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research Controlled Delivery of T-box21 Small Interfering RNA Ameliorates Autoimmune Alopecia (Alopecia Areata) in a C3H/HeJ Mouse Model

69 citations , February 2008 in “The American journal of pathology”

This study found that local injections of interleukin-4 and neutralizing anti-interferon-γ antibody effectively treated alopecia in a mouse model, suggesting potential therapeutic pathways for human alopecia areata.

research An overview of JAK/STAT pathways and JAK inhibition in alopecia areata

40 citations , August 2022 in “Frontiers in immunology”

This review discusses the potential of JAK inhibitors as a promising treatment strategy for alopecia areata, highlighting their mechanism and recent FDA approval based on clinical trial efficacy.

research Fibroblast growth factors: key players in regeneration and tissue repair

154 citations , November 2017 in “Development”

This review discusses the roles of fibroblast growth factors in tissue regeneration and repair across various organisms and tissues, but reports no new experimental findings, underscoring the need for further research.

research Congenital triangular alopecia: A close mimicker of alopecia areata

13 citations , January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology”

CTA is often mistaken for AA but doesn't respond to steroids and may require hair transplantation.

research Alopecia areata - probing the deforestation

January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology”

The document concludes that doctors should recognize congenital triangular alopecia to avoid unnecessary treatments, as it does not respond to steroids like alopecia areata does.

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community Can't get dutasteride from dermatologist office

5 upvotes 5 days ago

The user has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss with no side effects and wants to try dutasteride but was denied by a dermatologist's office. They suspect the office was promoting Rogaine instead, which is more expensive than their current treatment.

community Don’t wait around, take action now.

452 upvotes 1 month ago

The user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo, alongside lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and exercise. They emphasized the importance of starting treatment early and staying consistent.

community Don’t neglect your scalp health guys

112 upvotes 3 months ago

Improving scalp health can significantly impact hair loss treatment effectiveness. Using ketoconazole shampoo to reduce inflammation and dandruff can enhance the results of treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil.

community Doesn't feel like there's any good options (Rant)

in Chat 17 upvotes 4 months ago

An 18-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss and is concerned about treatment options, including finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, due to potential side effects and costs. They are also taking vitamins for deficiencies and considering alternatives like hair transplants or embracing the bald look.

community Don't be inconsistent with Minoxidil, you will lose progress fast. My new plan for future.

161 upvotes 5 months ago

Inconsistent minoxidil use led to hair loss, prompting a plan to resume consistent application with derma stamping, red light therapy, and DHT blockers like clascoterone or RU58841. The user avoids finasteride and dutasteride due to past side effects.

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learn Dutasteride

Dutasteride: Why don't some doctors prescribe it if it's stronger than finasteride? Dutasteride is off-label for hair loss in the US, the EU and the UK, stays in the body for months after the last dose, and has less long-term data in hair loss than finasteride. Its US label also states that sexual side effects may persist after stopping, with dutasteride's role unknown, and in 2026 the UK regulator added a precautionary warning about depression and suicidal thoughts.

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Why can't I see my scalp micropigmentation after a week? Providers say fading after the first session is normal and that later sessions add density.

learn Hair Transplant

What happens if I don't have enough donor hair for a hair transplant? Body hair or beard hair can be used if scalp donor hair is insufficient.

learn Redensyl

What does Redensyl do that other natural ingredients don't? Redensyl's maker says it acts on follicle stem cells; the only human data are small supplier studies, not independent trials.

learn Baricitinib

Baricitinib: Can I use it even if I don’t have a medical diagnosis but I have patchy hair loss? Baricitinib is approved only for adults with a diagnosis of severe alopecia areata and carries an FDA boxed warning. Patchy hair loss has many causes, so doctors confirm the diagnosis before prescribing it.

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