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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
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research compound made to degrade androgen receptors in scalp
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Case Report: Secondary syphilitic alopecia following non-penetrative sexual contact: a case of initial misdiagnosis
A 26-year-old male was initially misdiagnosed with alopecia areata but was later found to have secondary syphilitic alopecia following non-penetrative sexual contact. The patient had moth-eaten patchy alopecia and a small erythematous papule on the penile frenulum. Serological tests confirmed syphilis, with an RPR titer of 1:32 and a positive TPPA. He was treated with benzathine penicillin G, 2.4 million units intramuscularly weekly for 3 weeks, resulting in complete hair regrowth within 3 months without scarring.
research Epidemiological, Clinical, and Trichoscopic Features of Syphilitic Alopecia: A Retrospective Analysis and Systematic Review
About 11% of patients with secondary syphilis had Syphilitic Alopecia, which usually improved with treatment.
research Moth-eaten alopecia and beyond: Syphilitic alopecia - Revisited
Syphilitic alopecia can be effectively diagnosed and treated, leading to hair regrowth.
research Essential syphilitic alopecia: Non-scarring alopecia in 21-year-old man
A young man's hair loss was the only sign of syphilis, which improved after treatment.
research Dermatoscopic findings of syphilitic alopecia
Dermoscopy helps diagnose syphilitic alopecia, and treatment with penicillin can regrow hair.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Could Eating disorders induce secondary effects on finasteride?
A user experienced a loss of libido and anhedonia after severe dietary restriction while on Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering reducing the Finasteride dose or taking a break to see if symptoms improve.
community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution
A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
community Diffuse Alopecia
A 19-year-old female with Diffuse Alopecia was advised by a dermatologist to use vitamin supplements, a hair serum, and antifungal drops, leading to some improvement. Other users suggested treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and consulting a different dermatologist for further advice.
community mbp alopecia areata or vitamin deficiency
A 19-year-old male has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for 8 months with no progress and is considering seeking a second opinion due to potential misdiagnosis. The discussion revolves around whether the hair loss is due to male pattern baldness, alopecia areata, or a vitamin deficiency.
community Female diffuse hair loss on spiro with irregular periods (photos) + genetic hair loss
A 34-year-old woman is experiencing diffuse hair loss and irregular periods, possibly due to long-term spironolactone use. She is considering minoxidil and finasteride for treatment and seeking medical advice for androgenic alopecia and hormonal imbalances.