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A Comparative Study of Fractional CO2 Laser with Topical Triamcinolone Acetonide Versus Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

research A Comparative Study of Fractional CO2 Laser with Topical Triamcinolone Acetonide Versus Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

1 citations, January 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”

Fractional CO2 laser with topical triamcinolone is more effective and safer for treating alopecia areata than intralesional triamcinolone.

research Objective Outcome Measures: Collecting Meaningful Data on Alopecia Areata

39 citations, November 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

The document suggests using standardized methods to track and measure hair loss in alopecia areata, including patient self-assessment and a 50% improvement in specific scores as a treatment goal.

research Efficacy of Intradermal Minoxidil 5% Injections for Treatment of Patchy Non-Severe Alopecia Areata

4 citations, July 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

Minoxidil injections can speed up hair regrowth in non-severe patchy hair loss, but combining it with steroids doesn't improve results.

Topical Sodium Valproate-Loaded Nanospanlastics Versus Conventional Topical Steroid Therapy in Alopecia Areata: A Randomized Controlled Study

research Topical Sodium Valproate-Loaded Nanospanlastics Versus Conventional Topical Steroid Therapy in Alopecia Areata: A Randomized Controlled Study

January 2024 in “Archives of dermatological research”

Both treatments for alopecia areata showed similar modest effectiveness.

research Microneedling and Its Use in Hair Loss Disorders: A Systematic Review

2 citations, December 2021 in “Dermatology and therapy”

Microneedling helps with hair loss, especially with 5% minoxidil, but more high-quality research is needed.

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community When you're balding is it an absolute traumatic period of your life or do some people not care as much?

in Chat 89 upvotes 4 months ago

Balding can be traumatic for many, affecting self-esteem and social interactions, while others accept it more easily. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community What 1 year and $6000 can do for your hair

in Treatment 305 upvotes 2 years ago

A hair transplant performed by Dr Bruno Ferreira in Portugal, which has improved the user's appearance and self-confidence. The user also mentioned taking finasteride for 5 years to help with their hair loss.

community My doctor prescribed me Finasteride 5mg Daily. Is the dosage too high?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 99 upvotes 8 months ago

A user was prescribed 5mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss, which is a higher dose typically used for prostate issues. Many suggest using a pill cutter to reduce the dose to 1mg or less per day, as it is more cost-effective and equally effective for hair loss.

community 1mg FIN only. 1 year progress on (28M)

in Progress Pictures 344 upvotes 1 year ago

The user "Bardo95" shared their one-year progress using finasteride (FIN) for hair loss. They experienced thickening of their general thinning and received compliments on their progress. Other users discussed their own experiences with finasteride and expressed hope for similar results.

community Oral min 2.5mg closing in on 3 months

in Progress Pictures 372 upvotes 1 year ago

_the_orange_box_'s experience using oral minoxidil, with discussion about finasteride and the potential side effects of both treatments. Other users shared their own experiences related to hair loss treatments.

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