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Glossary Alopecia Totalis

complete scalp hair loss due to autoimmune disorder

Alopecia Totalis (AT) is an advanced form of alopecia areata characterized by the complete loss of hair on the scalp. Unlike alopecia areata, which typically presents as patchy hair loss, AT results in total baldness of the head. This condition is believed to be an autoimmune disorder, where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to hair loss.

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research PUVA treatment of alopecia areata partialis, totalis and universalis: audit of 10 years' experience at St John's Institute of Dermatology

105 citations , December 1995 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

This retrospective study concluded that PUVA treatment is generally ineffective for alopecia areata, with low effective success rates for partialis, totalis, and universalis types.

research PUVA treatment of alopecia areata totalis and universalis: A retrospective study

39 citations , April 2003 in “Australasian journal of dermatology”

This study found that PUVA treatment resulted in complete hair regrowth in over half of patients with alopecia areata totalis or universalis, despite a higher treatment failure rate in those with a family history of the condition.

research Combination therapy with zinc gluconate and PUVA for alopecia areata totalis: an adjunctive but crucial role of zinc supplementation

16 citations , March 2015 in “Dermatologic therapy”

This study reported two cases of alopecia areata where hair regrowth was achieved with zinc gluconate and sulfur amino acids after relapse post-PUVA cessation, suggesting potential zinc responsiveness in some patients.

research Rapidly progressive alopecia areata totalis in a COVID‐19 patient, unresponsive to tofacitinib

14 citations , February 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This article reports a case of rapidly progressive alopecia areata totalis in a COVID-19 patient that did not respond to treatment with tofacitinib; no new clinical results are discussed.

research The Effect of Platelet Rich Plasma on Hair Re‐growth in Patients with Alopecia Areata Totalis: a Clinical Pilot Study

14 citations , June 2019 in “Dermatologic therapy”

This study found that autologous platelet-rich plasma injections showed no significant effect on hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata totalis.

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community Alopecia Areata Question

2 upvotes 5 years ago

A user with alopecia totalis, borderline universalis, seeks advice on getting into a Xeljanz trial or appealing insurance for coverage. They experienced significant hair regrowth but are now seeing hair loss again and want to try Xeljanz.

community Aminexil, Nanoxidil, Stemoxydine and Kopexil. Anyone use them?

1 upvotes 9 years ago

Aminexil, nanoxidil, stemoxydine, and kopexil are discussed as alternatives to minoxidil for hair growth, with concerns about dependence. Minoxidil is noted for its effectiveness in transitioning hair growth phases, but dependence is mainly linked to androgenic alopecia.

community Joe Rogan plugging Batana Oil has anyone heard of it?

26 upvotes 3 years ago

Joe Rogan mentioned Batana Oil for hair loss, but many believe the video is fake and created using AI. Most users are skeptical of his endorsement, comparing it to his previous controversial recommendations like Ivermectin for COVID.

community Balding Sucks. Balding Young is Awful. Balding Young and being Unable to Grow any Facial Hair is Hell on Earth

in Update 339 upvotes 1 year ago

A 25-year-old is frustrated with hair loss and inability to grow facial hair despite using oral finasteride and minoxidil for over a year. Suggestions include trying topical treatments, considering a hair system, or seeking professional help for mental health.

community How essential is scalp biopsy when dealing with hair loss?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced hair loss despite using Fin and Min for 12 years and switched to Dutasteride, RU58841, and Keto scalp serum, but shedding and itch persist. They are considering increasing Dutasteride to 2.5mg and questioning the necessity of a scalp biopsy, with mixed opinions on its usefulness.

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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Is scalp micropigmentation suitable for all types of hair loss? Scalp micropigmentation is generally suitable for various types of hair loss.
What is Scalp Micropigmentation and how does it help people with visible hair loss? Scalp Micropigmentation creates the illusion of hair follicles on the scalp for visible hair loss.

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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions

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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

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Heard alopecia areata leaves scar-like spots? Some peptides are helping those areas regrow hair. Alopecia areata patches usually still have living follicles. Peptides are being studied as a possible add-on, but the evidence is small and early. See a dermatologist for treatment.

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What makes alopecia areata different from other types of hair loss, and can topical Salicylic acid treatments help regrow the affected areas? Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition, and salicylic acid does not promote hair regrowth.

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Struggling with patchy hair loss like alopecia areata? Baicapil might help by reducing inflammation and reactivating growth. There is no published trial of Baicapil in alopecia areata. The anti-inflammatory and hair-density claims come from the ingredient's manufacturer and from laboratory work on its plant extracts, in people with androgenetic-type hair loss rather than autoimmune patchy hair loss.

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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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