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    GlossaryRheumatoid Arthritis

    chronic autoimmune disorder causing joint inflammation and pain

    Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the joints, leading to inflammation, pain, and swelling. Over time, this can result in joint damage, deformities, and loss of function. RA can also affect other organs and systems in the body, making it a systemic disease.

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      a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions

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      signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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      community Rejected for the 2nd time for the VDPHL01 Clinical Trials (believe it or not!)

      in Chat  12 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user was rejected from participating in a clinical trial for an extended-release oral Minoxidil due to having rheumatoid arthritis, despite initially being accepted. They had stopped using Dutasteride and Minoxidil to qualify but continued using other treatments like RU58841 and red light therapy.

      community *WOMEN* on Spironolactone - experiences?

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed: Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, and Spironolactone. Woman with androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata shares experience using Spironolactone.

      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 Creatine is the opposite of minoxidil !

      in Research/Science  226 upvotes 1 day ago
      Creatine may counteract minoxidil's hair growth effects by closing potassium ATP channels, potentially leading to hair loss in predisposed individuals. Despite anecdotal reports, there is no conclusive evidence linking creatine to hair loss.