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research Hepatitis C Treatment and Alopecia Totalis

8 citations , December 2013 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings”

This case report detailed alopecia universalis developing shortly after hepatitis C treatment with peg-interferon, ribavirin, and telaprevir, suggesting potential immune-related links between interferon treatment and alopecia areata.

Lichen Planus and Other Cutaneous Manifestations in Chronic Hepatitis C: Pre- and Post-Interferon-Based Treatment Prevalence in a Cohort from a Low Hepatitis C Virus Endemic Area

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.

Irreversible Alopecia Universalis During Treatment With Pegylated Interferon-Ribavirin for Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection: Case Report and Literature Review

research Irreversible alopecia universalis during treatment with pegylated interferon-ribavirin for chronic hepatitis C virus infection: Case report and published work review

9 citations , November 2012 in “Hepatology Research”

This case study reports the first instance of irreversible alopecia universalis occurring during pegylated interferon-ribavirin therapy in a man with hepatitis C infection, without evidence of immunological or thyroid disorders.

research High dose interferon treatment in chronic hepatitis C.

36 citations , January 1993 in “Gut”

In this study, a high daily dose of interferon alfa-2b administered initially six times a week for two weeks followed by thrice weekly for 12 weeks was most effective in sustaining normal ALT values in patients.

research Acute hepatitis after treatment for hair loss with oral green tea extracts (Camellia Sinensis).

19 citations , September 2009 in “PubMed”

This case report highlights a patient who developed acute hepatitis after consuming an oral green tea derivative for hair loss, with recovery following the cessation of the product.

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

in Research/Science 181 upvotes 11 months 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 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 3 weeks 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 We should actually be hopeful for these recent new developments

112 upvotes 1 year ago

AI advancements, like AlphaFold, are speeding up drug discovery for hair loss, promising more effective treatments. Current options like minoxidil and finasteride have limitations, but new developments could improve solutions in 5-10 years.

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.

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