair loss from areas where hair normally grows

Alopecia refers to the partial or complete loss of hair from areas of the body where it typically grows, most commonly the scalp. It can be caused by a variety of factors including genetics, autoimmune disorders, hormonal changes, and environmental influences. There are different types of alopecia, such as alopecia areata, which is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks hair follicles, leading to patchy hair loss.

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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

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learn Tofacitinib

a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions

learn Finasteride

Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

learn Fluridil

a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement

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research Trichology Features of Alopecia in Women of Reproductive Age Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

1 citations, December 2017 in “Acta biomedica scientifica”

Women of reproductive age with polycystic ovary syndrome often experience hair loss.

Lanostane-Type Triterpenes from the Sclerotium of Inonotus Obliquus (Chaga Mushrooms) as Proproliferative Agents on Human Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells

research Lanostane-Type Triterpenes from the Sclerotium of Inonotus Obliquus (Chaga Mushrooms) as Proproliferative Agents on Human Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells

14 citations, January 2019 in “Journal of Natural Medicines”

Chaga mushrooms contain compounds that may promote hair growth better than common treatments.

research Macrophage-Derived Extracellular Vesicle Promotes Hair Growth

51 citations, April 2020 in “Cells”

Special cell particles from macrophages can help hair grow.

Coat Condition, Housing Condition, And Measurement Of Fecal Cortisol Metabolites: A Non-Invasive Study About Alopecia In Captive Rhesus Macaques (Macaca Mulatta)

research Coat Condition, Housing Condition, And Measurement Of Fecal Cortisol Metabolites: A Non-Invasive Study About Alopecia In Captive Rhesus Macaques (Macaca Mulatta)

51 citations, November 2005 in “Journal of Medical Primatology”

Alopecia in captive rhesus macaques is affected by season, sex, age, housing, and stress, with complex links between stress hormones and hair loss.

research Tiny Messengers, Big Results: A Review of Exosome-Mediated Treatments and Considerations in Dermatology

July 2024 in “Gene & Protein in Disease”

Exosome therapy shows promise for treating skin conditions and improving wound healing.

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community I’ve been on Oral min and Dutasteride for 6 months.

Fit_Earth8823 in Is this regrowth? 18 upvotes 8 months ago

A user discussed their hair regrowth after 6 months of oral minoxidil and dutasteride, and 2 weeks of topical minoxidil. They are unsure if the new hair is fuzz or actual regrowth.

community Shedding again after 6 months of great results.

jdespirito in Minoxidil 15 upvotes 5 months ago

A user experienced shedding after 7 months on Fin/Min spray despite good results and no change in treatment. Other users noted similar experiences and mentioned that shedding periods can be normal.

community My experience with rosemary oil

JimmyHP1 in Product 42 upvotes 1 year ago

The user's experience with rosemary oil as a hair loss treatment and its effectiveness; they discuss other treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841; there is also discussion of combining oils like peppermint oil, zix, and dermapen.

community Can I punch someone if they make fun of my hair loss, just like Will Smith did?

ZeldaFanBoi1988 in Chat 448 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss's social impact, focusing on Will Smith defending Jada Pinkett Smith's alopecia. The conversation highlights double standards between men and women experiencing hair loss and emphasizes empathy.

community Could you tell this is a hair system?

InfamousRepair8001 in Technology 307 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who was losing their hair and found an effective solution; they asked for opinions on it and discussed treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, as well as SMP.

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