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    GlossaryDrug-Induced Alopecia (Drug-Related Hair Loss)

    hair loss caused by certain medications

    Drug-Induced Alopecia, also known as Medication-Induced Alopecia, is hair loss that occurs as a side effect of certain medications. This condition can result from drugs that interfere with the normal cycle of hair growth, such as chemotherapy agents, anticoagulants, and some antidepressants. The hair loss can be temporary or permanent, depending on the medication and the individual's response.

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      Telogen Effluvium: A Comprehensive Review

      research Telogen Effluvium: A Comprehensive Review

      214 citations, March 1993 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      Telogen effluvium is a reversible hair loss condition that requires a detailed diagnosis and often resolves on its own.
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      5 citations, October 1984 in “The BMJ”
      Up to 50% of scalp hair can be lost before it appears thin, and treatment is only needed for hair loss caused by diseases or deficiencies.
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      7 citations, May 1978 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Recent hair loss research shows some progress, especially in understanding male pattern baldness, but effective treatments for many types of hair loss are still lacking.

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      community Fighting Hair loss AND Grey Hair

      in Treatment  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is treating hair loss with topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and Ketoconazole. For grey hair, they use L-Cysteine, L-Methionine, and PABA, and have noticed some re-pigmentation.

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      in Chat  25 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning and treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and RU58841. Users share experiences with retrograde alopecia, hair transplants, and stress-related hair loss, while also considering thyroid issues and other potential causes.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.