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Glossary Corticosteroid Injections

injections of anti-inflammatory steroids to reduce swelling and pain

Corticosteroid injections, also known as steroid injections or cortisone shots, are medical treatments that deliver corticosteroids directly into inflamed or affected areas of the body. These injections are commonly used to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system, making them effective for conditions like alopecia areata, arthritis, and various inflammatory disorders. The corticosteroids help to decrease swelling, redness, and pain, providing relief and promoting healing.

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research Treatment of severe alopecia areata with intralesional steroid injections.

60 citations , October 2009 in “PubMed”

This study reports that intralesional triamcinolone acetonide was effective and well-tolerated for treating extensive alopecia areata in patients who often showed specific initial hair characteristics.

research Gender-specific alteration of steroid metabolism and its impact on viral replication in a mouse model of hepatitis B virus infection

2 citations , September 2024 in “Animal Cells and Systems”

This study found that HBV infection altered steroid metabolism in male mice, significantly increasing levels of dehydroepiandrosterone and reducing dihydrotestosterone, which may suppress viral replication by affecting HBV promoter activity.

research Local Injection of Steroids and Hair Regrowth in Alopecias

57 citations , December 1960 in “Archives of Dermatology”

This introduction reviews historical use of steroids for alopecia treatment, mentioning early cases of hair regrowth with cortisone acetate but provides no new clinical data.

research The place of intralesional steroid therapy in dermatology

39 citations , March 1976 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This article reviews the use of intralesional steroid therapy in dermatology, highlighting its application in conditions like nail disorders and cystic acne, but it reports no new clinical results.

research Cutaneous calcinosis of scleroderma. Successful treatment with intralesional adrenal steroids.

38 citations , May 1982 in “PubMed”

This report describes almost complete resolution of calcinosis and healing of associated ulcers in an 83-year-old woman with localized scleroderma after repeated intralesional steroid injections.

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learn Hydrocortisone

Can hydrocortisone be used together with other treatments like minoxidil or steroid injections? Clinicians do use a mild steroid cream to settle the scalp irritation minoxidil can cause, but no verified trial tests hydrocortisone added to minoxidil or to corticosteroid injections, and prolonged scalp use risks skin thinning — combining it is a decision to take with a prescriber.

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community Random bald spot suddenly appeared

212 upvotes 3 weeks ago

A user noticed a sudden bald spot and others suggested it might be alopecia areata, often stress-induced, recommending seeing a dermatologist for steroid injections. Topical minoxidil was mentioned as a successful treatment by one user.

community What else can make hair more sensitive to DHT?

17 upvotes 1 month ago

Genetics, inflammation, poor scalp circulation, stress, thyroid issues, low iron, vitamin D deficiency, steroids, age, fungal infections, stress, and creatine can increase hair sensitivity to DHT. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, and Kre Alkalyn Monohydrate.

community Progress- 3 months, 5% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride

in Is this regrowth? 232 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair loss after stopping a treatment of 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride, which they had used from December 2021 to January 2024. They resumed the treatment in April 2025, hoping for regrowth, and are considering additional treatments like transplants and steroid injections.

community If you discontinued anabolic steroids (mainly Testosterone) while on Dut, would you restart seeing results?

9 upvotes 2 months ago

Discontinuing anabolic steroids like testosterone while on Dutasteride may restart hair growth cycles, as high testosterone levels can still cause hair miniaturization. Trenbolone use resulted in significant gains but also side effects like night sweats and shin pain.

community Finasteride does deplete important nuero-active steroids

11 upvotes 3 years ago

Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.

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