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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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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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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch PUVA Treatment of Alopecia Areata Partialis, Totalis, and Universalis: Audit of 10 Years' Experience at St John's Institute of Dermatology
PUVA treatment is generally ineffective for alopecia areata.
research PUVA Treatment of Alopecia Areata Totalis and Universalis: A Retrospective Study
PUVA treatment led to significant hair regrowth in over half of the patients with alopecia areata totalis and universalis.
research Combination Therapy with Zinc Gluconate and PUVA for Alopecia Areata Totalis: An Adjunctive but Crucial Role of Zinc Supplementation
Zinc supplementation may be an important part of treating severe hair loss.
research Rapidly Progressive Alopecia Areata Totalis in a COVID-19 Patient, Unresponsive to Tofacitinib
A COVID-19 patient with severe hair loss did not improve with hair loss medication after stopping and restarting it due to the infection.
research The Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Hair Regrowth in Patients with Alopecia Areata Totalis: A Clinical Pilot Study
PRP did not significantly regrow hair in alopecia areata totalis patients.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity How essential is scalp biopsy when dealing with hair loss?
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.
community A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included.
Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.
community Alopecia Areata Question
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 Can I punch someone if they make fun of my hair loss, just like Will Smith did?
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 25F and have been losing my hair for 10 years. Been to doctors, no issues with thyroid or hormones. No history of hair loss in my family. Wtf do I do?
A 25-year-old woman has been losing hair for 10 years despite normal thyroid, hormone levels, and B12 supplementation. She has used Minoxidil with limited success and is considering hair transplants, Propecia, or shaving her head and wearing wigs.