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Glossary Trichophagia

compulsive eating of one's own hair

Trichophagia is a compulsive behavior where an individual eats their own hair. This condition is often associated with trichotillomania, a disorder characterized by the urge to pull out one's hair, and can lead to serious medical complications such as the formation of hairballs (trichobezoars) in the digestive tract.

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community Noticing hair loss after eating certain foods

3 months ago

The user experiences hair loss and scalp reactions after eating certain non-organic foods, leading them to adopt an all-organic diet which has stabilized their hair condition. Suggestions include using liver-supporting herbs and considering gut health issues like histamine sensitivity.

community Positive Hair Result in Patient using Tirzepatide

4 upvotes 1 year ago

A 57-year-old man with male pattern hair loss and insulin resistance experienced hair regrowth and weight loss after using tirzepatide, without other hair treatments. Dysregulated glucose metabolism is linked to hair loss, with tirzepatide potentially improving hair density by normalizing insulin resistance.

community Is trichogram a good thing for testing genetic hair loss

2 upvotes 7 months ago

A dermatologist checked for hereditary hair loss using blood tests and plans to perform a trichogram. The user had slightly low Vitamin D3 levels, and the trichogram may help confirm androgenetic alopecia.

community [Discussion] Trichoscopy in sudden-onset AGA: Pathology and reversibility of "Yellow Dots" without 5AR-inhibitors?

4 upvotes 6 months ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, finasteride, dutasteride, pumpkin seeds, saw palmetto, and scalp massage. The consensus is that finasteride or dutasteride is necessary for significant regrowth, while other methods may only slow hair loss.

community trichoscopy: for those of you with microscopes

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses using USB microscopes for scalp photos and provides a link to an overview of trichoscopy. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Trichoscopy. 5 month difference. Picture of my sink after applying sea salt spray

5 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is using minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss and is concerned about shedding and potential aggressive hair loss. They noticed some regrowth in trichoscopy pictures but are unsure about real-life changes.

community Can trichodynia ruin an exosome treatment?

in Chat 1 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has tried various hair loss treatments including topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and exosome therapy, but none have been effective. They suspect trichodynia might be preventing these treatments from working.

community DHT itch and sugar intake ! Anybody seen a link ?

5 upvotes 1 year ago

Reducing sugar intake may lessen scalp itchiness associated with hair loss, even when using treatments like finasteride. Some users also report similar symptoms while on dutasteride.

community Anybody else experience a itchy inflamed scalp after eating high sugar or fast foods?

3 upvotes 2 years ago

Eating high sugar or fast foods can cause an itchy, inflamed scalp, especially in areas with hair thinning. Reducing sugar intake and consuming vitamin D3 and fatty fish may help alleviate symptoms.

community Hair thinning and gut health

4 upvotes 8 years ago

The conversation discusses hair thinning potentially linked to gut health issues and suggests biotin as a possible treatment. It also mentions that hair thinning could be due to male pattern baldness (MPB).

community Considering quitting vegetarianism (telogen effluvium)

3 upvotes 3 years ago

A vegetarian with IBS is considering reintroducing fish to improve gut and hair health due to protein concerns. Suggestions include adding tofu, avoiding vegan protein shakes, and considering a more carb/fat dominant diet.

community Recently went to a trichologist and got recommended these 4 products to treat AGA.

1 month ago

The trichologist recommended products with ingredients like retinol, caffeine, and placenta extract for AGA, but users believe these are ineffective and possibly a scam. They suggest consulting a dermatologist and using proven treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride instead.

community Losing hair without the white bulb, Tressless GPT's Response. Do you guys agree?

4 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss without a white bulb may indicate mechanical damage, anagen effluvium, alopecia areata, or traction alopecia. Seeking a specialist is recommended, but access can be difficult in smaller areas.

community Malabsorption: Nutrient Testing and Supplementation

2 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is experiencing severe hair loss due to gut malabsorption and is seeking advice on nutrient testing and supplementation. They have low Vitamin D and Ferritin levels and are asking for recommendations on additional nutrients and blood tests to consider.

community Intense hairfall, please help

2 upvotes 12 years ago

A 22-year-old experiencing intense hair loss across the scalp seeks advice, considering factors like nutrition and genetics. Suggestions include checking vitamin, mineral, and thyroid levels.

community Did these tests—any of these linked to diffuse thinning?

