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research 151 Efficacy and adverse effects of oral Janus kinase inhibitor (JAKi) use in patients with lichen planopilaris: a retrospective case series and systematic review
Oral Janus kinase inhibitors may be an effective treatment option for lichen planopilaris with some risk of increased cholesterol and liver enzyme levels.
research Oral and Topical Janus Kinase Inhibitors in Patients With Cutaneous T‐Cell Lymphoma: A Real‐World Single‐Center Experience
Janus kinase inhibitors may help treat cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, but more research is needed.
research Combined Low Dose Oral Minoxidil and Immunomodulator Efficacy and Safety in Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review
Combining low-dose oral minoxidil with immunomodulators shows promise for treating alopecia areata but needs more research.
research The role of Janus kinase inhibitors in the treatment of alopecia areata: A systematic review
Janus kinase inhibitors show promise for treating alopecia areata but need more research for confirmation.
research Targeting the Janus Kinase Family in Autoimmune Skin Diseases
Janus kinase inhibitors are promising treatments for autoimmune skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA
In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.
community 6-months on Hims topical minoxidal and finasteride combination, and microneedling once every week or two. The before pic was taken with the front iphone camera so is lower resolution which makes a comparison hard, but perhaps seeing some minor gains in individual hairs thickening.
Using a combination of topical minoxidil and finasteride, plus microneedling, to treat hair loss; the progress made by the original poster over 6 months; the potential for further results with longer use; and the possibility of seeking alternatives such as a hair transplant or system.
community Oral minoxidil in EU (hair is law)
The conversation is about finding a reliable source for oral minoxidil in the EU, as the original supplier is out of stock. The user is currently using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment.
community Oral finasteride topical minoxidil progress month 4
The user experienced hair regrowth using daily oral finasteride and topical minoxidil applied about five times a week, with some existing hair becoming thicker and new growth appearing. They also used dermastamping once a month and are considering adding topical GHK-Cu to their regimen.
community Oral min after 3 months
The user has been taking 2.5 mg of oral minoxidil daily since mid-January and has used finasteride for about five years, noting a decrease in its effectiveness. They are questioning whether their hair appears thicker due to minoxidil or if it's just longer.