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GlossaryImmunosuppressants

medications that reduce the activity of the immune system

Immunosuppressants, also known as immunosuppressive drugs, are medications that reduce the activity of the body's immune system. They are often used to prevent the rejection of transplanted organs and to treat autoimmune diseases, where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues. By dampening the immune response, these drugs can help manage conditions like alopecia areata, where the immune system targets hair follicles, leading to hair loss.

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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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a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects

learn Rapamycin

mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth

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$Lichen Planus – A Refractory Autoimmune Disorder$

research Lichen Planus – A Refractory Autoimmune Disorder

April 2023 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology”

Lichen planus is a chronic autoimmune disease that is hard to treat and more common in women.

research Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: Overview and Treatment

January 2017 in “Springer eBooks”

The document concludes that Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus has different forms, is influenced by genetic and environmental factors, and can be treated with various medications, but more targeted therapies are needed.

research Pattern of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Among Nigerians

49 citations, February 2009 in “Clinical Rheumatology”

SLE is more common among Nigerians than previously thought, especially in women, requiring early treatment.

research Cutaneous Involvement in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Review for the Rheumatologist

11 citations, September 2022 in “The Journal of Rheumatology”

Skin problems are common in lupus patients and should be treated early to prevent worsening.

research Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus

61 citations, March 2009 in “The Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine”

Early diagnosis and treatment of discoid lupus erythematosus improve outcomes.

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community Medications that cause extra hair growth

in Research/Science 123 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.