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    Glossary Chronic Hair Loss

    continuous and often progressive loss of hair over time

    Chronic Hair Loss, also known as Persistent Hair Loss or Long-term Hair Loss, refers to the continuous and often progressive loss of hair over an extended period. This condition can be caused by various factors, including genetics (such as androgenetic alopecia), hormonal imbalances, autoimmune disorders (like alopecia areata), nutritional deficiencies, or chronic stress. It is important to identify the underlying cause to determine the appropriate treatment and management strategies.

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      community Low level chronic allergies and hair loss

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.
      Struggling with Chronic Hair Loss Despite Treatments at 20

      community Struggling with Chronic Hair Loss Despite Treatments at 20

      in Basic Questions  180 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 20-year-old male has been experiencing hair loss since age 16 and has tried various treatments including topical minoxidil, topical and oral finasteride, and oral dutasteride with minoxidil, but has not seen significant improvement. He is currently using 1.5mg dutasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil daily, along with derma penning, and is seeking advice on regrowing hair to avoid using hair fibers.

      community Telogen Effluvium/Chronic TE and immune-related hair loss advice

       5 upvotes 8 years ago
      Chronic Telogen Effluvium can be managed by avoiding inflammatory foods, exercising, staying hydrated, and using supplements like krill oil, saw palmetto, or licorice root. Minoxidil is discouraged due to its cost and potential for worsening hair loss, while castor oil is recommended to strengthen hair roots and reduce shedding.

      community 9 years of hair loss process and 27 months of treatment. What's going on?

       40 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss diagnosed as chronic Telogen Effluvium and male pattern baldness, treated with finasteride and minoxidil, later switching to dutasteride due to side effects but with limited success. The user plans to return to finasteride due to side effects from dutasteride, while others suggest maintaining consistent treatment and considering additional options like oral minoxidil and lifestyle changes.

      community The Real Reason For Hair Loss?

      9 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to scalp fibrosis and tension, which result from chronic mechanical stress and androgenic signaling. Treatments include blocking androgens with finasteride, promoting hair growth with topical minoxidil, and improving scalp mobility through exercises.

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