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GlossarySteroid Pulse Therapy

involves administering high doses of corticosteroids briefly to reduce severe inflammation

Steroid Pulse Therapy, also known as Pulse Steroid Therapy or High-Dose Steroid Therapy, involves administering high doses of corticosteroids over a short period, typically to manage severe inflammation or autoimmune conditions. This approach aims to quickly reduce symptoms and control disease activity, often followed by a tapering schedule to minimize side effects.

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research A systematic review of pulse steroid therapy for alopecia areata

50 citations , January 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Pulse steroid therapy for alopecia areata shows a 43% complete response rate but has a high relapse rate, especially in children.

research Steroid Therapy in Alopecia Universalis

4 citations , June 1963 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Prednisolone can quickly regrow hair in alopecia universalis, but hair falls out after stopping it.

research Steroid topical therapy and pulse dosing therapy for multifocal alopecia areata

January 2003 in “Journal of Practical Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery”

Both steroid treatments effectively regrow hair in severe alopecia areata.

research The place of intralesional steroid therapy in dermatology

39 citations , March 1976 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Intralesional steroid therapy is useful for treating various skin conditions.

research High-dose steroid pulse therapy for the treatment of severe alopecia areata.

21 citations , March 2002 in “PubMed”

High-dose steroid pulse therapy effectively regrows hair in severe multifocal alopecia areata.

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community 12 months of treatment and some questions I have

in Basic Questions 279 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss, but experienced increased hair loss after using testosterone steroids without post-cycle therapy. They are considering switching to dutasteride and have added ketoconazole shampoo to their routine, but are concerned about side effects and the ongoing hair loss.

community 2020 Hair and Scalp Treatments: A Clinical Guide (in Depth 350 Page Guide)

in Treatment 65 upvotes 6 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including topical immunotherapy, regenerative treatments, laser and light-based therapies, oral supplements, intralesional steroids, and new drugs like finasteride and minoxidil.

community Nandrolone Replacement Therapy

in Treatment 43 upvotes 3 years ago

A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.

community Finasteride does deplete important nuero-active steroids

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 2 years ago

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 IGFBP‐rP1 is a potential therapeutic target in androgenic alopecia

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 1 year ago

IGFBP‐rP1 shows potential for treating androgenic alopecia by influencing hair cycle transitions. Increasing IGF-1 levels may have similar effects to Minoxidil and 5-AR inhibitors in reducing hair loss.

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