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research Infant alopecia universalis: role of topical PUVA (psoralen ultraviolet A) radiation
Topical PUVA and tacrolimus ointment can effectively and safely treat infant alopecia universalis.
research Combination Therapy with Cyclosporine and Psoralen Plus Ultraviolet A in the Patients with Severe Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Study with a Self-Controlled Design
The combination of cyclosporine and PUVA might help treat severe alopecia areata.
research Narrowband ultraviolet B phototherapy for alopecia areata
Narrowband UVB phototherapy alone is not very effective for treating alopecia areata.
research Ultrastructure study of hair damage after ultraviolet irradiation
UV treatment can damage hair, so protection is advised.
research Efficacy and Safety of Laser Therapy and Phototherapy in Cicatricial and NonCicatricial Alopecia: A Systematic Review Study
Light/laser therapy can effectively increase hair density in some types of alopecia, especially androgenic alopecia and alopecia areata.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Medications that cause extra hair growth
The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.
community DUPA - Impossible to cure, so giving up
The user diagnosed with DUPA tried treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil without success and is considering a hair system. They hope for a future cure, possibly with PP405, and others suggest options like scalp biopsy and SMP.
community Anyone used Topical Calcipotriol (cream) or VPA ( Valproic Acid)
The conversation discusses using topical Calcipotriol and Valproic Acid for hair loss, focusing on their mechanisms involving the VDR receptor and Wnt/beta-catenin pathway. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
community The story of RU58841/PSK3841
RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.
community Verteporfin Update #1: Overview of Verteporfin Procedure Day | Feller & Bloxham Medical
The conversation discusses the use of Verteporfin in treating hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.