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    GlossarySteroid Pulse Therapy

    involves administering high doses of corticosteroids briefly to reduce severe inflammation

    Steroid Pulse Therapy, also known as Pulse Steroid Therapy or High-Dose Steroid Therapy, involves administering high doses of corticosteroids over a short period, typically to manage severe inflammation or autoimmune conditions. This approach aims to quickly reduce symptoms and control disease activity, often followed by a tapering schedule to minimize side effects.

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      community Steroid injections helped my hair loss but I have AGA?

      in Female  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A woman with AGA and CTE has been taking multiple hair loss treatments including spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, bicalutamide, birth control, and minoxidil without success. Steroid injections, however, dramatically and immediately stopped her hair loss, though the effect lasts less than a month.

      community My hair after 3 steroid cycles

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their hair progress after three steroid cycles, using 5% minoxidil and 100mg RU58841 daily. They are considering a hair transplant due to paranoia about shedding.

      community AGA responded to steroid shots? Biopsy wrong? Please help!

      in Female  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.

      community This and ketoconazole 2% life changing

      in Ketoconazole  67 upvotes 11 months ago
      The post discusses the user's experience with hair loss treatment using finasteride, clobetasol propionate, and ketoconazole shampoo. The conversation warns about the potential side effects of clobetasol, a powerful topical steroid, and emphasizes its short-term usage.