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    GlossaryAbnormal Hair Follicles

    hair follicles deviating from normal structure or function

    Abnormal hair follicles refer to hair follicles that deviate from their typical structure or function, often leading to issues like hair thinning, hair loss, or unusual hair growth patterns. These abnormalities can be caused by genetic factors, hormonal imbalances, autoimmune conditions, or external factors such as trauma or certain medications. For professionals, understanding the underlying cause of these abnormalities is crucial for diagnosing and treating hair-related disorders effectively.

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      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 4 months ago
      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.

      community Finasteride ruined my hair, and my life (so far)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user suspects finasteride worsened their hair loss despite no abnormal shedding and reduced hair fall initially. They are considering various options, including switching brands, trying topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, or waiting for new treatments.

      community Having androgen receptor density and sensitivity at wrong f*ing place

      in Satire  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.