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GlossaryCorticosteroid Therapy (Glucocorticoid Treatment)

use of steroid medications to reduce inflammation and immune response

Corticosteroid therapy, also known as steroid treatment, involves the use of corticosteroid medications to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. These medications can be administered in various forms, such as oral tablets, topical creams, or injections, and are commonly used to treat conditions like asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and certain types of alopecia, such as alopecia areata.

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research Topical and Intralesional Therapies for Alopecia Areata

36 citations, May 2011 in “Dermatologic therapy”

No treatments fully cure or prevent alopecia areata; some help but have side effects or need more research.

research Immunoregulatory Mechanisms and Stress Hormones in Psoriasis (Part 1)

16 citations, May 1998 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Stress hormones like cortisol may trigger psoriasis flare-ups.

research Rosacea-Like Dermatitis Caused by Icotinib Hydrochloride: A Case Report

June 2019 in “International journal of dermatology and venereology”

A man developed skin issues from cancer medication, which improved with specific treatments.

research Dermatological Drugs, Topical Agents, and Cosmetics

2 citations, January 2010 in “Side effects of drugs annual”

Dermatological drugs and cosmetics can cause serious side effects like cancer, allergies, and heart issues.

research Dorsal Skin Reactions of Hairless Dogs to Topical Treatment with Corticosteroids

36 citations, September 1999 in “Toxicologic pathology”

Stronger corticosteroids cause more skin damage in hairless dogs, similar to effects in humans.

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community NootBro Recommendations… How Do We Feel

BroRU-Serious in Research/Science 9 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically a stack including topical Ashwagandha, Copper Peptide, Gotu Kola, Ketoconazole, and PDA. One user found Topical and Sub-Q GHK-CU effective.

community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

TerpsandCaicos in Treatment 41 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

community Pyrilutamide is working but not strong enough, how long should i wait for noticeable results?

miligramccd in Update 3 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses Pyrilutamide's effectiveness for hair loss, needing more time for results. Others suggest waiting 6-12 months and ask about side effects.

community AA and Hirsutism but T levels are normal

CoffeeXBagel in Female 8 upvotes 3 years ago

27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.

community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA

ANDR0GENE in Research/Science 16 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.

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