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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
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research A pilot study of 2% tofacitinib cream with narrowband ultraviolet B for the treatment of facial vitiligo
Using 2% tofacitinib cream with narrowband ultraviolet B improved facial vitiligo by 70% in patients who didn't respond to previous treatments, with no side effects reported.
research Phototherapy with Topical Minoxidil in Vitiligo: A Randomized Control Trial
Combining minoxidil with phototherapy improves vitiligo treatment better than phototherapy alone.
research Oral tofacitinib: a promising treatment in atopic dermatitis, alopecia areata and vitiligo
Oral tofacitinib shows promise in treating atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata, but only slight improvement in vitiligo.
research 104 Willingness-to-pay of patients with chronic skin diseases: A pilot study
Vitiligo patients are willing to pay the most for treatment, regardless of disease severity.
research Validation of the Cutaneous Lupus Disease Area and Severity Index (CLASI) using physician- and patient-assessed health outcome measures
CLASI is a valid tool for assessing skin activity and damage in lupus patients.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss
Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.
community Fighting Hair loss AND Grey Hair
The user is treating hair loss with topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and Ketoconazole. For grey hair, they use L-Cysteine, L-Methionine, and PABA, and have noticed some re-pigmentation.
community TWIST-1 and the cure: Is it really that easy?
TWIST-1 gene's role in hair loss and potential as a treatment target. Inhibiting TWIST-1 may prolong hair growth and reduce hair follicle sensitivity to DHT.
community UPDATE: The theory that explains everything. Please help me make this big!
Hair loss theory involves 3alpha-hydroxysteroid reductase (3AHD) converting DHT to androstenol. Discussion explores potential treatments and encourages more research.
community IGE Hair Loss and Miniaturization
A 23-year-old male is experiencing diffuse hair loss and miniaturization, possibly due to high IGE levels after using tofacitinib. He seeks advice and has not yet consulted a dermatologist.