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research Placebo-controlled oral pulse prednisolone therapy in alopecia areata

141 citations , February 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Oral prednisolone helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata.

research Diagnostic and Therapeutic Assessment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

16 citations , January 2007 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas”

The document concludes that there are no reliable treatments for frontal fibrosing alopecia, with only temporary benefits from current options.

research Pediatric Discoid Lupus Erythematosus with Scalp-Exclusive Involvement: Trichoscopy and Response to Early Minipulse Corticosteroid Therapy

June 2025 in “Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports”

Early minipulse corticosteroid therapy can effectively treat scalp discoid lupus in children.

research Medical therapy for frontal fibrosing alopecia: A review and clinical approach

37 citations , April 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Some treatments like intralesional steroids and 5α-reductase inhibitors are effective for frontal fibrosing alopecia, but more research is needed.

research Efficacy of combination therapy for the management regime of Alopecia areata.

5 citations , July 2007 in “PubMed”

Combining oral prednisolone and topical minoxidil effectively reduces hair loss and promotes regrowth in alopecia areata.

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community Why do so many people trash on finasteride?

in Chat 247 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride is effective for hair regrowth, especially on the crown, but can cause side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction in some users. Opinions are mixed, with some reporting positive results without side effects and others experiencing significant issues.

community Does prednisolone ( oral corticoid) cause hair loss and acne?

in Question 2 upvotes 6 years ago

A user is concerned about hair loss and acne from a one-week course of 70 mg/day oral prednisolone for severe tinnitus. They are asking if these side effects are common.

community Before and After oral 2.5 mg Minoxidil (~3 months), no finasteride

in Progress Pictures 1 upvotes 9 months ago

The user experienced significant hair improvement after using 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil for about three months, without finasteride, and noticed reduced shedding and darker hair. They also improved their diet and took vitamins, which may have contributed to the results.

community 18 months of oral Minoxidil, 5 months of Finasteride.

in Progress Pictures 1156 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral Minoxidil (5mg daily) for 18 months and Finasteride (1mg daily) for 5 months, with minimal side effects. The combination stopped hair loss and improved hair thickness, although a hair transplant is still considered for a receded hairline.

community Got a hair transplant a few days ago and my forehead is so swollen

in Transplants 212 upvotes 1 year ago

Swelling after a hair transplant is normal and can be reduced with ice packs, head elevation, and possibly corticosteroids. The user had a no-shave FUE procedure and is using oral finasteride and minoxidil.

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