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popular antihistamine showing promise for hair loss as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin inhibitor
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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chemical from L'Oreal that encourages hair to enter growth phase
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research Disease-Modifying Therapy in Multiple Sclerosis: Strategies for Optimizing Management
A comprehensive approach to educating patients and managing side effects is crucial for improving adherence to multiple sclerosis treatments and patient quality of life.
research Multiple Sclerosis: Side Effects of Interferon Beta Therapy and Their Management
The article suggests managing interferon beta therapy side effects in MS with dose adjustments, medications, and patient education.
research Cutaneous Ulcers Due to Interferon Seem Not to Be Related to the Dosage
Skin ulcers from interferon may not depend on the amount given.
research Cutaneous Necrosis After Injection of Polyethylene Glycol–Modified Interferon Alfa
Some patients receiving pegylated interferon alfa injections developed skin necrosis, requiring treatment adjustments or discontinuation.
research A Review of Adverse Cutaneous Drug Reactions Resulting from the Use of Interferon and Ribavirin
Interferon and ribavirin can cause serious skin reactions and other health issues.
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5 / 131 resultscommunity Peptides that Stop Hair Loss? | In-depth Literature Review Video
Peptides like TB500, KPV, GHK-CU, and BPC-157 are overhyped for hair growth with limited proven effectiveness in humans. Combining peptides with delivery methods like iontophoresis and sonophoresis shows promise, but many claims remain unproven.
community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications
The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.
community 5% Minoxidil after 4 months - started with twice a day but went down to once because I kept forgetting in the morning. Really happy with how it is going!
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user started using 5% Minoxidil for hair loss and is happy with the progress. They also mentioned being trans and coming off testosterone, which they believe will help prevent further hair loss. Some users suggested using finasteride as well.
community My DHT levels have increased after taking 0.25mg Fin for 47 days!
A user experienced increased hair shedding and unchanged DHT levels after taking 0.25mg of finasteride for 47 days, leading them to increase the dose to 0.5mg. Others discussed varying experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and the importance of measuring scalp DHT.
community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use
The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.