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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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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement
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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 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 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 Tofacitinib in a Recalcitrant Case of Alopecia Areata
Tofacitinib effectively treated severe alopecia areata in a 14-year-old girl.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity My Hairline journey. The first photo taken is the day I took the pill. No date specific just know I’ve been on finasteride 22 months. 2 years November 14th. ASK ANYTHING. Oh yeah started minoxidil a year later. Once every day or every other day super inconsistent and never really use 1ml, maybe half
. Fin from Inhouse
This user has been taking finasteride for 22 months and minoxidil for 1 year to reduce hair loss, with apparent success; they have also avoided tight cornrow hairstyles to further protect their hairline.
community I’ve been on Oral min and Dutasteride for 6 months.
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.
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
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?
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.