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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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      research Hirsutism

      September 1976 in “PubMed”
      Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth mainly caused by ovarian hormones, and severe cases may require costly treatment with side effects.
      Nanotechnology in Dermatology

      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 Alopecia Areata in Children

      August 2009 in “Belarusian State Pedagogical University repository (Belarusian State Pedagogical University)”
      Alopecia areata in children is often linked to genetics, autoimmune issues, and stress, and is treated with corticoids or PUVA therapy.

      research Treatment with Antiandrogens in Gynecology

      7 citations , May 1977 in “Deutsche medizinische Wochenschrift/Deutsche Medizinische Wochenschrift”
      Antiandrogen treatments can help with various women's health issues but often require ongoing use.
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      community FOL005 claims it's better than Finasteride and Minoxidil.

      in Technology  186 upvotes 1 year ago
      FOL-005 claims to be more effective than Minoxidil and Finasteride but lacks anti-DHT properties, leading to potential reduced efficacy over time. Concerns are raised about misleading marketing and the safety of alternative treatments like Pyrilutamide and Clascoterone.

      community [21M] seb derm + probably mbp.

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 3 years 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 HT booked, taking finasteride and losing ground?

      in I'm Starting Treatment  1 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss despite taking finasteride and has a hair transplant scheduled. They experience scalp itching and burning, which hasn't been relieved by various treatments, and another user suggests using ghk-cu & ahk-cu serum and Koshine kx-826/pyrilutamide for relief.

      community [SAD UPDATE] 11 Months Topical Finasteride on TrichoSol - Hair got worse - Need Opinions

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 1 year 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.

      community UPDATE - 7 months 2,5 dutatesteride

      in Update  9 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user continues to experience hair loss despite using dutasteride 2.5mg, minoxidil 5mg, and ciclopirox shampoo, and plans to reassess after one year. Others report similar issues with dutasteride, with some switching to finasteride or adding RU58841.
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