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GlossaryCorticosteroids (Corticosteroid medications)

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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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

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research A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne in Adult Female Patients

116 citations, December 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology”

Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.

research Acne Protection: Measures and Miseries

January 2019 in “ARC journal of pharmaceutical sciences”

Acne can be managed with various treatments and requires psychological support due to its emotional impact.

research Common Dermatologic Procedures

9 citations, September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America”

The document explains how to do skin procedures, care after surgery, and when to use certain treatments.

research Modified Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy for Alopecia Totalis

February 2024 in “Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery”

The combined treatment helps improve severe hair loss and reduces the need for other medications.

research Feline Symmetrical Alopecia

January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Cats with Feline Symmetrical Alopecia can regrow hair with proper treatment based on the specific cause, including diet, medication, or stress management.

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community My hair thinning after Accutane and B12 deficiency. Using minoxidil.

Anxious-Author-104 in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced hair thinning after taking Accutane and having a B12 deficiency. They are currently using minoxidil and beclomethasone dipropionate lotion for treatment.

community Pyrilutamide Phase 2 Results Release Date: June 2022

lawrenceowns in Research/Science 107 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Pyrilutamide Phase 2 results are expected in June 2022, with hopes for a better alternative to current treatments.

community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

hairthishairthat in Minoxidil 78 upvotes 11 months ago

A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.

community formula 82D for diffuse androgenic alopecia (DUPA)

Combfromhell in Is this regrowth? 16 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.

community DHT levels after 4 weeks of Fina and 8 weeks of Fina + 4 weeks of Duta

keqq in Update 35 upvotes 5 years ago

The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.

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