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    GlossaryImmunodeficiency

    condition where the immune system can't effectively fight infections

    Immunodeficiency, also known as immune deficiency, refers to a state where the immune system's ability to fight infectious diseases and cancer is compromised or entirely absent. This can be due to genetic conditions (primary immunodeficiency) or external factors such as infections, malnutrition, or medical treatments like chemotherapy (secondary immunodeficiency).

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      JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases

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      vitamin you should probably be taking for general health might also help your hair a little

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      a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions

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      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  443 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community dutasteride 9 months, nonstop hair loss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      Experiencing continual nonstop hair loss despite using dutasteride for 9 months, and the possible causes behind it being discussed such as nutritional deficiencies, elevated cortisol, vitamin D deficiency or other problems. Other solutions such as minoxidil and finasteride have been suggested.

      community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

      in Update  10 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Just popped my first fin, excited as hell!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  154 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their excitement about starting finasteride for hair loss after trying various ineffective methods. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, including shedding phases and side effects, with one mentioning using topical finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Can low level of vitamins cause hair loss?

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about whether low vitamin levels can cause hair loss. The consensus is that the user's vitamin levels are normal and unlikely to affect hair loss or the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil treatments.