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    Glossary Inflammatory Skin Disorders

    conditions causing skin redness, swelling, and irritation from immune response

    Inflammatory skin disorders are conditions where the skin becomes red, swollen, and irritated due to an overactive immune response. Examples include eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis, which can cause symptoms like itching, redness, and sometimes blistering or scaling. These disorders can be triggered by various factors such as allergens, infections, or even stress, and often require medical treatment to manage symptoms and prevent flare-ups.

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      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 Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

       59 upvotes 6 months ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

       14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

       48 upvotes 2 years ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

      community Other factors involved then DHT/5aR

       5 upvotes 3 months ago
      DHT is the primary cause of hair loss, but factors like diet, stress, and lifestyle can influence its severity. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride target DHT, while maintaining overall health is also important.
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