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GlossaryCorticosteroids

hormones reducing inflammation and immune response, often prescribed for autoimmune diseases

Corticosteroids are a class of steroid hormones that are produced in the adrenal cortex and are used in medicine to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. They are commonly prescribed for conditions like asthma, arthritis, and autoimmune diseases, and can be administered in various forms, including oral pills, topical creams, and injections.

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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

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research Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Topical Corticosteroid: Double-Blind Randomized Prospective Study in Children

6 citations, February 2003 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

Topical corticosteroid was not more effective than placebo for children's alopecia areata, and atopy did not change treatment results.

research Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Topical Corticosteroid: Prospective Double-Blind Randomized Study in Children

January 2003

Topical corticosteroid treatment showed no significant difference from placebo in treating alopecia areata in children.

research Experimental Models to Investigate the Efficacy and Bioequivalence of Low Dose Topical Corticoids

March 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus and hair loss had fewer hair follicles and non-scarring alopecia; direct immunofluorescence was not helpful in diagnosing lupus in these cases.

research Nanotechnology in Dermatology

60 citations, January 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia”

Nanotechnology in dermatology shows promise for better drug delivery and treatment effectiveness but requires more safety research.

research Advances in Topical Therapy of Skin Diseases

January 1979 in “PubMed”

New treatments for skin diseases in 1979 showed promising results with fewer side effects.

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community Does prednisolone ( oral corticoid) cause hair loss and acne?

in Question 2 upvotes 5 years ago

A user is concerned about hair loss and acne from a one-week course of 70 mg/day oral prednisolone for severe tinnitus. They are asking if these side effects are common.

community [21M] seb derm + probably mbp.

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Minoxidil and finasteride are being considered for hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness. The user is also using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo.

community Is itching related to hair loss?

in Treatment 54 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss, which is sometimes accompanied by itching. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and ketocazole shampoo.

community Scalp Inflammation is eating my hair!

in Chat 26 upvotes 5 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 [SAD UPDATE] 11 Months Topical Finasteride on TrichoSol - Hair got worse - Need Opinions

in Progress Pictures 9 upvotes 6 months ago

A user expressed disappointment that their hair loss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.

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