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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
learn Alopecia Areata
autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
learn Tofacitinib
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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research Patients' Experiences of Primary Healthcare and Dermatology Provision for Alopecia
Alopecia patients in the UK want more empathy and better care from healthcare providers, including more GP training on alopecia and improved care pathways.
research Establishing and Prioritizing Research Questions for the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Hair Loss (Excluding Alopecia Areata): The Hair Loss Priority Setting Partnership
The study identified the top 10 most important areas for future hair loss research.
research BH11 Desperate for Answers: The Need for Information at the Onset of Hair Loss
People with hair loss feel distressed and need better, trustworthy information sources.
research Alopecia Areata: A Multifactorial Autoimmune Condition
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease causing patchy hair loss, often with other autoimmune disorders, but its exact causes are unknown.
research Treatments for Alopecia Areata: A Network Meta-Analysis
The analysis aims to identify the most effective and safest treatments for alopecia areata.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Is it possible for androgenic alopecia to begin at early adolescent years?
Hair loss can begin in early adolescence and cause mental anguish. Treatments mentioned include eating cruciferous vegetables, engaging in physical activity, and maintaining scalp hygiene.
community Finally going to bite the bullet, pic for current UK
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, recommending starting with finasteride and minoxidil, possibly adding dutasteride later. Users suggest using a combination of oral and topical treatments, micro-needling, and nizoral shampoo, while emphasizing realistic expectations and the need for lifelong commitment to treatment.
community 2 Year Update: 24 months of Dutasteride 1mg Daily and 2.5-5mg Oral Minoxidil Daily on Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia
A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 24 months using 1mg daily Dutasteride and 2.5-5mg oral Minoxidil for diffuse unpatterned alopecia. The discussion covers treatment effectiveness, side effects, and comparisons with Finasteride.
community 1 Year Update: 1mg Dutasteride daily and 2.5-5mg oral Minoxidil Daily on Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia
A user shared a 1-year update showing hair regrowth from taking 1mg Dutasteride and 2.5-5mg oral Minoxidil daily for Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia. Some comments praised the results, while others criticized the user's behavior and questioned potential side effects.
community Stop the fear mongering of oral minoxidil its one of the best treatments available in 2020. It does not cause heart lesions or adverse cardiac effects like people claim. I am maintaining with just oral minoxidil with retrograde alopecia and diffuse thinning all over nw3 hairline
Oral minoxidil is considered a safe and effective treatment for hair loss at low dosages, with minimal cardiac risks. Users report positive results, though some experience side effects like increased heart rate and skin changes, and consulting a doctor is advised.