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Glossary Psychogenic Alopecia

hair loss caused by psychological stress or emotional disturbances

Psychogenic Alopecia, also known as Stress-Induced Alopecia, is a condition where hair loss occurs due to psychological stress or emotional disturbances. This type of alopecia is often seen in both humans and animals, and it manifests when stress triggers a disruption in the normal hair growth cycle, leading to excessive shedding or hair thinning.

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A Case Report: Suspected Psychogenic Alopecia With Secondary Dermatitis in a Persian Cat

research A CASE REPORT: SUSPECT PSYCHOGENIC ALOPECIA WITH SECONDARY DERMATITIS IN A PERSIAN CAT

March 2026 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana”

This case report described a Persian cat with psychogenic alopecia and secondary dermatitis linked to environmental stress, which improved with antihistamine therapy, diet changes, and owner interaction, but relapsed in a high cat population setting.

research Does treatment with clomipramine reduce cat psychogenic alopecia?

June 2022 in “Veterinary evidence”

This study reported no evidence that clomipramine reduces overgrooming or improves hair regrowth in cats with psychogenic alopecia compared to untreated cats.

research P‐41 Psychogenic alopecia by fur‐plucking in a family of seal‐point Siamese cats: three cases

1 citations , August 2004 in “Veterinary Dermatology”

In this study, three closely related Siamese cats were diagnosed with feline psychogenic alopecia, indicating the disorder may have a hereditary component.

Focal and Generalized Alopecia in Cats: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

research Focal and Generalized Alopecia

9 citations , July 1995 in “Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice”

This review discusses causes of hair loss in cats, highlighting self-inflicted trauma due to flea allergy dermatitis, and presents no new clinical findings.

research Hereditary, Congenital, and Acquired Alopecias

September 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Different types of hair loss in dogs and cats have various causes and treatments, with outcomes ranging from good to uncertain.

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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

learn PP405

Got small bald patches they say are from stress? PP405 sprays could help bring them back to life. PP405 is an experimental topical gel from Pelage Pharmaceuticals that inhibits the mitochondrial pyruvate carrier; its registered Phase 2 trial (NCT06393452) tested it once daily in 78 adults with pattern hair loss, for safety and tolerability. It is not approved, not for sale, and has not been studied in alopecia areata or stress-related shedding.

learn Valproic acid

an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition

learn GHK-Cu

Heard alopecia areata leaves scar-like spots? Some peptides are helping those areas regrow hair. Alopecia areata patches usually still have living follicles. Peptides are being studied as a possible add-on, but the evidence is small and early. See a dermatologist for treatment.

learn TDM-105795

What types of alopecia or hair loss conditions might TDM-105795 be designed to target based on current research? TDM-105795 may target non-scarring alopecia, particularly androgenetic alopecia.

learn procapil

Tried everything and still getting bald patches? Procapil may help calm the immune response Procapil is a cosmetic ingredient complex; laboratory studies of its individual ingredients report anti-inflammatory effects, but no published clinical trial has tested it in alopecia areata or any other immune-related hair loss. Spreading bald patches should be assessed by a dermatologist.

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community My finasteride progress in a 6 month

1282 upvotes 8 months ago

Successful hair regrowth after six months using finasteride and topical minoxidil, with minimal side effects like anxiety. Finasteride was the main treatment, and minoxidil supported regrowth.

community I have tried many treatments but it's getting worse. 23M.

90 upvotes 1 year ago

A 23-year-old male experiencing worsening hair loss has tried topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, Progesterone, Hydrocortisone butyrate, and Ketoconazole. He is considering switching to oral Finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of improvement.

community Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 757 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.

community I understand this topic has been discussed countless times, but hair loss is the most brutal experience for men.

in Chat 343 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss significantly affects men's confidence and mental health. Common treatments include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, with some considering hair transplants.

community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.

in Research/Science 140 upvotes 2 years ago

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

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