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research [Alopecia androgenetica and its local treatment with estrogen- and corticosteroid externa].

7 citations , October 1974 in “PubMed”

In this study, topical estrogens and corticosteroids were associated with decreased telogen rates in 52% of androgenetic alopecia patients, suggesting potential clinical improvement, though the role of corticosteroids remains unclear.

research Local treatments for alopecia areata: an update

February 2024 in “Sohag Medical Journal”

This review discusses the challenges in treating alopecia areata and the potential psychological impact, noting that spontaneous hair regrowth often occurs and highlighting the consideration of psychotherapy alongside treatment options; it reports no new experimental results.

research Local Corticosteroids for Alopecia Areata: A Narrative Review

8 citations , May 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy”

This review discusses the use of topical and intralesional corticosteroids for treating alopecia areata, highlighting their efficacy and safety but noting recurrence and pain as limitations; no new clinical results are reported.

research Alopecia areata incognita

14 citations , November 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This discussion highlights that alopecia areata incognita is challenging to diagnose and treat, with systemic corticosteroids potentially leading to remission when local treatments fail.

research Efficacy of intralesional Vitamin D ₃ injection in the treatment of alopecia areata: A comparative study

July 2026 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”

This study found that intralesional Vitamin D3 injections were comparable in efficacy to intralesional triamcinolone for patchy alopecia areata, with a non-significant trend towards better outcomes and fewer local adverse effects.

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community My 15+ Year Hair Loss Journey: DUPA, Recurrent Alopecia Areata, & different dosages of Min / Fin topicals - Advice needed on next steps.

4 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user has been managing hair loss for over 15 years, using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and corticosteroids, while experiencing side effects and recurrent Alopecia Areata. They seek advice on progression and potential underlying conditions, questioning if their hair loss is due to an autoimmune issue beyond typical patterns.

community Saw a local dermatologist recently, they suggested switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride…

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 20 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced hair loss and initially saw improvement with Finasteride but is now considering switching to Dutasteride due to lack of recent results. They plan to add topical Minoxidil and are awaiting biopsy results to determine the cause of hair loss.

community There’s nothing better on the horizon [RANT]

22 upvotes 1 month ago

There is skepticism about new hair loss treatments, with the belief that current options like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are the best available. Concerns are raised about the systemic side effects of androgen-related treatments, even those marketed as topical, and doubts about the effectiveness of emerging treatments like clascoterone.

community I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss

in Chat 98 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.

community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering

192 upvotes 4 years ago

Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.

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learn Hydrocortisone

a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects

Can hydrocortisone be used together with other treatments like minoxidil or steroid injections? Clinicians do use a mild steroid cream to settle the scalp irritation minoxidil can cause, but no verified trial tests hydrocortisone added to minoxidil or to corticosteroid injections, and prolonged scalp use risks skin thinning — combining it is a decision to take with a prescriber.

learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

learn Prednisolone

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learn Fluocinolone

Is Fluocinolone a treatment for hair loss itself or just for calming scalp irritation? Fluocinolone acetonide is a prescription corticosteroid approved for inflammatory skin conditions, not for hair loss; no published human trial has measured hair regrowth with it, so at most it may help indirectly by calming an inflamed scalp.

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