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GlossarySézary syndrome

rare, aggressive skin cancer involving malignant T-cells

Sézary syndrome is a rare and aggressive form of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, a type of cancer that originates in the T-lymphocytes (a kind of white blood cell) and primarily affects the skin. It is characterized by the presence of cancerous T-cells in the blood, skin, and lymph nodes, leading to symptoms such as red, itchy, and scaly skin, enlarged lymph nodes, and sometimes hair loss.

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research The spectrum of hair loss in patients with mycosis fungoides and Sézary syndrome

39 citations , October 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Some patients with mycosis fungoides or Sézary syndrome experience hair loss, which may be similar to alopecia areata or linked to skin lesions, possibly due to abnormal T cells, and bexarotene can help treat it.

Follicular Mucinosis in Association with Sézary Syndrome

research Follicular mucinosis in association with Sezary syndrome

17 citations , May 1987 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

A patient with Sézary syndrome showed improvement after treatment and the study suggested follicular mucinosis might indicate future lymphoma risk.

research An occurrence of eosinophilic folliculitis and alopecia associated with a sustained complete response to mogamulizumab in Sézary syndrome: a case report

5 citations , January 2024 in “Therapeutic Advances in Hematology”

Mogamulizumab treatment in Sézary syndrome may cause skin issues and hair loss but can lead to a complete response.

Characteristics Associated with Significantly Worse Quality of Life in Mycosis Fungoides/Sézary Syndrome from the Prospective Cutaneous Lymphoma International Prognostic Index (PROCLIPI) Study

research Characteristics associated with significantly worse quality of life in mycosis fungoides/Sézary syndrome from the Prospective Cutaneous Lymphoma International Prognostic Index ( PROCLIPI ) study

67 citations , May 2019 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

People with mycosis fungoides/Sézary syndrome have a much lower quality of life.

Dermoscopy: 4th Conference of the Section of Dermoscopy and Other Skin Imaging Techniques of the Polish Dermatological Society - Abstracts

research Dermoscopy — 4th Conference of the Section of Dermoscopy and Other Skin Imaging Techniques (DiTOS) of the Polish Dermatological Society — Abstracts

January 2026 in “Forum Dermatologicum”

Hair loss can be caused by cancer, treatments, or skin conditions, and trichoscopy helps diagnose it.

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community So it turns out Post Finasteride Syndrome was never real?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 271 upvotes 1 year ago

Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 757 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.

community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?

in Finasteride 38 upvotes 7 years ago

A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.

community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 71 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.

community risks with finasteride and dutasteride

in Research/Science 141 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride and dutasteride have potential risks, including post-finasteride syndrome, but are commonly used for hair loss. RU58841, minoxidil, and needling are suggested as alternatives, though all treatments carry risks.

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