research Clinical and hormonal effects of the 5 alpha-reductase inhibitor finasteride in idiopathic hirsutism.
Finasteride reduces hair growth and is safe for women with excessive hair.
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research Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays for doping control of 5α-reductase inhibitors finasteride and dutasteride
New tests detect finasteride and dutasteride in urine quickly and easily.
research 5α-Metabolism in Finasteride-Treated Subjects and Male Pseudohermaphrodites with Inherited 5α-Reductase Deficiency
Finasteride lowers DHT levels and raises testosterone in a dose-dependent way.
research Urinary 5-ene-steroid excretion in non-classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 3β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency (NC-3BHSD)
Some women with excess hair growth have a hormone condition that can't be diagnosed by blood or urine tests alone.
research Urinary steroid analysis of women with effluvium
Women with effluvium have higher levels of certain urinary steroids, possibly due to stress and increased adrenal activity.
research TWO LINES OF ATTACK ON ALOPECIA AREATA
Corticosteroids and topical irritants are used to treat alopecia areata.
research Combination use of triamcinolone acetonide and immunotherapy as a new therapeutic option in alopecia totalis
Combining triamcinolone acetonide with immunotherapy can help regrow hair in some alopecia totalis patients.
research Effect of cyclosporin on hair-existing area of nude mice
Cyclosporin extends hair growth in mice, but high-dose corticosteroids block this effect.
research Hair Cortisol as a Novel Biomarker of Stress
research Factors predicting response to oral methylprednisolone tapering treatment in alopecia areata: A retrospective study
Younger patients and those with more hair loss are less likely to benefit from oral steroid treatment for hair loss, and low vitamin D may predict relapse.
research Retrospective Analysis of Systemic Corticosteroids for Alopecia Areata in Pediatric Patients
Systemic steroids temporarily improve severe alopecia areata in children but often lead to relapse.
research A simple method to visualize the regrowth of white vellus hairs using superficial cryotherapy
A method was found to visualize hair regrowth and avoid unnecessary side effects from treatments.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata With Steroid Solution
The steroid solution can regrow hair but often causes skin issues and doesn't work long-term.
research <p>A Retrospective Comparative Study of Two Concentrations of Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide in the Treatment of Patchy Alopecia Areata on the Scalp</p>
Both concentrations of triamcinolone acetonide are effective for hair regrowth in patchy alopecia areata, but 5 mg/mL is recommended to reduce side effects.
research ALOPECIA UNIVERSALIS TREATED WITH ORAL CYCLOSPORINE A AND PREDNISOLONE: IMMUNOLOGIC STUDIES
Oral cyclosporine A and prednisolone effectively improved alopecia universalis without side effects.
research The Hidden Epidemic of Topical Steroid Use: Prevalence and Impact Among Jordan’s General Population
Many people in Jordan misuse topical steroids without proper knowledge, highlighting the need for better education and regulation.
research COMPARATIVE STUDY OF TWO CONCENTRATIONS (2.5MG/ML AND 5 MG/ML) OF INTRALESIONAL TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE IN THE TREATMENT OF ALOPECIA AREATA
2.5 mg/mL TAC is as effective and safe as 5 mg/mL, but 5 mg/mL may improve hair regrowth and density more.
research Long‐term outcomes of intravenous corticosteroid pulse therapy for rapidly progressive alopecia areata: A single‐center retrospective analysis of 106 cases and usefulness evaluation of a scoring system originally designed for half‐year efficacy prediction for extended periods
Intravenous corticosteroid therapy is effective for long-term hair regrowth in alopecia areata, and a scoring system helps predict treatment success and relapse.
research Update on the dermatologic use of systemic glucocorticosteroids
Systemic glucocorticosteroids are a primary treatment for various skin conditions but require careful management due to potential side effects and relapses.
research ACTH as first line treatment for acute calcium pyrophosphate crystal arthritis in 14 hospitalized patients
ACTH may be an effective first-line treatment for acute calcium pyrophosphate crystal arthritis.
research Alfatradiol/minoxidil/trichofoam
research A systematic review of pulse steroid therapy for alopecia areata
Pulse steroid therapy for alopecia areata shows a 43% complete response rate but has a high relapse rate, especially in children.
research Iatrogenic cushing’s syndrome post intralesional triamcinolone acetonide in oral submucous fibrosis: 2 case reports
Two patients treated with TAC for mouth fibrosis improved but developed Cushing's Syndrome symptoms.
research [Advances in topical therapy of skin diseases (author's transl)].
New treatments for skin diseases in 1979 showed promising results with fewer side effects.
research Comparing the Efficacy of Combined Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide With Topical Calcipotriol Versus Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide Monotherapy in Scalp and Beard Alopecia Areata: Results From a Randomized Single-Blinded Clinical Trial
The combination treatment was more effective for scalp hair regrowth but caused more irritation.
research How I Treat Alopecia Areata
Use corticosteroid cream and triamcinolone injections for treating alopecia areata, and consider wigs and tranquilizers for support.
research SUN-305 Hair Cortisol Measurement: An Innovative Method for Diagnosis and Follow-Up in Patients with Cushing’s Disease
Hair cortisol measurement can help diagnose and monitor Cushing’s disease.
research Comparative Efficacy and Adverse Clinical Events of Methotrexate versus Azathioprine with Steroid Mini Pulse Therapy in the Management of Moderate to Severe Alopecia Areata: A Tertiary Centre Based Interventional Study
Methotrexate with steroids is slightly more effective than azathioprine with steroids for treating severe alopecia areata.
research Effects of glucocorticoid on human dermal papilla cells in vitro
Dexamethasone may cause hair loss by stopping cell growth.
research Intramuscular triamcinolone acetonide: An undervalued option for refractory alopecia areata
Intramuscular triamcinolone acetonide is an effective treatment for severe alopecia areata, especially in males.