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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Lichen Planopilaris in Men: A Retrospective Clinicopathologic Study of 19 Patients
Lichen planopilaris in men often involves scalp redness and itching, with some also having hair loss, mucosal lichen planus, or thyroid disease, and treatment improved symptoms in nearly half of the cases.
research A Clinicopathologic Study of Lichen Planopilaris Among Men
Most men with lichen planopilaris had it confirmed by biopsy and often had thyroid issues, sexual dysfunction, or prostate cancer, hinting at a link with hormonal problems.
research Prominent Follicular Mucinosis With Diffuse Scalp Alopecia Resembling Alopecia Areata
A woman's hair loss, resembling an autoimmune condition, improved after treatment, but requires ongoing checks due to potential serious associations.
research Combination of Tacalcitol Ointment and Photodynamic Therapy for the Treatment of Follicular Mucinosis of the Scalp
Using tacalcitol ointment with photodynamic therapy may effectively treat follicular mucinosis with scalp hair loss.
research A Case Series of 46 Patients With Lichen Planopilaris: Demographics, Clinical Evaluation, and Treatment Experience
Most treatments for lichen planopilaris were found to be generally unsatisfactory.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)
HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.
community Anyone else realize how many younger guys are balding?
Many younger men are experiencing hair loss due to genetics, diet, stress, and lifestyle changes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are mentioned, with some users noting improvements.
community Long-Term Dutasteride Frustration
A user is frustrated with long-term hair loss despite using Dutasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include trying oral Minoxidil, micro-needling, and a homemade caffeinated rosemary tonic.
community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.