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GlossaryScarring Alopecia (SS)

inflammation destroys hair follicles, replacing them with scar tissue

Scarring Alopecia, also known as cicatricial alopecia, is a group of hair loss disorders where inflammation destroys hair follicles and replaces them with scar tissue, leading to permanent hair loss. This condition can be caused by various factors, including autoimmune diseases, infections, or physical trauma, and often requires a biopsy for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.

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research The Spectrum of Hair Loss in Patients with Mycosis Fungoides and Sézary Syndrome

39 citations , October 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Some patients with mycosis fungoides or Sézary syndrome experience hair loss, which may be similar to alopecia areata or linked to skin lesions, possibly due to abnormal T cells, and bexarotene can help treat it.

research Secondary Amenorrhea With Absent Axillary Hair

March 2023 in “European journal of internal medicine”

The patient's long-term symptoms were due to Sheehan's syndrome, which improved with hormone therapy.

Recent Advances in Neuropeptide-Related Omics and Gene Editing: Spotlight on NPY and Somatostatin and Their Roles in Growth and Food Intake of Fish

research Recent Advances in Neuropeptide-Related Omics and Gene Editing: Spotlight on NPY and Somatostatin and Their Roles in Growth and Food Intake of Fish

October 2022 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology”

New tools show that in fish, NPY increases feeding and somatostatin decreases it.

research A Case Of Delayed Onset Sheehan's Syndrome With Diabetes Insipidus

October 2023 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

A woman was diagnosed with Sheehan's syndrome and a rare complication of diabetes insipidus 33 years after symptoms began, improving with hormone therapy.

research Unusual Systemic Lupus Erythematosus/Sjogren's Syndrome Phenotype in a Patient with a TNFAIP3 Gene Mutation

June 2019

A TNFAIP3 gene mutation can cause unusual and varied symptoms of lupus and Sjogren's syndrome.

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community Hair Loss Associated with Escitalopram (anti-depressant). Do SSRIs Affect the Hair Follicle?

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 1 year ago

A 22-year-old male experienced hair loss potentially linked to escitalopram, which stopped after switching to vortioxetine. His depressive symptoms improved with continued treatment.

community Topical Finasteride reduced my DHT more than Oral Dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 42 upvotes 3 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including the experiences of topical finasteride and oral dutasteride. It also discusses Pyrilutamide, 0.025% topical concentration, Minoxidil, RU58841, and 1% finasteride gel dosage.

community Shrooms have done more for my hair loss than all of my hair supplements/medications combined.

in Satire 408 upvotes 2 years ago

Finding acceptance of hair loss through psychedelics, and the potential benefits of shrooms. Discussions include sharing experiences with minoxidil, finasteride, nutrafol, laser therapy, micro needling, as well as mental health concerns such as depression, suicidal thoughts, and self-esteem.

community Nuclear Stack Ineffective: Oral DUT/FIN/MIN/RU - NAFLD?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced severe hair shedding despite using oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, and was diagnosed with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). They are considering switching to topical treatments due to the ineffectiveness of their current regimen.

community Progress: 0.5mg finasteride + 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 431 upvotes 3 years ago

This user uses a combination of finasteride and oral minoxidil to treat hair loss, and reports that the treatment has had an impact on his growth without any major side effects. He also shares advice on how to obtain the necessary medications in certain countries.

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