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Glossary Radiation-Induced Alopecia

hair loss caused by radiation therapy damaging hair follicles

Radiation-Induced Alopecia, also known as Radiation Hair Loss, refers to hair loss that occurs as a result of exposure to radiation therapy, commonly used in cancer treatment. The radiation damages the hair follicles in the targeted area, leading to temporary or sometimes permanent hair loss depending on the dose and duration of the treatment.

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research Damage of hair follicle stem cells and alteration of keratin expression in external radiation-induced acute alopecia

28 citations , June 2012 in “International Journal of Molecular Medicine”

This study observed that while X-ray radiation did not alter major hair keratin composition in mice, it decreased hair follicle stem cell markers and increased Krt5, suggesting potential as a radiation biomarker.

research Photobiomodulation therapy in management of cancer therapy-induced side effects: WALT position paper 2022

31 citations , August 2022 in “Frontiers in Oncology”

This review discusses the potential benefits of photobiomodulation for managing side effects of cancer therapy and provides specific guidelines for its use in supportive cancer care, without presenting new clinical results.

research RTHP-40. EFFECT OF RIND-BASED DOSIMETRIC TECHNIQUES FOR SCALP DOSE REDUCTION IN BRAIN IRRADIATION

November 2019 in “Neuro-oncology”

This study found that using rind-based dosimetric techniques in brain irradiation significantly reduced scalp dose and alopecia compared to standard treatment plans, with 60% of patients experiencing no hair loss.

research Incidence of alopecia in brain tumour patients treated with pencil scanning proton therapy and validation of existing NTCP models

4 citations , July 2024 in “Radiotherapy and Oncology”

This study highlights that variations in clinical outcome reporting can undermine the validation of NTCP models for RIA, stressing the need for a standardized and objective scoring system.

research Radiation-induced alopecia

17 citations , January 2010 in “International journal of trichology”

This case report highlights the occurrence of radiation-induced alopecia in a patient undergoing radiotherapy for oropharyngeal carcinoma, emphasizing awareness of this potential side effect.

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Compressed part of research of theory of androgenic/anabolitic balance. AGA h-responders analytic. Theory of physio-metabolitic method of anti AGA treatment

community Compressed part of research of theory of androgenic/anabolitic balance. AGA h-responders analytic. Theory of physio-metabolitic method of anti AGA treatment

in Research 865 upvotes 1 year ago

The treatment for androgenetic alopecia involves using finasteride and minoxidil with intense exercise and cold exposure to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, potentially leading to hair regrowth. This approach may activate biological pathways for improved hair and overall health.

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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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

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Alfatradiol: Can it help if my hair loss is linked to DHT? The one randomised trial of topical alfatradiol — in 103 women — found hair thickness and density essentially unchanged after six months, while minoxidil improved both; its authors credited alfatradiol with slowing hair loss rather than regrowing hair. Laboratory work supports a local effect on follicular DHT, but no controlled trial in men appears to have been published.

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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions

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