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research Maintenance effect of a once-weekly regimen of a Selenium Disulfide-based shampoo in moderate-to-severe scalp seborrheic dermatitis after initial treatment with topical corticosteroid/salicylic acid

7 citations , March 2023 in “European Journal of Dermatology”

Using Selenium Disulfide shampoo weekly helps prevent scalp dermatitis flare-ups.

research Psoriasis treatment in difficult locations: scalp, nails, and intertriginous areas

104 citations , August 2008 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

This review discusses current treatment challenges and strategies for managing psoriasis in the scalp, nails, and intertriginous areas, emphasizing the need for effective and well-tolerated long-term options, but reports no new clinical results.

research Corticosteroids in the Treatment of Alopecia Totalis

28 citations , October 1978 in “Archives of dermatology”

This study found that combined topical, intralesional, and oral corticosteroids led to significant hair regrowth in some patients with alopecia totalis or universalis, allowing eventual cessation of oral corticosteroids in several cases.

research Bimatoprost versus Mometasone Furoate in the Treatment of Scalp Alopecia Areata: A Pilot Study

36 citations , January 2015 in “Dermatology”

In this study, bimatoprost solution showed better results than corticosteroid in terms of rapidity, percentage of hair regrowth, and side effects for treating scalp alopecia areata.

research Shampoo in the treatment of scalp psoriasis

January 2012 in “Human health handbooks”

This review discusses various topical treatments for scalp psoriasis, noting the preference for shampoos among patients, but highlights that no single treatment consistently excels across all clinical situations.

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community Diffuse hair shedding + recurrent scalp burning/inflammation — looking for similar experiences

1 month ago

The user experienced scalp burning and diffuse hair shedding after surgery, with symptoms worsening due to factors like weather changes and stress. They tried minoxidil and finasteride but stopped due to side effects, and found some relief with corticosteroid scalp treatments while correcting vitamin deficiencies.

community Only 1.5 months into treatment - is this normal or too fast?

in Progress Pictures 16 upvotes 8 months ago

A 21-year-old started treatment for androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, anti-dandruff shampoo, and a corticosteroid solution. After 1.5 months, they noticed increased hair density and are considering switching to oral minoxidil due to scalp issues.

community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis

in Research/Science 76 upvotes 2 years ago

The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.

community After Years of Treatment, I'm Shaving my Head and Giving Up

in Shaved/buzzed 118 upvotes 1 year ago

After years of using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without success, the individual decided to shave their head and stop treatment. They considered scalp micropigmentation and hair systems but ultimately accepted their hair loss.

community Putting antihistamine cream on scalp to fight inflammation and itchy scalp?

2 upvotes 3 years ago

Topical antihistamine creams, like diphenhydramine, are being considered for scalp inflammation and itchiness as an adjunct to standard hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. The user is cautious about oral antihistamines due to potential side effects and is exploring topical options.

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learn Fluocinolone

Is Fluocinolone a treatment for hair loss itself or just for calming scalp irritation? Fluocinolone acetonide is a prescription corticosteroid approved for inflammatory skin conditions, not for hair loss; no published human trial has measured hair regrowth with it, so at most it may help indirectly by calming an inflamed scalp.
What type of hair loss is Fluocinolone recommended for, and how does it help inflamed scalps? Fluocinolone is a prescription topical corticosteroid used for inflammatory scalp conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis and scarring alopecias. It calms inflammation rather than growing hair, it is not a treatment for pattern hair loss, and its labelling warns against prolonged use.
What precautions should I take when using Fluocinolone alongside other hair treatments? No verifiable controlled trial tests topical fluocinolone together with minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo or scalp oils; clinics commonly advise spacing the products apart and clearing any new combination with the prescriber, because a corticosteroid-thinned scalp barrier is more easily irritated.

learn Hydrocortisone

a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects

Can hydrocortisone be used together with other treatments like minoxidil or steroid injections? Clinicians do use a mild steroid cream to settle the scalp irritation minoxidil can cause, but no verified trial tests hydrocortisone added to minoxidil or to corticosteroid injections, and prolonged scalp use risks skin thinning — combining it is a decision to take with a prescriber.
Is hydrocortisone effective for stopping inflammation that blocks hair growth? Sources describe hydrocortisone as a short-course treatment for scalp inflammation such as seborrhoeic dermatitis or eczema, and no verified trial tests it as a hair-regrowth treatment; the corticosteroids used for alopecia areata are the potent prescription ones, and prolonged use of any topical steroid on the scalp risks skin thinning.

learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

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learn Ketoconazole

antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

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