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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research S-1 Induced Discoid Lupus Erythematosus-Like Lesions and Long-Term Complete Response for Para-Aortic Lymph Node Recurrence of Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma: A Case Report
S-1 treatment led to a complete response in pancreatic cancer with manageable side effects.
research Excellent Response to Tofacitinib Treatment in a Patient with Alopecia Universalis
A patient with complete hair loss regrew all her hair using tofacitinib.
research Successful Response to a Combination of Intralesional Methotrexate and Fractional CO2 Laser in Refractory Alopecia Areata: Case Report
A combination of methotrexate injections and CO2 laser treatment led to complete hair regrowth in two patients with hard-to-treat alopecia.
research Risk of Merkel Cell Carcinoma Progression After Treatment Discontinuation in Patients With an Objective Response to Anti-PD-(L)1 Immunotherapy
Longer immunotherapy treatment may improve outcomes for Merkel cell carcinoma patients.
research A Systematic Review of Pulse Steroid Therapy for Alopecia Areata
Pulse steroid therapy for alopecia areata shows a 43% complete response rate but has a high relapse rate, especially in children.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 6 Months in. Stick with it Fin? Or switch to Dut?
A 36-year-old man has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for six months and is considering switching to dutasteride due to concerns about shedding and lack of response. Users suggest continuing with finasteride, trying micro-needling, or cautiously adding dutasteride while monitoring for side effects.
community Rethinking DHT and Hair Loss: Are We Targeting the Wrong Enemy?
Blocking DHT is not a complete solution for hair loss; instead, altering the scalp's response to DHT may be more effective. Topical finasteride and minoxidil are current treatments, but future approaches may involve bioengineering, gene therapy, and inflammation control.
community Complete non responder to everything. Modern Norwood Sisyphus
The user has been using finasteride for four years and topical minoxidil with microneedling for a year but has not seen significant results in slowing hair loss. They are considering trying dutasteride despite concerns about its intensity, and others suggest trying oral minoxidil or combining treatments for better results.
community COMPLETE OVERVIEW of the Treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men
Male androgenetic alopecia is commonly treated with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, both requiring continuous use. Other options include hair restoration surgery, dutasteride, light therapy, and camouflaging agents.
community Complete Guide to Orally Taking Topical Minoxidil
Taking topical minoxidil orally for hair loss treatment, discussing safety, dosing, side effects, and FAQs. Users express concerns about safety and potential heart damage, while others share experiences and results.