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      Understanding the Intricate Pathophysiology of Psoriasis and Related Skin Disorders

      research Understanding the Intricate Pathophysiology of Psoriasis and Related Skin Disorders

      January 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”
      This narrative review explored the complex interconnections between psoriasis and other dermatological conditions like vitiligo, alopecia areata, and atopic dermatitis, highlighting shared immune dysfunctions that complicate diagnosis and treatment, with implications for research and holistic patient care.

      research The regenerative potential of skin and the immune system

      41 citations , July 2019 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”
      This paper explores the complex immune processes and cellular diversity that enable the skin to heal and resist invasion, and highlights its potential as a model for studying regeneration.
      Hair Physiology and Its Disorders

      research Hair physiology and its disorders

      31 citations , May 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today: Disease Mechanisms”
      This review discusses the physiology of hair follicles, their disorders, and the principles behind developing treatments, reporting no new results.

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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 Sharing what worked for me (PCOS related hair loss)

       34 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with PCOS experienced hair loss and found success using a triple dose of O.N.E Omega by Pure Encapsulations after discovering low Omega fatty acids. Biotin provided minimal improvement, but the Omega supplement significantly restored hair.

      community Diet changes w Alopecia areata.

       5 upvotes 2 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 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.

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      learn Vitamin D

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

      learn Osteopontin

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