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glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin
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antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
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research Diffuse Hair Loss in Secondary Syphilis in HIV Positive Man: Case Report
A man with HIV had hair loss due to syphilis, which improved after penicillin treatment.
research A guide to distinguish alopecia areata from other hair loss diseases presenting similar clinical manifestations
The document provides ways to tell alopecia areata from other similar hair loss conditions, using visual checks and specific tests.
research Hair loss in hospital medicine: a practical guide
The guide helps clinicians diagnose and manage hair loss, detailing examination techniques and treatments for different types of alopecia.
research Alopecia syphilitica diffusa
Treatment with benzylpenicillin and prednisolone cured the patient's syphilis and hair loss.
research 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.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity [23M] Hair got better at 3 months, then much worse. What now?
The user experienced initial hair improvement with dutasteride and minoxidil but saw worsening at seven months, likely due to shedding. The consensus is to continue treatment, as shedding is common and improvement may take up to a year.
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.
community AGA/male pattern baldness and loss of hair in the past 6months
A 25-year-old male experienced significant hair loss due to telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia. He began using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins, seeing some regrowth but remains worried about hair density.
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 TE turned into Scarring hairloss
The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.