14 citations
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February 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
This article reports a case of rapidly progressive alopecia areata totalis in a COVID-19 patient that did not respond to treatment with tofacitinib; no new clinical results are discussed.
This case report describes a 41-year-old man with preauricular and postauricular plaques unresponsive to topical treatments, with lab results indicating low-titer antibodies for Sjögren syndrome A and B.
16 citations
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November 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
This case report describes a patient with a hepatitis C diagnosis whose acral rash, initially unresponsive to psoriasis treatment, showed significant improvement with oral zinc sulfate, suggesting a diagnosis of necrolytic acral erythema.
This study found that injecting PRP gel derived from a patient's own blood may promote tissue regeneration and closure of intestinal fistulas unresponsive to conservative therapy.
Hair loss discussion involving finasteride's side effects and effectiveness. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting side effects and others seeing positive results.
JW0061 shows superior hair growth results compared to existing treatments, with significant increases in hair follicles. The Wnt/β-catenin pathway is crucial for hair growth, and JW0061 activates this pathway effectively.
Dutasteride is generally considered more effective than finasteride for hair regrowth, with some users experiencing better results, especially at higher doses. However, individual responses vary, and some users report side effects or no response to either treatment.
The conversation discusses the potential of long-chain unsaturated fatty acids, like oleic and linoleic acid, as an additional treatment for hair loss, which may inhibit the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to DHT and promote hair growth. Users humorously suggest using oils topically and discuss other hair loss treatments, but the main focus is on the science behind fatty acids and their role in hair health.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride in treating hair loss, emphasizing that significant results often take 12-18 months or more. Dutasteride is generally considered superior, with similar or fewer side effects than finasteride, but patience is required for noticeable improvement.