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tool measuring psoriasis severity and affected body area

The Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) is a tool used by healthcare professionals to measure the severity and extent of psoriasis, a chronic skin condition. It combines the assessment of the redness, thickness, and scaling of the skin lesions with the percentage of body surface area affected, providing a score that helps guide treatment decisions and monitor disease progression.

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community My Theory Regarding a Cause and Cure for Androgenetic Alopecia

lemsmurph in Treatment 97 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss theory suggests imbalance between Vitamin D Receptor (VDR) and Androgen Receptor (AR) activation. Proposed treatment includes upregulating VDR, downregulating AR, and improving mitochondrial health.

community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

nkrata in Research 830 upvotes 6 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 What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

Unhappy_Arm_5634 in Minoxidil 173 upvotes 3 months ago

Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

community losing this much hair everyday 6mo dutasteride (excluding shower)!

heyehehd in Finasteride/Dutasteride 92 upvotes 2 years ago

User experiencing hair loss on dutasteride; others suggest shedding is normal and to track progress with pictures. Some mention using RU58841 for improvement.

community Finally Scalp Folliculitis-Free after 2 Decades of Suffering

jhammo8 in Treatment 61 upvotes 3 months ago

A 37-year-old male resolved scalp folliculitis by adopting a low-histamine diet and taking Vitamin A, Zinc, and Fish Oil, leading to better skin health and thicker hair. He warns about the potential toxicity of excessive Vitamin A intake.

community DUPA/Retrograde might not be DHT based...GET A BIOPSY QUICK or permanent Hair Loss!

noeyys in Research/Science 34 upvotes 2 days ago

DUPA and retrograde alopecia may not be solely DHT-based, and a biopsy is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, oral minoxidil, pioglitazone, clobetasol, calcipotriol, ketoconazole, and doxycycline, depending on the specific condition.

community 25 months. Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL, fixing vitamin D levels

manlycoffee in Progress Pictures 2240 upvotes 3 years ago

User "manlycoffee" shares 25-month progress using Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL, and fixing vitamin D levels for hair loss. Users discuss sources, experiences, and side effects of treatments.

community What an amazing time to be alive

PoopIsLuuube in Finasteride/Dutasteride 185 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hair loss solution.

community Trichotest results in… min not on my list! Just Fin/Dut, Zinc… and the insanely expensive latanoprost & prostaquinon.

NorwoodVII in Technology 22 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss discussion includes treatments like hinoki tree oil and procyanidin b2. Experiences and effectiveness of these treatments are shared.

community Keto 2% halted my insane shed immediately

GibFreeStuffPlz in Ketoconazole 56 upvotes 10 months ago

Ketoconazole 2% shampoo stopped a user's severe hair shedding after just two uses, a result not achieved by finasteride or oral minoxidil. Some users suggest the shampoo's anti-androgenic properties may help with hair loss, while others think the shedding might have stopped naturally or due to the end of a shedding phase.

community What are some other causes of hair loss?

Throwmeaway0331 in Chat 8 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss causes beyond male pattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hair loss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.

community 8mg on oral finasteride. No results?

J1xt3 in Progress Pictures 7 upvotes 1 year 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 I was a non-responder to Minoxidil before my esophagus surgery

otherwiseofficial in Research/Science 38 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced improved hair density after switching from 5mg to 2.5mg oral Minoxidil post-esophagus surgery, suggesting a possible link between gut health and hair growth. They theorize that long-term medication may have blocked nutrient intake, affecting hair regrowth.

community I tried salt water to stop the DHT itch

LingonberryGood7858 in Treatment 60 upvotes 2 years ago

Treating the itch associated with male pattern baldness, which is believed to be caused by DHT. Potential treatments discussed include salt water, finasteride, ketoconazole, and RU58841.

community Just found out I am Vitamin D deficient

throwawayyougetme in Treatment 58 upvotes 3 years ago

A user found out they are vitamin D deficient and was prescribed high-dose vitamin D supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combined vitamin D supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.

community Progress: From June 2022 (7 months of min + fin) to now (1 year) — I’ve lost so much density in this period and I have no idea why. I was getting pretty good resultup until that point. Is there anything else I can try? I’ve tried min, fin, tretinoin, micro needling, and castor oil. I feel hopeless.

