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    GlossarySystemic Corticosteroid Therapy

    involves using corticosteroids to reduce inflammation body-wide

    Systemic Corticosteroid Therapy involves the use of corticosteroid medications that are taken orally or injected into the bloodstream to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system throughout the entire body. This treatment is commonly used for conditions like severe allergies, asthma, autoimmune diseases, and certain types of hair loss, such as alopecia areata.

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      community One Year Progress (Topical Fin/Min)

      in Progress Pictures  154 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (7%), along with Ketoconazole shampoo, and recently switched to dutasteride and plans to add oral minoxidil. They managed side effects like oily skin and itchiness with a corticosteroid and chose topical treatments initially to limit systemic exposure.

      community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

      in Research/Science  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

      community Clascoterone - Why are there so few posts if it’s already on the market?

      in Chat  32 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone is being discussed for hair loss, but its current acne formulation may not be suitable for scalp use due to potential skin irritation and lower dosage compared to Breezula. Users mention other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide, with some expressing skepticism about clascoterone's effectiveness for hair loss.