Predicting Your Hair Loss with a Trichoscopy Report

    Treatment 2/10/2024
    The conversation discusses the use of trichoscopy to predict hair loss patterns and inform treatment approaches. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with varying effectiveness based on gender-specific hair loss patterns.
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      community CTE and lots of shedding for over a year

      in Female  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      A female user has experienced severe hair shedding since stopping birth control in late 2022, diagnosed as telogen effluvium with no signs of androgenetic alopecia. Despite healthy living and optimal bloodwork, she continues to shed hair daily but also sees significant regrowth.

      community I just went to a dermatologist and there were many red flags about him.

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user visited a dermatologist for hair loss concerns and was prescribed a hair lotion called "Lotion revolotion evdermia," which is meant for hair toning, hydration, and anti-aging, not regrowth. The user found the dermatologist's behavior and the prescription to be questionable.

      community Here's why you don't assume you have TE, because you likely don't

      in Chat  45 upvotes 1 month ago
      TE (telogen effluvium) is often misunderstood and is triggered by severe stress or trauma, not minor daily inconveniences. Most hair loss cases are due to male pattern baldness (AGA), and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can help.

      community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.

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      Trichoscopy Update 2011

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      178 citations, December 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports”
      Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases by their unique visual features.
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      89 citations, March 2018 in “The Journal of Dermatology”
      Trichoscopy helps diagnose and monitor alopecia areata by looking at a combination of specific hair and scalp features.
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      86 citations, October 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Trichoscopy is a useful non-invasive method for diagnosing different hair loss conditions.