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Glossary Topical Immunotherapy

deliberately triggers skin immune response to promote hair regrowth

Topical immunotherapy, also known as contact immunotherapy, is a treatment method used primarily for conditions like alopecia areata, where an immune response is deliberately triggered on the skin to promote hair regrowth. This is typically achieved by applying a chemical agent, such as diphencyprone (DPCP), to the affected area, causing a mild allergic reaction that can stimulate hair follicles and potentially lead to hair regrowth.

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research Comparative Study between The Efficacy and Safety of Topical Immune Therapy with Diphenylcyclopropenone versus Anthralin in The Treatment of Resistant Alopecia Areata

2 citations , May 2024 in “International Journal of Medical Arts”

This study found that topical DPCP was more effective for hair regrowth in resistant alopecia areata compared to anthralin, with both treatments having similar safety profiles.

research Topical immunotherapy in alopecia areata

45 citations , January 2010 in “International journal of trichology”

This review examines topical immunotherapy for severe alopecia areata, noting that diphencyprone and squaric acid dibutylester are non-mutagenic options with similar efficacy but different practical considerations, and reports no new clinical results.

research Topical immunotherapy of severe alopecia areata with diphenylcyclopropenone (DPCP): experience in an Iranian population

36 citations , May 2005 in “BMC dermatology”

This study found that topical diphenylcyclopropenone was effective in treating severe alopecia areata but had a high relapse rate and was often accompanied by side effects like eczema and lymphadenopathy.

research Seventeen Cases of Alopecia Areata: Combination of SADBE Topical Immunotherapy with Other Therapies

36 citations , October 2002 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

This study suggests that combining topical squaric acid dibutylester with other therapies may improve hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata unresponsive to topical therapy alone.

research TOPICAL IMMUNOTHERAPY IN DERMATOLOGY

22 citations , March 1999 in “International Journal of Clinical Practice”

This review discusses the use of topical immunotherapy for severe alopecia areata and resistant viral warts, highlighting diphencyprone's advantages and the need for careful handling to avoid staff sensitisation; it reports no new clinical results.

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community I’m going punch hair loss in the face

in Satire 68 upvotes 1 year ago

The user "OP" is frustrated with hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and oral dutasteride. Other users suggest keto shampoo, lifestyle changes, and low light laser therapy.

community What is the ultimate hair regrowth protocol

29 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation covers aggressive hair regrowth treatments like Dutasteride, Minoxidil (oral and topical), RU58841, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also mentions PRP, laser therapy, GHK-Cu injections, and hormone therapy for maximum regrowth.

community Rethinking DHT and Hair Loss: Are We Targeting the Wrong Enemy?

in Research/Science 1 year ago

Blocking DHT is not a cure for hair loss; instead, altering how scalp follicles respond to DHT might be more effective. Current treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil are temporary solutions, and future approaches may involve gene therapy and bioengineering to change follicle behavior.

community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.

in Research/Science 140 upvotes 2 years ago

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

193 upvotes 1 year ago

Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

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learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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learn Tofacitinib

How does tofacitinib differ when used orally versus topically in hair loss treatment research? Oral tofacitinib acts on immune signalling throughout the body and has the stronger regrowth evidence in alopecia areata, alongside an FDA boxed warning; topical tofacitinib aims to act only on the scalp, but the human evidence is a handful of small compounded-formulation studies with no large randomized trial. Neither route is approved for hair loss, and regrowth generally reverses after treatment stops.

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