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    GlossarySynthetic Retinoids

    man-made compounds mimicking vitamin A to treat skin conditions

    Synthetic retinoids are man-made compounds that mimic the action of vitamin A in the body. They are often used in dermatology to treat conditions like acne, psoriasis, and certain types of hair loss, including alopecia, by promoting cell turnover and reducing inflammation.

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      a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor

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      a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp

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      Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: A Comprehensive Review

      research Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: A Comprehensive Review

      74 citations , March 2001 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      The document concludes that skin biopsies, genetic and environmental factors, and specific treatments are important in managing cutaneous lupus erythematosus.

      research Vitamin A in Skin and Hair: An Update

      14 citations , July 2022 in “Nutrients”
      Vitamin A is important for healthy skin and hair, influencing hair growth and skin healing, but UV light reduces its levels.

      research From Molecular Biology to Therapeutics

      7 citations , June 1994 in “International journal of biochemistry/International Journal of Biochemistry”
      The document discusses various skin disorders and new therapeutic approaches.

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      community DLQ01: A Better "Minoxidil" PGF2a synthetic analogue.

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 9 months ago
      DLQ01, a prostaglandin F2α analog, shows promise for hair growth by directly stimulating PGE2/PGF receptors without needing conversion, and can be combined with minoxidil and retinoids like tretinoin for enhanced effectiveness. Minoxidil's efficacy may be reduced by COX-1 inhibitors, but using prostaglandin analogs like Latanoprost or Bimatoprost can help maintain its effectiveness.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.