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      research Immune‐Mediated Disorders in Patients With Alopecia Areata: Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

      7 citations , July 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      This meta-analysis found that patients with alopecia areata have significantly higher odds of also having immune-mediated diseases such as atopic dermatitis, autoimmune thyroiditis, inflammatory bowel disease, systemic lupus erythematosus, and vitiligo, suggesting a need for comprehensive screening and interdisciplinary management.

      research Feline immune-mediated skin disorders: Part 2

      1 citations , April 2025 in “Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery”
      In this review, the authors discussed the clinical presentations and management of feline immune-mediated skin diseases such as erythema multiforme and Stevens-Johnson syndrome, noting that although these conditions are rare, they can severely affect cats' quality of life.

      research Feline immune-mediated skin disorders: Part 1

      3 citations , April 2025 in “Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery”
      In this review, the authors examined the clinical presentations, differential diagnoses, and management strategies for feline immune-mediated skin diseases, focusing on conditions like pemphigus complex and cutaneous lupus erythematosus, highlighting that despite their rarity, these diseases can lead to severe systemic issues in cats.

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      community Telogen Effluvium/Chronic TE and immune-related hair loss advice

       5 upvotes 8 years ago
      Chronic Telogen Effluvium can be managed by avoiding inflammatory foods, exercising, staying hydrated, and using supplements like krill oil, saw palmetto, or licorice root. Minoxidil is discouraged due to its cost and potential for worsening hair loss, while castor oil is recommended to strengthen hair roots and reduce shedding.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

       63 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community Diet changes w Alopecia areata.

       5 upvotes 4 days ago
      The conversation discusses alopecia areata and whether diet changes can resolve it. One user mentions that their condition fluctuates without dietary changes, suggesting stress as a possible factor.

      community My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia

       16 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.

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      learn Baricitinib

      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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      signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss