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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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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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research Treatment of Alopecia Totalis, Universalis, and Focalis with Vitamin D and Analogs: Three Case Reports and a Literature Review
Vitamin D might help treat some types of hair loss, but more research is needed.
research Back to the Basics: Response of Alopecia Areata Universalis to Intravenous High-Dose Pulse Corticosteroid Therapy
High-dose corticosteroids can significantly regrow hair in severe alopecia areata.
research The Epidemiology of Hospital-Treated Alopecia Areata in Denmark, 1995–2016
In Denmark from 1995 to 2016, hospital-treated alopecia areata cases increased, mostly affecting women and those over 50.
research Alemtuzumab-Induced Secondary Autoimmune Skin Disorders as Side Effects of Multiple Sclerosis Therapy: Problem That Can Be Influenced or Fate? A Narrative Overview of the Literature and a Neuroprotective Role of Vitamin D
Taking vitamin D might improve life for MS patients and reduce skin side effects from alemtuzumab treatment.
research Nail Involvement in Alopecia Areata: A Questionnaire-Based Survey on Clinical Signs, Impact on Quality of Life, and Review of the Literature
Most people with alopecia areata have nail changes, which are common but don't greatly affect their quality of life.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 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 The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.
community mbp alopecia areata or vitamin deficiency
A 19-year-old male has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 8 months with no progress and is considering seeking a second opinion due to potential misdiagnosis. The discussion revolves around whether the hair loss is due to male pattern baldness, alopecia areata, or a vitamin deficiency.
community Androgenic alopecia exclusively on the vertex of the scalp
A user experienced androgenic alopecia starting at the vertex without frontal hairline recession and is seeking information on this pattern. Another user noted that vertex or diffuse hair loss is common among men.
community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution
A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.