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research Systemic Treatment of Moderate to Severe Alopecia Areata in Adults: Updated Australian Expert Consensus Statement
New medications could improve treatment for severe alopecia areata in Australia.
research Treatment of Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Retrospective, Real-Life Analysis in a Tertiary Center in Germany
Systemic treatments like hydroxychloroquine and cyclosporine A help with Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, but ongoing treatment is needed.
research Selective Inhibition of JAK3 Signaling Is Sufficient to Reverse Alopecia Areata
Blocking JAK3 signaling can reverse hair loss from alopecia areata.
research Practical Approach for Treatment Lines of Alopecia Areata: Review Article
The conclusion is that emotional support and a variety of treatments are important for alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
research The Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Treatment Dilemma
Effective treatment guidelines for frontal fibrosing alopecia are still unclear.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
community A Systemic Review on Topical Marketed Formulations, Natural Products, and Oral Supplements to Prevent Androgenic Alopecia: A Review
Topical formulations, natural products, and CAM therapies are being used to treat Androgenic alopecia to avoid side effects of Finasteride and Minoxidil. The review covers various low-risk, alternative treatment options.
community How much Minoxidil goes systemic?
The conversation is about the systemic absorption of Minoxidil and the potential switch from topical to oral Minoxidil due to its effectiveness. The user considers oral Minoxidil after experiencing no side effects from a year of using 15% topical Minoxidil.
community Does ketoconazole reduce systemic DHT by much?
Ketoconazole shampoo does not significantly reduce systemic or scalp DHT levels and is mainly used for its anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory effects. It is not a replacement for finasteride, which is recommended by some users despite concerns about side effects.
community Efficacy and Systemic DHT Suppression of Topical Finasteride vs Dutasteride
Topical dutasteride may have limited absorption due to its higher molecular mass compared to finasteride, potentially affecting its efficacy in suppressing DHT locally. Microneedling might enhance dutasteride absorption, possibly offering stronger local DHT suppression with fewer systemic effects.