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    GlossaryIntralesional Triamcinolone (Kenalog Injections)

    corticosteroid injection directly into skin lesions to reduce inflammation

    Intralesional Triamcinolone, often referred to as Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide or ILTA, is a corticosteroid medication injected directly into a lesion or affected area of the skin. It is commonly used to treat conditions like alopecia areata, keloids, and other inflammatory skin disorders by reducing inflammation and suppressing the immune response in the targeted area.

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      community Inflammation (and health care system) frustration

      in Female  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      A woman is frustrated with her hair loss and the slow, ineffective healthcare system in Canada. She has tried treatments like minoxidil, doxycycline, and kenalog injections, but continues to experience painful inflammation and hair loss.

      community AGA responded to steroid shots? Biopsy wrong? Please help!

      in Female  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.

      community 1 Year Fin then 6 Months Dut - No Success

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user saw no improvement in hair loss after using Finasteride for a year and Dutasteride for six months. They also experienced scalp inflammation and tried various treatments like Ketoconazole and Salicylic Acid without success.

      community 6 months of finasteride only .

      in Progress Pictures  179 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using finasteride pills for hair loss, reporting minimal shedding and noticeable improvement. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and side effects like dizziness.