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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women
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JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Long-Term Management with Adipose Tissue-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Conventional Treatment in a Dog with Hepatocutaneous Syndrome
Combining amino acid and stem cell therapy may help manage hepatocutaneous syndrome in dogs.
research Does Tachyphylaxis Occur in Long-Term Management of Scalp Seborrheic Dermatitis with Pyrithione Zinc-Based Treatments?
Long-term use of pyrithione zinc shampoos remains effective for scalp seborrheic dermatitis, with decreased effectiveness likely due to not following treatment instructions rather than the treatment itself.
research Long-Term Complications of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: The Spectrum of Chronic Problems in Survivors Necessitates Multidisciplinary Follow-Up
Survivors of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis need ongoing care for various long-term health problems.
research Long-Term Outcomes of Intravenous Corticosteroid Pulse Therapy for Rapidly Progressive Alopecia Areata: A Single-Center Retrospective Analysis of 106 Cases and Evaluation of a Scoring System for Extended Periods
Intravenous corticosteroid therapy is effective for long-term hair regrowth in alopecia areata, and a scoring system helps predict treatment success and relapse.
research TCM Medicine and Food Homology in the Management of Post-COVID Disorders
Traditional Chinese medicinal foods may help manage long-term post-COVID symptoms.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 3 Weeks After the Hair Transplant (before the ugly duckling phase). In my 20s, got some hope back
A user who underwent a hair transplant in their twenties and are now discussing the best treatments for long-term management of hair loss, such as finasteride and Minoxidil, as well as potential alternative treatment options like RU58841.
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 Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair
A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.
community Fin shed is no joke. This is from running my hand through my hair on my way home
The conversation is about hair shedding experienced while using finasteride (fin) for hair loss treatment. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil (min), and other treatments, noting that shedding is often a sign that the treatment is working.
community 7+ years fin user, stopped saw palmetto/rosemary oil 3 months ago..biggest regret
Stopping saw palmetto and rosemary oil led to significant hair loss for a long-term finasteride user. Resuming saw palmetto caused side effects, and there is debate about its effectiveness and the potential impact of oxycodone on hair loss.