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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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an anticonvulsant repurposed for hair loss via histone inhibition
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popular antihistamine showing promise for hair loss as an anti-inflammatory and prostaglandin inhibitor
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antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
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JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases
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research Diffuse Hair Loss Induced by Sertraline Use
Sertraline can cause hair loss, which stops after stopping the drug.
research Fluoxetine- and Sertraline-Related Hair Loss in a Teenager: A Case Report
A teenager lost hair due to fluoxetine and sertraline, but it grew back after stopping these drugs and switching to a different one.
research Citalopram–induced delusions in an older adult
An older woman had false beliefs after taking a depression medication, which stopped when she stopped the medication.
research Alopecia associated with agomelatine use: a case report
Stopping the antidepressant agomelatine improved hair loss in a patient.
research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to Antidepressants
Skin reactions to antidepressants are common but usually not serious and can be treated.
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5 / 95 resultscommunity Treatment of Finasteride Induced Gynecomastia (Male breast tissue growth)
Finasteride can cause gynecomastia, which may be reversible by stopping the drug and using selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) like tamoxifen. Lifestyle changes such as weight loss and avoiding alcohol can also help, but surgery may be needed if the condition persists.
community Study of thousands of Fin users over 20 years finds no evidence of Fin induced sexual dysfunction
The conversation is about a finding that finasteride does not significantly increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, with users sharing mixed personal experiences regarding side effects.
community Hair loss over a year following depression and taking antidepressants
A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant side effects.
community Finasteride does deplete important nuero-active steroids
Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.
community UPDATE: The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!
Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.