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Glossary Hepatitis B

viral infection affecting the liver, caused by HBV

Hepatitis B is a viral infection caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV) that primarily affects the liver. It can lead to both acute and chronic liver disease, including cirrhosis and liver cancer. The virus is transmitted through contact with infectious body fluids, such as blood, semen, and vaginal secretions. Vaccination is available and highly effective in preventing the infection.

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research Lichen planus and other cutaneous manifestations in chronic hepatitis C: pre- and post-interferon-based treatment prevalence vary in a cohort of patients from low hepatitis C virus endemic area

34 citations , April 2008 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This study reported that while lichen planus was not significantly linked to hepatitis C virus infection, pruritus, dry skin, and hair loss were more common in HCV patients post-interferon treatment.

research Recombinant human hepatitis B vaccine initiating alopecia areata: testing the hypothesis using the C3H/HeJ mouse model

23 citations , January 2009 in “Veterinary Dermatology”

This study found that recombinant hepatitis B vaccine may increase the risk of alopecia areata onset in older predisposed mice but larger trials suggest this effect might lie within normal variation.

research Real-life Data for Tenofovir Alafenamide Fumarate Treatment of Hepatitis B: the Pythagoras Cohort

5 citations , March 2021 in “Hepatitis Monthly”

This study found that tenofovir alafenamide fumarate (TAF) is an effective and safer alternative to tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF) for chronic hepatitis B, with fewer long-term side effects like nephrotoxicity and decreased bone density.

research Hepatitis C virus: host, environmental and viral factors promoting spontaneous clearance

4 citations , September 2020 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences”

This review examines the spontaneous clearance of hepatitis C virus and factors such as IL-28B genetic polymorphism, which have been associated with this outcome, and reports no new clinical results.

research Toxic Hepatitis Induced by Show-Wu-Pian, a Chinese Herbal Preparation

37 citations , January 2010 in “Internal Medicine”

This case report highlights a 53-year-old woman who developed acute hepatitis after taking shou-wu-pian for eight months, suggesting that Chinese herbal preparations can sometimes cause liver damage.

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community If we can clone a sheep why we can't cure baldness till now

in Research/Science 181 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell therapies exist, but a complete cure is hindered by genetic complexity and market dynamics. Cloning hair follicles is considered a potential solution, but it's currently not feasible.

community 2Y 5M on dut, ask me anything

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 130 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced significant hair regrowth using dutasteride without side effects, starting with finasteride and not using minoxidil or dermarolling. They attributed success to a unique genetic response to DHT blockers but did not share their full regimen, frustrating others.

community The homeless crackhead protocol

4487 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation humorously suggests that drug use might be more effective for hair retention than traditional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. It attributes full heads of hair in homeless individuals to lifestyle factors like reduced stress or hormonal changes.

community Will I lose my gains if I stop for one month?

28 upvotes 1 month ago

Stopping oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil for a month due to elevated liver enzymes may lead to losing Minoxidil gains, but Dutasteride gains might remain. Topical alternatives could be considered, and liver health should be prioritized over hair treatment.

community Attention Finasteride / Dutasteride and Your liver

374 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride may cause elevated liver enzymes, potentially leading to liver issues, though this is rare. Users should monitor liver function and consider topical alternatives if liver sensitivity occurs.

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