Hair Transplantation in Burn Scar Alopecia

January 2015 in “ Scars, burns & healing ”

Bessam Farjo, Nilofer Farjo, Greg D. Williams

TLDR Hair transplantation effectively treats burn scar alopecia, improving self-esteem and confidence.

This article discusses the use of hair transplantation as a treatment for burn scar alopecia, which can require multiple surgeries over several years due to the unreliable success of graft take in scarred skin. The article explores the current surgical technique of hair transplant surgery by follicular unit extraction (FUE) or strip follicular unit transplant (FUT) as the treatment of choice for alopecic areas that require a more refined aesthetic result. The article also mentions non-surgical options available for hair restoration. The article emphasizes the negative impact of hair loss on a burn survivor's self-esteem and confidence. Overall, hair transplantation is found to be the best option for treating scarring alopecia in various areas of the body, including the scalp, beard, eyebrows, and eyelashes.

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community This subreddit is 250K members strong, and only 95 likes for this game-changing Verteporfin research? It's pitiful. We need to be encouraging and supportive to any hair transplant surgeon willing to do research on Verteporfin! Go like the video, leave an encouraging comment, and spread this video

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community 18-year progress pics. Fin only.

in Progress Pictures 419 upvotes 1 month ago

The user has been using finasteride for 18 years to manage hair loss and is considering starting minoxidil and possibly a hair transplant. Despite some regrowth, they are exploring additional treatments like dutasteride and oral minoxidil due to continued hair thinning.

community Maybe oral min was not that good of an idea for someone this naturally hairy

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Clinical studies by Dr. Barghouthi and Dr. Bloxham indicate that Verteporfin, when used with FUE and FUT hair transplantation methods, shows promise in hair follicle regeneration and minimal scarring due to its ability to inhibit Yes-associated protein (YAP). Microneedling at depths of 3-3.5mm, combined with Verteporfin, could potentially reactivate dormant follicles, although the optimal dosage and application method are still under investigation. Concerns remain about the DHT sensitivity of regenerated follicles, highlighting the need for further research to optimize trauma levels and Verteporfin concentrations to achieve effective and scar-free hair regeneration.

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