295 citations
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May 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
This review examines the immunological aspects of alopecia areata, focusing on genetic, neuroimmunological, and immune privilege factors, but does not report new clinical findings.
65 citations
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December 1986 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”
This study concluded that a 26-year-old woman had autosomal dominantly inherited hereditary cortisol insensitivity, leading to increased adrenocortical cortisol and androgen secretion, which caused clinical symptoms unlike in her male relatives.
49 citations
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April 2007 in “Pediatric Dermatology”
This study describes a family with uncombable hair syndrome, suggesting autosomal dominant inheritance, and reports that oral biotin improved hair appearance in two young patients.
Dr. Behnam's stem cell and PRP treatment for hair loss is discussed, with some users skeptical about PRP's effectiveness. Alternatives like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling are suggested.
The user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, experiencing some hair shedding but maintaining hair quality. Suggestions include increasing oral minoxidil dosage, considering a hair transplant, and using dermarolling, while some users recommend stopping treatment altogether.
The user is experiencing hair loss without a family history and suspects stress or telogen effluvium (TE) as the cause, despite using finasteride without results. Others suggest stress, vitamin deficiencies, or other conditions could be factors, and some mention that balding can occur without a family history.
A 20-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and is using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, tretinoin, rosemary oil, and dermarolling in an attempt to manage it. They are concerned about their appearance and future hair loss, seeking advice on additional treatments.
A 21-year-old with a family history of early balding is advised to see a dermatologist to confirm androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and consider treatments like finasteride or dutasteride to prevent further hair loss, and minoxidil, possibly with tretinoin, to regrow hair. Caution is advised with oral minoxidil, and a cardiologist should be consulted before use.