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research Cutaneous and Mucosal Lichen Planus: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Subtypes, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Prognosis

291 citations, January 2014 in “The Scientific World Journal”

Lichen Planus is a less common condition affecting skin and mucous membranes, with various types and associated risk factors, challenging to diagnose, significantly impacts life quality, and may have a risk of cancerous changes in oral lesions.

research Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in Patients with Mucosal Lichen Planus: A Case-Control Study

28 citations, July 2015 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

People with Lichen Planus, especially with mucosal involvement, are more likely to have Metabolic Syndrome, which increases their risk for heart disease and diabetes.

research Lichen Planopilaris in Men: A Retrospective Clinicopathologic Study of 19 Patients

2 citations, October 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Lichen planopilaris in men often involves scalp redness and itching, with some also having hair loss, mucosal lichen planus, or thyroid disease, and treatment improved symptoms in nearly half of the cases.

research Treatment of Generalized Lichen Planus With Alefacept

52 citations, February 2006 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Alefacept may effectively treat severe lichen planus, with patients showing significant improvement and no side effects.

research Lichen Planus

155 citations, June 2009 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.

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community The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!

in Research/Science 2444 upvotes 3 years ago

The post and conversation are about the role of the enzyme 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase in hair loss and the potential of compounds like procyanidin B2 and sulforaphane to boost its activity for hair regrowth. Further research is needed to develop effective treatments based on this theory.

community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily

in Update 47 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.

community Is There Any Chance Of Cancer In Follicle Neogenesis through Microneedling?

in Microneedling 16 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses concerns about the potential risk of cancer from creating new hair follicles through microneedling, due to stem cell division. Specific treatments mentioned include microneedling, caffeine-containing anti-hair loss shampoos, and other unspecified topicals.

community Safety of RU-58841: I talked to the Pharma Company that researched it, Human Clinical Trials, and Potential Reasons for Discontinuation

in Research/Science 142 upvotes 1 year ago

The safety and effectiveness of RU-58841 as a hair loss treatment, with some users reporting side effects like chest pains, while others had positive results. The original research on RU-58841 was likely stopped due to financial issues, not safety concerns.

community 5 months of oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride.

in Progress Pictures 157 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses the positive effects of taking 5 mg oral minoxidil and 0.5 mg oral dutasteride every other day for hair loss, with one user reporting thicker beard and eyebrows and improved appearance. Another user expresses frustration about not being able to access the treatment in Germany, while a different user mentions experiencing no side effects.