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    GlossaryPsoriatic Alopecia

    inflammatory scalp condition causing hair loss in psoriasis patients

    Psoriatic Alopecia, also known as Psoriatic Hair Loss, is a condition where individuals with psoriasis experience hair loss. This occurs when the inflammatory process associated with psoriasis affects the scalp, leading to temporary or sometimes permanent hair shedding. The hair loss is typically due to the scaling and inflammation disrupting the normal hair growth cycle.

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      community 4 years on finasteride and Minoxidil with great success. Ask me stuff!

      in Progress Pictures  950 upvotes 3 years ago
      . ummwhatsure: No it doesn't. I started losing my hair around 27/28. This user has had great success with a combination of finasteride and Minoxidil, taking 1 milligram of finasteride per day and applying Minoxidil twice daily for 4 years, starting when they were 31. They experienced some shedding in the first two years, but now have thicker, fuller hair than before.

      community No idea what's causing my hair thinning

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil, with no hairline recession or bald spots. Suggestions include checking for telogen effluvium, considering a JAK inhibitor for potential autoimmune issues, and conducting further tests to rule out other causes.

      community What else is good. Besides the big 3.

      in Chat  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.

      community 8mg on oral finasteride. No results?

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.