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      community scarring alopecia awareness in this community

      in Chat  33 upvotes 2 years ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

      community Dealing with Retrograde Alopecia

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      User on Dut, oral minox 20 mg, Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Oil, RU, 8% topical minox, and topical fina for hair loss; top of head improves, but retrograde alopecia worsens. Asks for options besides exosomes and where to find topical melatonin.

      community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”

      in Chat  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.

      community AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST

      in Chat  75 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.

      community hello

       150 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 12-year-old diagnosed with alopecia shares their experience and current treatments, including Dermovate, an unnamed cream, and liquid iron. The community offers support and encouragement.
      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 3 months ago
      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 My scalp punch biopsy results🤔?

      in Female  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Female using Rogaine foam for hair loss had scalp punch biopsy, diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). Doctor recommended starting Spironolactone 50mg.

      community Seeking Advice: Unusual Hair Loss at 31 Years Old - Any Insights? (M)

      in Chat  15 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 31-year-old man who previously had good results with minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral for hair loss is now experiencing unusual hair loss and side effects from finasteride. Respondents suggest it might be severe retrograde alopecia and recommend exploring other treatment options due to his inability to tolerate finasteride.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  442 upvotes 11 months ago
      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.

      community Binding affinity of pyrilutamide!

      in Update  171 upvotes 2 years ago
      Pyrilutamide, a nonsteroidal antiandrogen drug under development for the potential treatment of androgenic alopecia. The conversation discusses its binding affinity to the androgen receptor and the timeline for possible availability after trials are completed in the United States and China.

      community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

      in Update  10 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Olumiant active ingredient Baricitinib

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about someone inquiring if anyone has tried Olumiant or its active ingredient, Baricitinib, for hair loss, mentioning the cost and that they have ordered Baricitinib.

      community 8mg on oral finasteride. No results?

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.

      community Upcoming treatment ideas in the future

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.

      community Found an interesting little article

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      A new painless microneedle patch shows promise in reversing hair loss. The discussion focuses on potential new treatments beyond common options like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community TE turned into Scarring hairloss

      in Update  12 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.

      community 1 Month Topical Minoxidil Only

      in Progress Pictures  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user plans to use topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a derma stamp for hair loss treatment. They also plan to start using finasteride in the next 2 months. Other users suggest using finasteride and a hair transplant for better results. The user appreciates the feedback and will continue posting progress.

      community Antihistamines stop my hair loss

      in Treatment  24 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user found that antihistamines stop their hair loss and related symptoms, but they experience side effects like sedation and chest pain. They are seeking alternative solutions or topical antihistamines to avoid systemic side effects.

      community Has anyone hear of the drug called Xeljanz?

      in Question  3 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and Xeljanz. The user inquires about Xeljanz and shares a link suggesting it may help with hair loss.