research Quality of Life in Patients with Connective Tissue Diseases: Results from the Lupus Extended Autoimmune Phenotype (LEAP) Study
Many lupus patients experience hair loss, which is linked to anxiety and other skin issues.
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research Self-Reported Alopecia in an Ethnically Diverse Lupus Cohort
Alopecia is common in lupus patients, causing significant anxiety and is linked to the disease itself.
research Skin
Skin problems are common in Lupus patients and can indicate the disease's severity, requiring specific treatments and lifestyle changes.
research Cutaneous Lupus Concerns from the Patient Perspective: A Qualitative Study
Patients with cutaneous lupus are most concerned about self-consciousness, physical symptoms, and disease progression.
research Resolution of Discoid Lupus Alopecia With Systemic Hydroxychloroquine and Topical Pimecrolimus Combination Therapy
Combining hydroxychloroquine and pimecrolimus can effectively treat hair loss from discoid lupus.
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5 / 13 resultscommunity high bloodpressure and crown thinning in early 20s
A user with kidney disease and high blood pressure experienced hair thinning, especially around the vertex. They are currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil but are considering whether to resume blood pressure medication despite managing symptoms with diet and exercise.
community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?
Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.
community Neck tension, and hair loss, I am 100 percent sure that there is a connection
The user believes neck tension and poor posture contribute to hair loss, noticing improvements with yoga and muscle relaxation. Replies suggest androgenic alopecia as the cause and recommend exercises.
community Second update: almost 3.5 months min microneedling 1.5mm once a week ketoconazole shampoo 4 times a week
A user's hair loss treatment regimen, which includes minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo and microneedling; some participants questioned the results due to previous posts about hair transplants, but others agreed that quick results are possible with certain treatments.
community How do you use rosemary oil and peppermint oil?
Rosemary oil and peppermint oil may promote hair growth and increase cutaneous blood flow, showing promise as treatments for androgenetic alopecia. Minoxidil 2% is also used for treating hair loss.