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research Hair Shaft Abnormalities – Clues to Diagnosis and Treatment

44 citations , January 2005 in “Dermatology”

This article reviews the clinical and diagnostic features of hair shaft disorders, emphasizing the role of structured patient assessments and the avoidance of hair trauma, but reports no new results.

research Description of clinical aspects and microscopy of the hair shaft of a carrier of familial monilethrix

1 citations , January 2018 in “Jornal Brasileiro de Patologia e Medicina Laboratorial”

This case report describes a 10-year-old girl with monilethrix, detailing hereditary autosomal dominant traits and distinctive nodular hair shaft abnormalities observed in her family through clinical examination and microscopic analysis.

research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders with Fragility—Part I

33 citations , June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

This review examines hair shaft disorders, reporting limited evidence for treatments like minoxidil and oral retinoids, and emphasizes gentle hair care and genetic counseling for managing congenital cases.

research Bubble hair and other acquired hair shaft anomalies due to hot ironing on wet hair

15 citations , January 2011 in “International journal of trichology”

This report describes a classic case of bubble hair, an acquired hair shaft abnormality, in a 22-year-old woman after using a hot iron on wet hair.

research Sparse Brittle Hair and Bilateral Temporal Alopecia in a Child

July 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual”

A 2-year-old boy has a rare hair disorder causing brittle hair and hair loss, which may improve with age.

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community Nizoral is drying my hair and I don’t know what else to do

4 upvotes 8 months ago

A 25-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is experiencing hair dryness and damage after using topical minoxidil and Nizoral. She is advised to reduce washing frequency, use a bond builder like K18, apply a silicone-based serum, and consider using a shower filter and different oils like argan oil for better hair health.

community can we talk about the effect of DHT on hair TEXTURE (not just thickness/density)

41 upvotes 1 month ago

Finasteride treatment improved hair texture and reduced frizz for some users, though full restoration of original texture may take time. Hair texture changes were noted across the head, with some areas responding faster to treatment.

community Fin advice please - losing ground!!

5 upvotes 8 months ago

The user experienced hair loss issues after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back, with stress and seborrheic dermatitis affecting hair quality. They plan to continue finasteride, treat seborrheic dermatitis, and monitor nutrient levels, considering low-dose oral minoxidil if safe.

community Ketoconazole shampoo has worked great for me. Those looking to take preventative measures should consider it.

in Ketoconazole 178 upvotes 1 year ago

Ketoconazole shampoo helps reduce hair shedding and improve thickness for some, but can cause dryness or irritation. Its effectiveness compared to finasteride or minoxidil varies among users.

community My final attempt at creatine with fin

43 upvotes 1 year ago

Creatine may cause hair shedding and texture changes, with mixed user experiences. Combining creatine with finasteride doesn't always prevent these effects, possibly due to individual DHT sensitivity.

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learn Vitamin B6

What are the signs of a Vitamin B6 deficiency related to hair health? Signs of Vitamin B6 deficiency include hair thinning, dry scalp, and brittle hair.

learn Keratin

Are there any risks of using keratin products too often on fragile hair? Frequent use of keratin products can lead to hair stiffness and increased fragility.
Are there any risks of using keratin products too often on fragile hair? Using keratin products too often can make fragile hair more prone to breakage.

learn Biotin

supplement to help with hair texture and quality

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