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Glossary Broken Hair

Broken hair refers to strands of hair that have become damaged and fractured, often resulting in uneven lengths and a frizzy appearance. This condition can be caused by various factors, including excessive heat styling, chemical treatments, environmental stressors, and mechanical damage from brushing or tying hair too tightly. While broken hair is not a direct cause of hair loss, it can contribute to the overall appearance of thinning hair and may exacerbate the psychological effects of hair loss. Key distinguishing characteristics include split ends, rough texture, and a lack of shine.

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research Hyponychial broken hairs: A novel dermoscopic sign of trichotillomania

July 2026 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology”

research Hair and scalp dermatoscopy

245 citations , March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This review discusses the dermoscopic features of common hair and scalp disorders and reports no new clinical results, aiming to assist dermatologists in diagnosing conditions like tinea capitis and alopecia areata.

research Corkscrew Hair: A New Dermoscopic Sign for Diagnosis of Tinea Capitis in Black Children

108 citations , March 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Corkscrew hair may be a new sign for quickly diagnosing scalp fungus in black children.

research Dermoscopic Approach to a Small Round to Oval Hairless Patch on the Scalp

41 citations , January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology”

This study found that dermoscopy showed distinctive patterns for different types of alopecia, supporting its clinical usefulness for diagnosing diseases with small round or oval hairless patches on the scalp.

research Hair extensions: a concerning cause of hair disorders

34 citations , November 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Hair extensions can cause hair loss and scalp damage, and these problems might be more common than people realize.

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community Hair Loss Has Broken Me. I'm An Old Haggard Man at Age 23.

13 upvotes 10 years ago

A 23-year-old feels devastated by hair loss despite using Minoxidil and finasteride since age 18, and is advised to embrace baldness, improve physical fitness, and consider hair systems. The conversation emphasizes self-acceptance, confidence, and exploring new interests to improve mental well-being.

community Ultimate Stack without nuking your gender (you'll go broke)

86 upvotes 1 year ago

A hair loss treatment plan includes finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and microneedling to inhibit DHT and promote hair growth. It also recommends supplements like Reishi and Lion’s Mane mushrooms, and a shampoo with ketoconazole, caffeine, and melatonin.

community 3-year fin/min plateau broken? Crown progress update (May 2025 – Present)

50 upvotes 2 months ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after adding GHK-Cu injections to their existing treatment of topical finasteride and oral minoxidil, breaking a long plateau. They are curious if others have had similar experiences with adding new treatments to their regimen.

community Back in February, I had a snowboarding injury: one broken rib and a crushed right pectoral. That led to almost 3 months of complete inactivity. After that period, I decided it was time to start training again. I’m 44 years old, turning 45 soon. I’m a for

in Journals / Progress Pictures 362 upvotes 10 months ago

A 44-year-old experienced hair regrowth after a snowboarding injury using detox, diet changes, vitamins, collagen, krill oil, and scalp massages, without Minoxidil or finasteride. Another person was skeptical, suggesting these methods may not work for everyone.

community Why doesn’t Kevin Mann (Haircafe) use dutasteride, given that it’s more effective than finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 42 upvotes 1 year ago

Kevin Mann avoids dutasteride because it comes in gelatin capsules, which he avoids as a vegan, and he is satisfied with finasteride's results. He prefers finasteride due to more long-term research and follows the principle of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it."

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learn Finasteride

Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

What does finasteride do to the female body? Find out its side effects. Finasteride is not approved for hair loss in women anywhere; the one controlled trial, in 137 postmenopausal women at 1 mg daily, found no benefit over placebo, while smaller uncontrolled studies at higher off-label doses report some improvement. It is contraindicated in pregnancy and crushed or broken tablets must not be handled. Side effects in women are poorly described; in men the range of reported side effects is wider than sexual alone (mood and suicidal thoughts, cognitive complaints, breast and semen effects), some reported to persist after stopping.