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    GlossaryAlopecia Areata

    autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss on scalp and body

    Alopecia Areata (AA) is an autoimmune condition where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to patchy hair loss on the scalp and other areas of the body. This condition can affect individuals of all ages and often results in round, smooth bald patches, though the extent and pattern of hair loss can vary widely.

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      learn Tofacitinib

      a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions

      learn Baricitinib

      JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases

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      diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties

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      Alopecia Areata and Alopecia Areata Incognita

      research Alopecia Areata and Alopecia Areata Incognita

      1 citations , July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition, with various treatments showing mixed effectiveness and no guaranteed cure.
      Alopecia Areata Incognita

      research Alopecia Areata Incognita

      14 citations , November 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Alopecia Areata Incognita causes widespread hair thinning, and treatment with systemic corticosteroids and psychiatric support can lead to remission.
      Alopecia Areata Incognita

      research Alopecia Areata Incognita

      September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks”
      Alopecia areata incognita causes sudden hair thinning, responds well to steroids, and is more common in those with genetic hair loss conditions.

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      community It’s over. NOTHING has worked.

      in Chat  95 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who has been trying various treatments for hair loss for four years, with no success. Suggestions include use of minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, supplements and multivitamins, lifestyle changes, scalp biopsy, and SMP.

      community Month 6 on oral fin/min no stabilisation at all still shedding big

      in Chat  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on oral finasteride and minoxidil for six months without seeing hair loss stabilization and has started taking dutasteride twice a week. Other users shared their experiences with hair loss treatments, with one suggesting dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride.

      community Post op day 1, My 10 year journey and thoughts about hair loss, advice

      in Transplants  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user shared their 10-year hair loss journey, discussing treatments like oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, and LLLT, and ultimately deciding on a hair transplant. They also explored the possibility of having alopecia areata incognita and advised seeking multiple opinions before surgery.

      community Seeking Advice: Unusual Hair Loss at 31 Years Old - Any Insights? (M)

      in Chat  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old man who previously had good results with minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral for hair loss is now experiencing unusual hair loss and side effects from finasteride. Respondents suggest it might be severe retrograde alopecia and recommend exploring other treatment options due to his inability to tolerate finasteride.