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Glossary Disease Duration

length of time a person has had a disease

Disease Duration refers to the length of time a person has been affected by a particular disease, from the initial onset of symptoms to either recovery or the current point in time. This term is important for both patients and healthcare professionals as it can influence treatment decisions, prognosis, and the understanding of disease progression.

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research Investigation of oxidative stress in patients with alopecia areata and its relationship with disease severity, duration, recurrence and pattern

35 citations , December 2014 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”

This study found that patients with alopecia areata had reduced erythrocyte SOD and GSH-Px activities and elevated plasma MDA levels, suggesting a potential role of oxidative stress in the disease's pathogenesis.

Evaluation of the Relationship Between Serum G Protein-Coupled Estrogen Receptors (GPER-1) Levels and the Severity and Duration of the Disease in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case-Control Study

research Evaluation of the relationship between serum G protein-coupled estrogen receptors (GPER-1) levels and the severity and duration of the disease in patients with androgenetic alopecia: A case-control study

October 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

The study found that patients with androgenetic alopecia had higher serum GPER-1 levels, which were associated with disease severity and duration, indicating a potential estrogen-independent role of GPER-1 in the condition's pathogenesis.

research Prevalence and severity of cutaneous manifestations in patients of CRF on hemodialysis in relation to duration of replacement therapy

August 2021 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatologists”

This study found that cutaneous manifestations in patients undergoing hemodialysis are common and often worsen with longer treatment duration.

research The effect of oral cyclosporine in the treatment of severe alopecia areata

33 citations , October 2013 in “Cutaneous and ocular toxicology”

This article discusses the autoimmune pathogenesis of alopecia areata and reviews the use of immunosuppressive therapies in its treatment, but it does not provide new clinical results.

research Factors Affecting the Psychosocial Distress of Patients with Alopecia Areata: A Nationwide Study in Korea

8 citations , October 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study observed that alopecia areata patients experience significant psychosocial issues, with a high prevalence of anxiety, depression, and impaired quality of life across symptoms, functioning, and emotions.

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community Fresh off the press: Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility

in Research/Science 643 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility by reducing semen volume and motility, with concerns about irreversible prostate fibrosis. Users consider switching to finasteride or using treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, weighing hair preservation against fertility.

community Having androgen receptor density and sensitivity at wrong f*ing place

in Satire 7 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.

community Heads Up on Future Study: "Influence of Creatine Monohydrate Supplementation on Androgens and Global Hair Assessments"

22 upvotes 6 years ago

Creatine supplementation may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss. A study is examining this effect, with participants taking 5 grams of creatine daily for six months.

community A warning to anyone considering 3rd party sourcing PP405 or its analogs

30 upvotes 5 months ago

Be cautious when sourcing PP405 or its analogs from third-party suppliers due to potential safety risks and lack of regulatory approval. The conversation highlights concerns about counterfeit products and the absence of reliable testing, making it risky to use such treatments.

community Finasteride and Creatine Questions

7 upvotes 3 years ago

OP started using finasteride and minoxidil and experienced increased hair shedding, which is normal. Creatine is unlikely to affect hair loss treatment results, and users generally agree it is safe to use alongside finasteride.

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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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