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Glossary Urticaria

skin condition with red, itchy welts, often called hives

Urticaria, commonly known as hives, is a skin condition characterized by red, itchy welts that can vary in size and appear anywhere on the body. These welts are often caused by an allergic reaction, but can also result from stress, infections, or other triggers. The condition is typically acute, lasting less than six weeks, but can become chronic if it persists longer.

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community Dear Dut users,have you noticed any metabolic changes with use of the drug?

6 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride users have mixed results in hair loss treatment, with some experiencing improvements and others worsening. Some report metabolic changes like weight gain or diabetes, while others have no significant side effects.

community Hives/Rash from Kx 826 Pyrilutamide???

1 upvotes 1 year ago

OP developed hives after using Kx 826 (Pyrilutamide) 1% twice daily for 3 weeks. The hives appeared on the arms, chest, and groin area.

community PG causing irritation when applying RU

in Research/Science 3 years ago

The user is experiencing irritation from using PG with RU58841 and is seeking alternative solutions like K&B in the UK. They report redness, itchiness, and flaky skin from the current treatment.

community Thoughts on topical cetirizine for AGA?

3 upvotes 6 months ago

Topical 1% cetirizine is more effective for hair growth than 10 mg oral cetirizine. It can be ordered online from specific hair loss companies.

community Cetirizine (Zyrtec), to help with inflammation.

3 upvotes 2 years ago

The user experiences an itchy scalp and finds relief using shampoo and Zyrtec, which helps with inflammation. They are unsure if the issue is related to histamines or seborrheic dermatitis.

community DHT Itch flareups and information

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 1 month ago

DHT itch often occurs in cycles or flare-ups, particularly around the temples and crown. Treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil can reduce or eliminate the itch.

community Red and ichy pimples/rash from applying topical minoxidil

2 upvotes 7 months ago

The user experienced red pimples and a rash from using topical minoxidil, possibly due to propylene glycol. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, switching to foam without propylene glycol, using Nizoral, and adjusting application timing.

community RU and cetosomal minoxidil topical

1 upvotes 7 months ago

Mixing RU58841 with cetosomal minoxidil is discussed due to scalp irritation from ethanol PG vehicles. A mixture of the two turned bright pink when left to dry.

community An arthritis drug that can be used for Alopecia.

5 upvotes 4 years ago

An arthritis drug, baricitinib, is discussed as a potential treatment for autoimmune alopecia, not androgenetic alopecia. Ritlecitinib is also mentioned as a possible treatment for scarring alopecia.

community 2.5 mg/ED dut and 1% pyrilutamide, still getting itch?

1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user switched from finasteride to 2.5 mg dutasteride daily and added 1% pyrilutamide to address persistent scalp itch, but the itch remains. They also use 2% ketoconazole and 2.5% selenium sulfide shampoo for temporary relief.

community Head feels way more inflamed when scalp is oily

4 upvotes 4 years ago

The user experiences scalp inflammation, especially when oily, despite using treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, and nizoral. They recently started cetirizine and are considering benzoyl peroxide wash for relief.

community topical cetirizine to control scalp inflammation

4 upvotes 4 years ago

The user applies a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone to address scalp inflammation and is considering adding cetirizine to the mix. They are calculating the correct amount of cetirizine to add to their formula and have paused this approach to retry oral minoxidil.

community Allergic to minoxidil

3 upvotes 6 years ago

The user is allergic to minoxidil and experienced severe itching and redness. They are considering alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment.

community I think Ru58841 stopped my itching.

in Chat 4 upvotes 1 year ago

RU58841 stopped scalp itching for the user, providing relief from persistent itchiness associated with hair loss. Some users reported side effects like chest pain, while others found relief with different treatments like mometasone.

community How long after starting RU58841 did you notice itching subside?

in Research/Science 3 upvotes 5 months ago

RU58841 helped reduce scalp itching for some users within a week, while others experienced immediate relief. Some users reported initial irritation from the solution, possibly due to the carrier used.

community Water retention from topical minoxidil

4 upvotes 4 years ago

Topical minoxidil can cause water retention, making the face appear swollen. Switching from liquid to foam and reducing application frequency may help; using dandelion root extract as a diuretic is also suggested.

community Experiences with Eucapil? Itching scalp

5 upvotes 3 years ago

User discusses Eucapil for hair loss treatment and asks if it helps with itchy scalp. People share their experiences and results, including maintenance or slight improvement.

community can someone help me identify these pls

in Treatment 9 months ago

The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.

community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

in Chat 115 upvotes 1 year ago

The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

community AH-001 another topical AR degrader beside GT20029, completed Phase I

8 upvotes 10 months ago

AH-001 is a new topical treatment designed to degrade androgen receptors, targeting the root cause of androgenetic alopecia without the side effects of oral treatments like finasteride. It has shown a strong safety profile and good local tolerability in early trials.

community Injured temple with derma rolling

in Microneedling 2 upvotes 1 year ago

OP injured their temple using derma rolling and tretinoin, causing peeling and potential hair follicle damage. Users suggest the injury might be permanent, possibly resulting in scar tissue where hair won't grow.

community Is anyone else allergic to Minoxidil

4 upvotes 2 years ago

A user experienced a painful rash from both liquid and foam minoxidil, suggesting an allergy to minoxidil itself. They are seeking others with similar experiences.

community Anyone here actually do topical cetirizine?

4 upvotes 9 years ago

The conversation discusses using topical cetirizine for hair loss and questions its effectiveness and preparation. A user expresses interest in trying it if it can be dissolved in minoxidil.

community Latanoprost shed - anyone have experience?

4 upvotes 5 years ago

The user started using topical latanoprost and dutasteride, experiencing significant hair shedding and scalp itchiness, possibly due to an allergic reaction. They are considering stopping the treatment if the shedding is linked to an allergy.

community DIY Cetirizin topical 1% with micro needling

2 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation is about using a DIY topical Cetirizine 1% solution with microneedling for hair loss treatment. Concerns were raised about potential side effects and the effectiveness of Cetirizine for this purpose.

community RU58841 - Need a reliable source that's not $30 a month!

4 upvotes 1 month ago

RU58841 is used to eliminate scalp itch. Users discuss difficulty finding reliable and affordable sources.

community Quercetin got rid of my scalp soreness

4 upvotes 1 year ago

Quercetin reduced scalp soreness and may help with histamine-related hair loss. The soreness felt like inflamed follicles beneath the scalp surface.

community Hydrocortisone helps with itch

4 upvotes 9 years ago

Hydrocortisone helps relieve scalp itchiness, possibly caused by minoxidil. Users discuss its effectiveness for managing this side effect.

community RU58841 - Side Effects - Day 4: Chest Pain & Tightness, Bloodshot Eyes and some sort of inflammation/irritation on my throat.

8 upvotes 5 years ago

RU58841 caused chest tightness, throat irritation, and headaches, leading the user to stop its use. The user plans to restart with a lower dose if symptoms fully disappear but remains cautious due to anxiety and side effects.

community 2.5mg Dutasteride users did your itchy scalp disappeared?

10 upvotes 6 months ago

High-dose Dutasteride slightly reduces scalp itch, but adding RU58841 eliminates it completely. Some users report reduced itchiness and oiliness with Dutasteride, while others find topical anti-androgens more effective.