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research The gut microbiome and Alopecia areata: Implications for early diagnostic biomarkers and novel therapies

5 citations , September 2022 in “Frontiers in Nutrition”

This review discusses the potential influence of gut microbiota on alopecia areata and suggests fecal microbial transplantation as a possible therapeutic approach but reports no new results.

research LncRNA NEAT1 and miRNA 101 as potential diagnostic biomarkers in patients with alopecia areata

4 citations , August 2024 in “Non-coding RNA Research”

research Decoding Gut Microbiome Dysbiosis as a Non-Invasive Diagnostic Biomarker for Alopecia Areata

December 2025 in “Cosmetics”

This research identified unique gut microbiota patterns in alopecia areata patients, with potential as diagnostic biomarkers and suggesting avenues for microbiota-focused therapies.

research From skin aging biomarkers to precision esthetic longevity: a translational diagnostic framework

August 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine”

This article argues that esthetic dermatology could benefit from a more biologically informed approach through the integration of advanced biomarkers and imaging technologies, but cautions that many tools are not yet fully validated for clinical use.

research Identifying effective immune biomarkers in alopecia areata diagnosis based on machine learning methods

3 citations , January 2025 in “BMC Medical Informatics and Decision Making”

This study suggests that novel diagnostic, preventive, and treatment approaches for autoimmune diseases like alopecia areata may be developed by identifying hub genes, and highlights the usefulness of machine learning and bioinformatics in finding new disease biomarkers.

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community Dutasteride thins eyebrows and facial hair but doesn't stop scalp loss.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 37 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride may not effectively stop scalp hair loss and can cause thinning of facial and body hair, including eyebrows. Users suggest considering other causes like autoimmune conditions or vitamin deficiencies and exploring treatments like finasteride or minoxidil.

community 5 months topical spiro + minox + micro

6 upvotes 1 year ago

A 35-year-old male uses topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and microneedling for hair loss, with spironolactone prescribed based on a DNA test indicating poor response to finasteride and dutasteride. Despite concerns about the test's validity and spironolactone's side effects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.

community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

in Research/Science 111 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

community Topical Dutasteride (Switching from Oral) Proven results

23 upvotes 5 years ago

Switching from oral to topical dutasteride may reduce side effects like anxiety and depression while maintaining hair health. Combining it with minoxidil, Nizoral, and dermarolling could be effective for hair preservation.

community Sexual Dysfunction in Those with Androgenetic Alopecia on Dutasteride Versus Finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 113 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride and finasteride have similar risks of sexual dysfunction for treating androgenetic alopecia. Users experience varying side effects, indicating individual differences in drug reactions.

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learn Baricitinib

Baricitinib: Can I use it even if I don’t have a medical diagnosis but I have patchy hair loss? Baricitinib is approved only for adults with a diagnosis of severe alopecia areata and carries an FDA boxed warning. Patchy hair loss has many causes, so doctors confirm the diagnosis before prescribing it.

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