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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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vitamin you should probably be taking for general health might also help your hair a little
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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 Autoimmune Skin Disorders
The document concludes that autoimmune skin disorders are treated with corticosteroids and immunosuppressive drugs.
research A Review on Unraveling the Complexity of Autoimmune Skin Disorders: Genetic Influences, Environmental Triggers, and Innovative Management Approaches
Autoimmune skin disorders are caused by genetic and environmental factors and are treated with various medications and preventative strategies.
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 Possible Relationship Between Poor Skin Disorders Prognosis and Serum Zinc Level: A Narrative Review
Low zinc levels might be linked to worse outcomes in various skin disorders.
research Common Dermatologic Disorders in Down Syndrome: Systematic Review
People with Down syndrome have a higher risk of skin disorders and need better screening and treatment.
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community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community I lost the fight against MPB at age 22 despite being on treatments.
The user "ajsr8" shared their story of hair loss despite being on treatments. They started using finasteride in 2019 and later tried topical minoxidil, but it didn't seem to work. They also experienced side effects from other treatments. They are considering cutting off their hair and stopping the medications if there is no improvement in three months. Other users suggested trying different treatments and getting a blood test to check for underlying conditions.
community Why aren't more people talking about dermarolling?
Dermarolling has potential for hair regrowth and is being used alongside minoxidil and a rosemary oil/castor oil mix. Users discuss its effectiveness and the need for more research.
community Scalp tension and thickness of the galea aponeurotica, inflammation and potential treatment pathways
Scalp tension potentially affecting hair loss, and potential treatments for male pattern baldness such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841. Evidence from a study was discussed which suggests that the cause of MPB lies within the follicle itself and is not dependent on its surrounding environment.
community C’est terrible - at my wits end
A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.