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    GlossaryMinocycline (Minocycline hydrochloride)

    antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections and inflammation

    Minocycline is an antibiotic that belongs to the tetracycline class, commonly used to treat bacterial infections such as acne and respiratory infections. It has anti-inflammatory properties, which can be beneficial in treating certain skin conditions and has been explored for its potential in managing autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.

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      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 6 months ago
      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 The Truth About DUPA and Retrograde: My Research Summary

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the importance of scalp biopsies for diagnosing hair loss conditions like DUPA and Retrograde, which may not be just AGA. It emphasizes that treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not work if the condition is autoimmune.

      community TE turned into Scarring hairloss

      in Update  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.