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GlossaryComorbidities

presence of additional medical conditions alongside a primary condition

Comorbidities refer to the presence of one or more additional medical conditions co-occurring with a primary condition. For example, a person with alopecia might also have comorbidities such as diabetes or thyroid disease. These coexisting conditions can complicate diagnosis, treatment, and overall management of the primary condition.

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research Comorbidities in Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

100 citations, July 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

People with alopecia areata often have other health issues like skin diseases, metabolic syndrome, stomach infections, lupus, anemia, thyroid problems, mental health issues, vitamin D deficiency, and hearing and eye problems.

research Comorbidities Associated With Vitiligo: A Ten-Year Retrospective Study

92 citations, January 2013 in “Dermatology”

Vitiligo patients often have other health issues, especially thyroid disorders.

Improving Translational Research in Sex-Specific Effects of Comorbidities and Risk Factors in Ischemic Heart Disease and Cardioprotection: Position Paper and Recommendations of the ESC Working Group on Cellular Biology of the Heart

research Improving Translational Research in Sex-Specific Effects of Comorbidities and Risk Factors in Ischemic Heart Disease and Cardioprotection: Position Paper and Recommendations of the ESC Working Group on Cellular Biology of the Heart

47 citations, May 2020 in “Cardiovascular Research”

The document concludes that future heart disease research should account for sex-specific differences to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes.

research Comorbidities in Patients with Lichen Planopilaris: A Retrospective Case-Control Study

8 citations, July 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Patients with Lichen Planopilaris are more likely to have rosacea and skin cancer but less likely to have congestive heart failure, stroke, and glaucoma.

research Race, Ethnicity, and Comorbidities Are Critical Factors in the Diagnosis of Telogen Effluvium During the COVID-19 Pandemic

7 citations, April 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Hair loss (telogen effluvium) cases rose during the pandemic, especially in Hispanic and non-White groups, and were linked to other health issues and COVID-19.

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community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

in Research/Science 49 upvotes 1 month ago

Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

in Styling 72 upvotes 1 year ago

A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.

community Study of thousands of Fin users over 20 years finds no evidence of Fin induced sexual dysfunction

in Research/Science 370 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a finding that finasteride does not significantly increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, with users sharing mixed personal experiences regarding side effects.

community Study shows further evidence that finasteride and dutasteride take 12-18 months or more to show significant results. Do NOT give up early

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 247 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride in treating hair loss, emphasizing that significant results often take 12-18 months or more. Dutasteride is generally considered superior, with similar or fewer side effects than finasteride, but patience is required for noticeable improvement.

community Goodbye tressless. I’ve decided to give in to my hairloss.

in Update 596 upvotes 1 year ago

Kitchen_Plastic_2847 had been fighting hair loss since 2019-2020 and was initially successful in regrowing his hair with finasteride. However, after contracting Covid three times back to back at the start of 2021, he started to lose his hair again. He found a new dermatologist who prescribed him oral minoxidil along with finasteride, but eventually decided it wasn't worth spending all the money to try and save his hair.

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