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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Erlotinib-Associated Alopecia in a Lung Cancer Patient
Erlotinib can cause significant but temporary hair loss in lung cancer patients.
research Pubic Hair Removal—Pearls and Pitfalls
Shaving caused a mild, itchy pubic rash with small bumps and crusts.
research Mogamulizumab‐induced alopecia. Multicentric case series: Clinical, trichoscopic and histological characterization
Mogamulizumab can cause hair loss, often linked to a better treatment response.
research Rare presentation of disseminated follicular lymphoma as an ill-defined reticular patch over the scalp and forehead
A woman with lymphoma had a rare skin rash on her scalp and forehead, which was hard to diagnose but responded well to treatment.
research LB1020 Scurvy: A forgotten illness?
Scurvy still occurs today and can be diagnosed by symptoms like gum bleeding and a specific rash, confirmed by low vitamin C levels.
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5 / 340 resultscommunity 20yo, dutasteride and minoxidil aren’t working
A 20-year-old reports worsening hair loss despite using dutasteride and minoxidil, and considers a hair transplant. Users suggest continuing treatments, trying microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, switching to finasteride, or adding tretinoin.
community HRT is literal black magic. Fin 1 mg/day @ 4 years, min 2x/day @ 3 years, Estradiol 4mg/day @ 3.5 months, and Spironolactone 100mg/day @ 3.5 months (estra & spiro are medicines you should likely not take if you are a cis man)
User shared progress on hair regrowth using Fin 1 mg/day for 4 years, Min 2x/day for 3 years, Estradiol 4mg/day, and Spironolactone 100mg/day for 3.5 months. They noted significant hairline recovery and advised against HRT for cis men due to feminizing effects.
community Microneedling, some people seem to permanently lost their hair. Confused
Microneedling can aid hair regrowth but poses risks like permanent hair loss if not done properly. Combining it with minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin, while ensuring proper sterilization and technique, is crucial for safety and effectiveness.
community Compressed part of research of theory of androgenic/anabolitic balance. AGA h-responders analytic. Theory of physio-metabolitic method of anti AGA treatment
The treatment for androgenetic alopecia involves using finasteride and minoxidil with intense exercise and cold exposure to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, potentially leading to hair regrowth. This approach may activate biological pathways for improved hair and overall health.
community Balding absolutely ruined my life at 17.
A user is struggling with hair loss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.