Case 6

May 2019 in “ Small Animal Dermatology ”

hair coat thinning bacterial skin infections juvenile onset generalised demodicosis Colour dilution alopecia CDA UV damage abnormal hair follicles alopecia differential diagnoses diagnostic tools treatment options hair loss skin infections demodicosis Color dilution alopecia hair follicle issues baldness diagnosis methods treatments

TLDR The dog has Color Dilution Alopecia, causing hair loss and increased risk of skin infections.

The chapter discusses a case involving a 4-year-old female Dobermann with a history of hair coat thinning and recurrent bacterial skin infections on the dorsum, initially thought to be juvenile onset generalised demodicosis. It is designed to help students and practicing veterinarians improve their clinical dermatology skills through practical, well-illustrated information and self-assessment questions. The condition of the dog is identified as Colour dilution alopecia (CDA), a cosmetic issue that can lead to skin exposure to UV damage and susceptibility to bacterial infections due to abnormal hair follicles. CDA is characterized by a progression from early broken hairs that may regrow to complete alopecia without hair regrowth. The chapter includes questions and detailed answers to aid in understanding differential diagnoses, diagnostic tools, and treatment options for such conditions.

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The treatment for androgenetic alopecia involves using finasteride and minoxidil with intense exercise and cold exposure to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, potentially leading to hair regrowth. This approach may activate biological pathways for improved hair and overall health.

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Hair loss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments like estrogen and spironolactone can be effective.

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A user's personal hair loss progress with treatments, including finasteride (1.25mg), minoxidil, needling, and Nizoral; and advice from other users on how to perform the needling correctly.

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A 22-year-old male has been experiencing hair thinning since 18 and was prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone for hair loss and high blood pressure, despite inquiring about finasteride. A reply suggests that spironolactone is less effective than finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and recommends seeking a second medical opinion.

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A user reports significant improvement in scalp thinning after nearly 2 months of using Nutrafol, along with derma rolling and weekly rosemary oil application. Another user suggests the success might be due to saw palmetto in Nutrafol and shares their own experience of maintaining hair without finasteride.

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A person realized they were balding when their sister pointed it out and is now using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and plans to add dutasteride and RU58841. Others in the conversation emphasize the importance of honesty about hair loss and caution against an overly aggressive treatment regimen, especially before a hair transplant.

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