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powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
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a novel topical treatment that inhibits DHT on androgen receptors
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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hormone commonly taken for sleep aid has some topical benefits for hair
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch A Review of Topical Corticosteroid Foams
Topical corticosteroid foams are effective, safe, and easy to use for treating various skin conditions.
research Acute diffuse and total alopecia of the female scalp associated with borrelia-infection
A woman's total hair loss was linked to a Borrelia infection and was reversed with appropriate treatment.
research Male frontal fibrosing alopecia with generalised hair loss
A 66-year-old man with a rare case of male frontal fibrosing alopecia did not regrow hair despite treatment.
research Manifestation of pityriasis amiantacea following initiation of minoxidil
A woman developed a rare scalp condition after starting minoxidil, which was resolved with specific shampoo and solution.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp following topical ingenol mebutate for actinic keratoses
Two elderly men developed scalp inflammation after using a gel for skin lesions, which healed with treatment except for some permanent hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity This and ketoconazole 2% life changing
The post discusses the user's experience with hair loss treatment using finasteride, clobetasol propionate, and ketoconazole shampoo. The conversation warns about the potential side effects of clobetasol, a powerful topical steroid, and emphasizes its short-term usage.
community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.
community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone
Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.
community M29 - 4 YEARS on Dutasteride - almost no progress
The user has been on a comprehensive hair loss treatment regimen for four years, including Dutasteride, topical and oral Minoxidil, and various other treatments, but has seen little progress and is considering a hair transplant. Despite trying multiple therapies, including PRP and exosome injections, the user is still experiencing hair thinning and is hesitant about trying peptides due to potential cancer risks.
community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.