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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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precursor of vitamin B5 with hair stimulating effects
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glaucoma medication with hair follicle stimulant effects
learn Saw Palmetto
a natural and far less effective alternative to Finasteride
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research Patient Prioritization of Items to Develop the Patient-Reported Impact of Dermatological Diseases Measure: A Global Delphi Study
The study created a 27-item measure to assess the impact of skin diseases.
research Patient Experience in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Development of Novel Patient-Reported Symptom and Patient-Reported Impact Measures
New tools were created to help lupus patients report their symptoms and impacts more accurately.
research The Relationship Between Patient-Reported Severity of Hair Loss and Health-Related Quality of Life and Treatment Patterns Among Patients with Alopecia Areata
People with moderate hair loss from Alopecia Areata feel more impacted than those with no or almost complete hair loss, and are more likely to seek treatment.
research Development of the Alopecia Areata Patient Priority Outcomes Instrument: A Qualitative Study
Researchers created a new tool to measure the effects of alopecia areata from the patient's view, focusing on hair loss, daily life, and emotional health.
research Understanding Key Symptoms, Side Effects, and Impacts of HR+/HER2- Advanced Breast Cancer: Qualitative Study Findings
Patients with HR+/HER2- advanced breast cancer commonly experience fatigue, hair loss, and pain, which significantly affect daily activities.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity First patient dosed with Pyrilutamide (Kintor) Phase III
First patient dosed with Pyrilutamide (Kintor) Phase III for hair loss treatment. Pyrilutamide differs from approved treatments as it competes with DHT to bind hair follicles, potentially reducing side effects.
community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
community ~1 year using rosemary shampoo (trigger warning)
A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
community Indian Subcontinent specific : Fin effects
Oral finasteride is recommended over topical finasteride for men in the Indian subcontinent, with no reported side effects. Minoxidil and dermarolling are also suggested, while dietary supplements and topical finasteride are deemed less effective.
community 28 Days on Oral Min and Vitamins Only
The user is taking 2.5mg of oral Minoxidil and using Rosemary and Peppermint oil for hair regrowth, with no side effects reported. They are considering increasing the dosage to 5mg after three months and have been advised to include a dermaroller in their routine.