5 upvotes 1 year ago

A 25-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is advised to address high TSH levels and low iron, and consider treatments like finasteride. Weight loss and improved diet are also suggested to potentially help with hair health.

community Telogen Effuvium from crash diet recovery help.

1 upvotes 9 years ago

A person experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and is now seeking advice on recovery, including dietary changes and potential treatments like biotin and pumpkin seed oil. They are concerned about nutrient deficiencies and considering a dermatologist visit for further guidance.

community Diffuse Thinning From Low Iron and Thyroid -Finally Seeing Regrowth After Fixing the Root Cause

26 upvotes 10 months ago

A female experienced hair loss due to low iron and an undiagnosed thyroid issue, specifically Hashimoto's, and saw improvement after starting thyroid medication, iron supplements, and making lifestyle changes. She emphasizes the importance of addressing the root cause and shares her journey to regrowth and emotional recovery.

community Possible causes for crown/top of head thinning even while on a "nuclear" stack? (MTF + fin + microneedling)

2 upvotes 3 years ago

Trans woman experiences hair thinning despite low testosterone and treatments like finasteride and microneedling. Possible causes discussed include past eating disorder and current stack of medications and supplements.

community Trichotest Results: no Finasteride

5 upvotes 4 years ago

The user received trichotest results indicating finasteride is ineffective for them, and they plan to use dutasteride mesotherapy and add cetirizine to minoxidil. They seek advice on incorporating dutasteride into their regimen.

community Mystery hair loss and colour change

5 upvotes 6 years ago

The user is experiencing severe hair loss and color change despite low testosterone levels and healthy lifestyle changes. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo and consulted a dermatologist, who found no scalp issues but suggested using Toppik for coverage.

community Peptide Therapy -> GHK-CU, ZN-Thumulin, PTD-DBM

4 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about the use of peptide therapies for hair loss, specifically GHK-CU, ZN-Thymulin, and PTD-DBM. The user is seeking feedback on the effectiveness of these treatments from those who have tried them.

community Bruteforcing alopecia or the new advent of science progress

22 upvotes 1 year ago

Combining therapies like scyllo-inositol, alpha-ketoglutarate, and autophagy-inducing supplements may enhance hair growth and prevent hair loss. Reporting individual results can accelerate progress in hair loss treatments.

community Two Shedding Cycles? Telogen effluvium or not?

4 upvotes 6 years ago

The user experienced significant hair loss after extended fasting, initially thought to be Telogen Effluvium, but later suspected male pattern baldness. They tried finasteride briefly but stopped due to concerns about side effects, and are unsure if the hair loss is due to Telogen Effluvium or another cause.

community I Found Foreign Particles in my Tretinoin Cream

in Treatment 2 years ago

A user applied tretinoin to their scalp for hair loss and found brown particles in the cream. They are seeking information about these particles.

community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

in Chat 115 upvotes 2 years ago

The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

community do hyper responders just have better absorption in there gut?

4 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the impact of H. pylori on nutrient absorption, specifically iron and B12. It also mentions checking serum DHT levels as a potential solution.

community If all these vellus hairs turn terminal I’m gonna be a chewbacca

92 upvotes 6 months ago

The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling, and other treatments for hair regrowth, showing promising results in the temple area. Despite some skepticism, there is optimism about potential improvement.

community Part 2 of previous post including pictures

21 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user has been experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride, with recent photos showing significant thinning. They are considering increasing their dutasteride dosage and possibly trying microneedling, while also addressing concerns about diet and nutrient deficiencies.

community May have been mis-diagnosed for 10 years, self-investigation into AGA + AA Incognita (Defused Shedding)

1 upvotes 1 year ago

A 27-year-old male with AGA and diffused thinning has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, Vitamin D, B12, Iron, and Ketoconazole shampoo. Despite a hair transplant and improved blood levels, he continues to experience hair loss and suspects a possible misdiagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita.