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research Outcome Measures in Cutaneous Autoimmune Disease: Dermatomyositis and Lupus Erythematosus
The document concludes that better tools are needed to measure skin disease severity in dermatomyositis and cutaneous lupus erythematosus, and introduces the DSSI and CLASI as reliable instruments.
research Bayesian measurement-error-driven hidden Markov regression model for calibrating the effect of covariates on multistate outcomes: Application to androgenetic alopecia
Model improves accuracy in predicting hair loss effects.
research Objective outcome measures: Collecting meaningful data on alopecia areata
The document suggests using standardized methods to track and measure hair loss in alopecia areata, including patient self-assessment and a 50% improvement in specific scores as a treatment goal.
research Evaluating the accuracy of patient-reported hair outcomes versus trichometric measurements in PRP therapy
Patient-reported hair improvements align with actual hair density changes, not hair width.
research Update on Outcome Measures for Pediatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
New tools and criteria have been developed to better assess and treat pediatric lupus.
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5 / 727 resultscommunity 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 Anyone here going the “natural” route?
People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.
community Be careful when switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride because for more efficacy.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride may be more effective for hair regrowth due to dutasteride's stronger enzyme inhibition, but combining both drugs could enhance results. Some users report better outcomes with dutasteride, while others recommend a gradual transition to prevent potential hair loss.
community Dear Dutasteride users, Yes or no?
Dutasteride is often more effective than finasteride for hair regrowth, though it may cause initial shedding. Many users see positive results after several months, with some combining it with minoxidil for better outcomes.
community Why are low finasteride doses seen as highly ineffective, when studies show 0.05 mg/day to work?
The efficacy of low doses of finasteride to reduce scalp DHT, and whether studies showing a 61% reduction are reflected in actual results. Replies discussed hair growth as an unintended consequence of minoxidil and finasteride use, as well as self-selective bias, potential side effects, and that studies measure effectiveness by hair count changes rather than DHT inhibition.