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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Investigative Guidelines for Alopecia Areata
Guidelines help design better trials to compare alopecia areata treatments.
research Longitudinal Clinical Course, Treatment Outcomes, and Relapse Patterns in Alopecia Areata: A Prospective Cohort Study
Baseline severity and relapse history affect alopecia areata treatment and recurrence.
research Influence of Baseline Disease Severity Defined by Investigator's Global Assessment on Abrocitinib Efficacy for Up to 96 Weeks in Patients With Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis: Interim Analysis of JADE EXTEND, a Long-Term Extension Study
research Baseline Hair Loss Severity as a Potential Confounder in Studies on Minoxidil and Low-Level Laser Therapy
Initial hair loss severity can affect treatment results for minoxidil and laser therapy.
research Defining a Therapeutic Window of Opportunity in Alopecia Areata: Predictors of Early Response to Baricitinib
Patients with certain baseline characteristics are more likely to benefit early from baricitinib for alopecia areata.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Study shows further evidence that finasteride and dutasteride take 12-18 months or more to show significant results. Do NOT give up early
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.
community I had my DHT Levels measured (Topical solution)
The conversation discusses the use of topical finasteride for hair loss, with the user considering whether oral finasteride might be more effective in reducing DHT levels. Other users suggest alternatives like dutasteride, RU58841, saw palmetto, and a combination of Redensyl, Procapil, and Capixyl, while debating the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.
community 6 months into Dutasteride and my hair is way worse than before
After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.
community 5ARi of choice not working yet? Paper Review for efficacy + safety
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss, especially at the crown and midscalp, but both have similar side-effect profiles with low incidence of sexual adverse events. Improvement is measured visually, and significant results may take over 12 months to appear.
community Andrew Schulz stated he had been using a ‘’hair pill’’ for 15 years and it may have caused him infertility
The conversation discusses the potential link between hair loss treatment pills, specifically finasteride, and infertility. Users share their experiences and opinions, with some suggesting that finasteride can temporarily lower sperm count, while others argue that other factors like age and lifestyle could also contribute to infertility.