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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Deficiency in alopecia areata and responsiveness to vitamin D analogues: A prospective trial
This randomized control trial reported that patients with alopecia areata typically have lower serum Vitamin D levels, and treatment with topical vitamin D3 analogue calcipotriol led to significant hair regrowth in 71% of participants over six months.
research Vitamin D and its Analogs in Treatment of Mild to Moderate Alopecia Areata: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
In this study, topical and intralesional vitamin D3 and its analogs were found to be effective and safe treatments for mild-to-moderate alopecia areata, achieving a 53.75% success rate, though intralesional vitamin D3 was less effective than other treatments like corticosteroids.
research Vitamin D and skin diseases: A review
This review discusses the various roles of vitamin D in skin disorders, including established use in psoriasis and potential applications for atopic dermatitis and skin cancer prevention, but reports no new clinical results.
research The Role of Vitamin D in Non-Scarring Alopecia
This review suggests that decreased serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels may play a role in different types of non-scarring alopecia, but further studies are needed to explore vitamin D supplementation as a therapeutic option.
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2 / 26 results- Are topical Vitamin D treatments useful for alopecia? Small, short trials suggest topical vitamin D analogues such as calcipotriol may help some people with mild patchy alopecia areata. There is no trial evidence that they help pattern hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Diagnosed with MPB at 16 (Male)
A 16-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitamin D, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.
community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone
Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.
community 28M experiencing thinning - first timer here, please help
A 28-year-old male experiencing hair thinning is considering minoxidil and finasteride. Minoxidil helps regrow hair, while finasteride prevents further loss; both are usually lifelong treatments.
community Explanation for "dutasteride destroyed my hair"
Dutasteride can drastically reduce sebum production, leading to dryer hair and shedding. Alternating shampoos and periodic silica supplementation can improve hair quality and thickness.
community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
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