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GlossaryTumor Necrosis Factor

protein involved in inflammation and immune system regulation

Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF), also known as TNF-alpha, is a protein produced by the immune system that plays a crucial role in inflammation and the body's response to infection. It helps regulate immune cells, but excessive TNF can lead to chronic inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.

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Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens Et Suffodiens Treatment With Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitors and Baricitinib: A Case Report and Literature Review

research Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens et suffodiens treatment with tumor necrosis factor inhibitors and baricitinib: A case report and literature review

2 citations , March 2023 in “Frontiers in medicine”

A 15-year-old boy's severe scalp condition improved significantly with adalimumab and baricitinib treatment.

research Tumor necrosis factor inhibitors and janus kinase inhibitors in the treatment of cicatricial alopecia: A systematic review

February 2024 in “PloS one”

Tofacitinib and adalimumab are promising treatments for cicatricial alopecia with few side effects.

research Tumor necrosis factor α inhibitor-induced alopecia in pediatric patients: a cohort of 20 patients and review of the literature

3 citations , June 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

Stopping TNFα inhibitors can help children regrow hair lost due to the medication.

research Tumor necrosis factor-alpha inhibitor associated psoriasiform alopecia (drug-induced psoriasiform alopecia)

1 citations , April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks”

Some medications for inflammation can cause a condition with scalp rashes and hair loss, often linked to Crohn's disease, and may require treatment changes to prevent permanent hair loss.

A Systematic Review of Tumor Necrosis Factor-α Blockers, Anti-Interleukins, and Small Molecule Inhibitors for Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp Treatment

research A systematic review of tumor necrosis factor-α blockers, anti-interleukins, and small molecule inhibitors for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp treatment

May 2025 in “Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases”

TNF-α blockers and IL inhibitors improve symptoms in most patients with severe scalp condition, but more research is needed.

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community NMN Promotes Cell Proliferation and Hair Growth by Reducing Oxidative Stress

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 2 years ago

NMN shows promise in promoting hair growth by reducing oxidative stress and weakening androgens. It may be a beneficial addition to hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

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Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

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