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GlossaryBexarotene

medication used to treat certain types of skin cancer

Bexarotene is a medication primarily used to treat cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, a type of skin cancer. It works by activating retinoid X receptors, which help regulate cell growth and differentiation. While it is not specifically used for hair loss or alopecia, its effects on cell growth have been studied in various contexts, including dermatological conditions.

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research The Spectrum of Hair Loss in Patients with Mycosis Fungoides and Sézary Syndrome

39 citations , October 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Some patients with mycosis fungoides or Sézary syndrome experience hair loss, which may be similar to alopecia areata or linked to skin lesions, possibly due to abnormal T cells, and bexarotene can help treat it.

research Topical and Intralesional Therapies for Alopecia Areata

36 citations , May 2011 in “Dermatologic therapy”

No treatments fully cure or prevent alopecia areata; some help but have side effects or need more research.

research Results of Stage I in a Phase II Randomized Bilateral Comparison of Bexarotene 1% Topical Gel in Alopecia Areata

March 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Bexarotene 1% topical gel helped some patients with alopecia areata regrow hair.

research Review of Treatment for Alopecia Totalis and Alopecia Universalis

44 citations , April 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

No treatment is completely effective for alopecia totalis and alopecia universalis.

research Current Management Strategies for Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma

39 citations , May 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

The document concludes that treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma should be customized to each patient's disease stage, balancing benefits and side effects, with no cure but many patients living long lives.

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community Effective Essential oils (And question about adding them to shampoo)

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Essential oils like lavender, peppermint, and rosemary may help with hair growth, similar to Minoxidil. Turmeric with piperin might be as effective as Finasteride without side effects.