17 citations
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August 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology”
This review examines non-invasive methods for diagnosing inflammatory skin diseases like lupus erythematosus and psoriatic inflammation using samples from plucked hair and skin tape-strips, but no new clinical results are presented.
2 citations
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June 2018 in “The Medical Journal of Cairo University/The Medical Journal of Cairo University”
This study found that while Platelet Rich Plasma injections led to some clinical and immunological improvements in psoriatic plaques, it could not be recommended as a standalone treatment for localized plaque psoriasis.
2 citations
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May 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”
This study found that in a mouse model of psoriasis, depleting CD169+ macrophages led to milder symptoms and decreased inflammation, suggesting these macrophages play a crucial role in psoriasis development.
This study found that platelet-rich plasma treatment led to significant reductions in lesion sizes for both plaque psoriasis and atopic dermatitis, with many patients achieving complete remission and no adverse events reported.
Scalp inflammation may contribute to hair thinning, with treatments like ketoconazole shampoo potentially helping by reducing inflammation. Some users report that DHT blockers and other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 can alleviate symptoms associated with inflammation.
A user with hair loss issues is considering switching treatments to oral minoxidil and dutasteride due to unsatisfactory results with finasteride and is experiencing itchy scalp and pimples. Suggestions include seeing a dermatologist, using salicylic acid shampoo, and considering dietary changes.
A user with mild psoriasis on the scalp is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair loss but plans to stop minoxidil on the crown due to psoriasis aggravation. Suggestions include switching to a lipid-based minoxidil, using Ketoconazole shampoo, or trying oral minoxidil.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.
Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.