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GlossaryAutoimmune Skin Diseases

immune system attacks skin, causing inflammation and abnormalities

Autoimmune Skin Diseases, also known as Autoimmune Dermatological Disorders, are conditions where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own skin cells, leading to inflammation, rashes, blisters, or other skin abnormalities. Examples include psoriasis, vitiligo, and lupus erythematosus. These diseases can cause significant discomfort and may require treatments like immunosuppressive medications to manage symptoms.

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community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

in Research 692 upvotes 4 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 To anyone that is still not seeing results on the big 3…

in Treatment 106 upvotes 2 years ago

User redh0t12 suggests using a derma pen for hair regrowth, as it helped them after using finasteride and minoxidil. Others discuss their experiences with various treatments, including derma rolling, oral and topical minoxidil, and finasteride, with mixed results.

community Lilly to seek first approval of an autoimmune drug for hair loss

in Research/Science 18 upvotes 3 years ago

Eli Lilly's drug baricitinib showed effectiveness in treating alopecia areata, with higher doses resulting in significant hair regrowth compared to placebo. The treatment is not for male pattern baldness.

community fin 0.5 mg everday 6 months update

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 28 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hair thinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.

community How do we only have two treatments to combat hair loss at this point in time?

in Chat 211 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses frustration over the limited and not always effective treatments for hair loss, mainly Minoxidil and Finasteride. The conversation includes mentions of potential new treatments like GT20029, HMI-115, CosmeRNA, KX-826, and microneedling, but also highlights the challenges of funding and prioritizing research in this area.

community I lost the fight against MPB at age 22 despite being on treatments.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 72 upvotes 1 year ago

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 6 Effective Ways To Prevent Hair Loss By Home Remedies

6 years ago

The conversation discusses six home remedies to prevent hair loss: oil massage, aloe vera, onion juice, beetroot, and flaxseed. These methods aim to improve scalp health, promote hair growth, and reduce hair fall.

community Scalp Inflammation is eating my hair!

in Chat 26 upvotes 8 months ago

A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots and hair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.

community Scalp is constantly uncomfortable and irritated with lots of hair loss

in Chat 7 upvotes 8 months ago

The individual has experienced a sore, stiff, and itchy scalp with hair loss for 4.5 years, and has noticed increased thinning and miniaturized hairs, especially at the temples. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo without success and are considering finasteride for treatment.

community Fuck hair loss; acquire beard.

in Shaved/buzzed 938 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's transformation from an accountant to a spartan with a full beard, discussing the potential of DUPA and alopecia areata, as well as treatments like vitamins, topicals, and natural treatments for potential regrowth.

community Anyone else find it funny all of us on here stress about hair loss daily and take pills for it and take time everyday to apply minoxidil or RU meanwhile we all have friends who don’t even think about hairloss rocking their perfect NW0 hairlines and thick hair?

in Chat 259 upvotes 3 years ago

People on a forum are discussing the irony of stressing over hair loss and using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, while others have naturally perfect hair without any effort. They share personal experiences and acknowledge that everyone has insecurities, with some accepting their situation and others finding it frustrating.

community Reducing tension on the back, sides and top of head causes hair growth in MPB sufferers. Studies inside

15 upvotes 7 years ago

Reducing scalp tension can help reverse male pattern baldness (MPB). Firm scalp massages and scalp stretching exercises are beneficial.

community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?

in Treatment 41 upvotes 7 months ago

A user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for several years and is seeking advice. Suggestions include ensuring correct diagnosis, checking for other health issues, considering finasteride, trying topical antiandrogens, and consulting a dermatologist.

community TE turned into Scarring hairloss

in Update 12 upvotes 9 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 Wtf have we been doing for the last 30 years

in Treatment 363 upvotes 21 hours ago

community I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss

in Chat 98 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.

community He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview

in Treatment 107 upvotes 1 month ago

Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.

community CRISPR Is Curing People Right Now. Genetic Hair Loss is Next?

in Technology 107 upvotes 2 months ago

CRISPR shows promise for treating hair loss by targeting specific genes. Current treatments include Minoxidil and finasteride, but CRISPR could offer a more precise solution, though it is still expensive and in early stages.

community Starting Spironolactone, any ladies in here with experience or success?

in Female 56 upvotes 1 year ago

A female user starting Spironolactone treatment for thinning hair, and others sharing their experiences with Minoxidil and oral/sublingual Minoxidil as treatments.

community What other factors than DHT causes hair loss – and what to do about it?

in Treatment 2 years ago

Factors that can cause hair loss other than DHT, such as inflammation and diet, and potential treatments like scalp massages, minoxidil, citrulline, stretches, meditation, iron sulfate/Vitamin C, Vitamin D, protein and Dutasteride.

community so pissed off at the world. hairloss is a nightmare in your early 20's (WARNING, RANT)

in Treatment 153 upvotes 3 years ago

User frustrated with lack of results from finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. Others suggest checking for other health issues, focusing on fitness, and considering alternative treatments.

community UPDATE: The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

in Research/Science 449 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.

community Update: 4 Month progress on Fin/Min plus dermaroller

in Progress Pictures 559 upvotes 11 months ago

A user shared a 4-month update on their hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, a dermaroller, ketoconazole shampoo, multivitamins, and biotin, and received positive reactions and inquiries from others. They also mentioned lifestyle changes such as quitting creatine, alcohol, and smoking, which may have contributed to their success.

community 2 months minoxidill progress and my pyschology went better than my hair

in Progress Pictures 340 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared a 2-month progress picture showing improvement in hair loss using minoxidil, a derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, and oils. They also discussed the psychological aspect of believing in the treatment's effectiveness and mentioned not using finasteride.

community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

in Research/Science 40 upvotes 1 year ago

HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

community Male pattern baldness, and mental health

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 331 upvotes 10 months ago

A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.

community Eliminating scalp itch leads to regrowth (and my RU58841 progress)

in Research/Science 63 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced hair regrowth after eliminating scalp itch with RU58841. Others discussed itch and hair loss connection, and effectiveness of combining RU58841 with 5AR inhibitors.

community Scalp tension and thickness of the galea aponeurotica, inflammation and potential treatment pathways

in Research/Science 2 years ago

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 If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

in Research/Science 46 upvotes 11 months ago

RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

community One+ year 1mg Fin, Ketoconazole, and 3.75 Oral Min. I have DUPA. Switched from Topical to Oral Min.

in Progress Pictures 142 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.