research Laser Therapy in Superficial Morphea Lesions: Indications, Limitations, and Therapeutic Alternatives
Excimer laser therapy can be an alternative for treating superficial morphea when topical steroids don't work.
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Comparative Analysis of Scalp and Gut Microbiome in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Korean Cross-Sectional Study
The scalp microbiome is more diverse and may be more important in hair loss than the gut microbiome.
research Repigmentation by Combined Narrow-Band Ultraviolet B/Adipose-Derived Stem Cell Transplantation in the Mouse Model: Role of Nrf2/HO-1-Mediated Ca2+ Homeostasis
Combining narrow-band ultraviolet B light and stem cell transplantation helps repigmentation in vitiligo by maintaining calcium balance in mice.
research Segmental Vitiligo: Characteristics, Treatment, and Prognosis
Segmental Vitiligo is a stable, early-onset form of vitiligo that responds well to early treatment and is ideal for repigmentation studies.
research Alopecia Triangularis Congenita in Combination with Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss improved with treatment and successful transplant.
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3 / 3 resultscommunity What About Phytosterol Alternatives - Rice Bran Oil - Natural DHT Blockers
The conversation discusses natural DHT blockers like rice bran oil, which may reduce 5α-reductase activity similarly to Minoxidil and Dutasteride. One user argues that finasteride is more reliable and effective than natural alternatives.
community Evolution theory: AGA is your body trying to reduce the risk of prostate cancer by exposing your scalp to more UV
Androgenic alopecia (AGA) might have evolved to reduce prostate cancer risk by increasing UV exposure to the scalp, but this theory is debated. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are used for AGA, though the exact causes and evolutionary reasons for hair loss are unclear.
community Tretinoin can make it worse!!!
Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.