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research Efficacy of Local and Whole‐Body Phototherapy for the Treatment of Various Types of Alopecia Areata

1 citations , December 2025 in “Photodermatology Photoimmunology & Photomedicine”

This study found that early initiation of phototherapy is an effective treatment strategy for certain subtypes of AA, particularly in older patients and those with a shorter disease duration.

$Effects of Phototherapy on Refractory Alopecia Areata$

research 1368 Effects of phototherapy on refractory alopecia areata

April 2023 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study found that phototherapy was more effective for patients with the multiple or totalis types of alopecia areata, with whole-body phototherapy potentially benefiting those with refractory universalis type.

research Overview of the Role of 308 Monochromatic Excimer Phototherapy for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata

December 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks”

This source evaluates the clinical effectiveness of 308 nm monochromatic excimer phototherapy in treating moderate-to-severe alopecia areata, noting that both laser and lamp methods show promise without significant risks.

research Alopecia Areata and Alopecia Areata Incognita

1 citations , July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks”

This research focuses on alopecia areata, highlighting the psychological impact, especially of its variant alopecia areata incognita, and provides diagnostic and treatment tips, but does not report specific results.

research Exploring Phytotherapy For Alopecia: Efficacy, Mechanisms, And Future Directions

March 2024

This review article highlights the potential of various herbal treatments, such as Saw Palmetto and Ginseng, in promoting hair growth and managing alopecia, while emphasizing the necessity for more rigorous clinical trials.

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community Fin for 7 months and my sclap is now transparent

in Progress Pictures 16 upvotes 6 months ago

A 24-year-old male has been using finasteride for 7 months and noticed thinning hair, especially when wet, and is concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment. Suggestions include continuing finasteride, considering minoxidil, and possibly trying micro-needling.

community The case of a 78 year old man who accidentally regrew his hair (published in the British Medical Journal)

in Chat 213 upvotes 10 months ago

A 78-year-old man regrew hair after suffering burns, suggesting that injury-induced healing processes might trigger hair growth. Microneedling and other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as potential methods to stimulate similar regrowth.

community Has anyone experienced swelling in the face or body while taking spironolactone?

8 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced facial swelling while taking spironolactone for androgenic alopecia, despite its diuretic properties. They are unsure about increasing the dose due to this side effect.

community Detransitioning, questions about hair loss prevention while body ramps back up testosterone production

in Transgender 2 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation discusses preventing hair loss during detransitioning, with suggestions to use finasteride or dutasteride as DHT blockers. The user is also considering rosemary oil and monitoring testosterone levels.

community The irony of balding while being hairy

in Chat 107 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the frustration of having excessive body hair while experiencing scalp hair loss, with mentions of treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants using body hair. Users share experiences and advice, noting the role of genetics and DHT in hair growth patterns.

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learn Hair Transplant

Do I need to shave my head for a hair transplant? Shaving your head is not always necessary for a hair transplant.
How long does a hair transplant procedure take? A hair transplant procedure typically takes 4 to 8 hours.

learn Finasteride

What does finasteride do to the female body? Find out its side effects. Finasteride is not approved for hair loss in women anywhere; the one controlled trial, in 137 postmenopausal women at 1 mg daily, found no benefit over placebo, while smaller uncontrolled studies at higher off-label doses report some improvement. It is contraindicated in pregnancy and crushed or broken tablets must not be handled.

learn Valproic acid

How is valproic acid being explored differently in topical hair products compared to its traditional oral medical use? Topical valproic acid is being studied for local effects on the hair follicle rather than the whole-body effects of the oral drug. The human evidence is one small randomized 24-week trial of an 8.3% spray; no topical valproate product is approved for hair loss.

learn Fluridil

How is Fluridil different from other DHT blockers like finasteride? Fluridil is a topical androgen-receptor blocker applied to the scalp, while finasteride is an oral 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT throughout the body. Finasteride is FDA-approved and far better studied; Fluridil rests on one 43-man trial and is not licensed as a hair-loss medicine, so its long-term safety and effect size are unknown.

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