Throwaway_inator in Progress Pictures 11 upvotes 2 years ago

The user lost hair density after 7 months of using minoxidil and finasteride and is seeking advice on other treatments after trying tretinoin, microneedling, and castor oil. Suggestions include checking for scalp conditions like eczema or psoriasis, changing minoxidil brands, and questioning hair dryer use and finasteride dosage.

community Few questions about my futur treatment

Livid-Drawing-7485 in Treatment 3 upvotes 10 months ago

The user, who experienced hair loss at the temples due to psoriasis at 17, is now 21 and considering treatment options. They are inquiring about using minoxidil once a day, whether non-AGA hair loss will persist after stopping minoxidil, and if alternative remedies like Detumescence therapy, rosemary and peppermint oils, and microneedling could be sufficient.

community I’ve been on dutesteride and oral minoxidil for two years now and I’ve only lost ground… 25m What should I do?

flummoxed_pegasus in Treatment 33 upvotes 10 months ago

A user on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for two years has experienced worsening hair loss and an itchy scalp. Suggestions include increasing medication doses, trying other treatments like RU58841, getting a scalp biopsy, and addressing potential inflammation through diet and topical treatments.

community Started Oral Min, hope to recover a full Norwood 0

SamGeb in Chat 17 upvotes 1 year ago

A user started taking oral minoxidil (2.5 mg daily) along with topical minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and various supplements to improve hair growth and overall health. They are also focusing on weight loss, exercise, and better lifestyle habits.

community Fin isn’t working anymore after 3 years, afraid to switch to dut?

LowSky8897 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 27 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride stopped working for a user after 3 years, and they are considering switching to dutasteride. Other users suggest trying dutasteride, with some sharing positive experiences and additional treatments like minoxidil and RU58841.

community Whats this thing on my scalp I tried killing it for over a year with salicylic acid and freeze off but it doesn’t help. Could this thing affect my follicles ? My hairloss started when this thing grew and minoxidil and fin haven’t been doing anything any other treatments?

Wheylifts in Minoxidil 32 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's scalp issue that may be causing their hair loss and potential treatments, such as salicylic acid, finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and visiting a dermatologist.

community Alpicort E: Diffuse thinning/MPB medication, Can't find much info on it?

Intelligent-Walrus41 in Treatment 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A user was prescribed Alpicort E, which contains Estradiol Benzoate, Prednisone, and Salicylic Acid, for hair loss and is seeking others' experiences due to concerns about potential side effects.

community My four months regrowth journey

Substantial_One_1326 in Progress Pictures 23 upvotes 6 months ago

User shared their four-month hair regrowth journey using minoxidil twice daily and low-dose finasteride. They reported noticeable improvement, mild scalp itchiness, and advised caution with hair bleaching.

community 18 month since starting treatment. Minoxidil 5% twice a day and Finasteride 1 mg everyday.

Dry-Operation-107 in Progress Pictures 737 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about an 18-month hair loss treatment with Minoxidil 5% used twice daily and Finasteride 1 mg taken every day, showing significant progress. Participants discuss the form of Minoxidil used, side effects like dandruff, the time taken to see results, and encouragement from the visible improvement.

community How much does diet affect hair loss?

Several_Enthusiasm95 in Chat 45 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation suggests that changing diet and lifestyle has little to no effect on male pattern baldness (MPB), which is largely determined by genetics. Some individuals noted personal improvements in hair condition with healthier diets, but the consensus is that diet alone cannot prevent or reverse MPB.

community Keeping ru58841 hair gains with only finasteride

eni_m3ta in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 1 year ago

A user started using RU58841 before finasteride for hair loss and is now considering stopping RU58841 while continuing finasteride. They are asking if others have maintained hair gains from RU58841 after stopping it, but one response suggests it's risky to stop RU58841 if they want to keep their hair gains.

community Almost 1 year dut + 3 month minoxidil

yayikaryan in Progress Pictures 837 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about a user's progress with hair loss. The user used dutasteride (DUT) for 9 months and then added minoxidil for 3 months. They experienced significant improvements in hair growth and stopped their hair loss.