research Evaluation and Diagnosis of the Hair Loss Patient
To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.
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research Dermoscopy-Guided Scalp Biopsy in Cicatricial Alopecia
Using dermoscopy to guide scalp biopsies is an effective way to diagnose cicatricial alopecia.
research Hair and Scalp Dermatoscopy
Dermatoscopy is useful for identifying different hair and scalp conditions and can reduce the need for biopsies.
research Dermoscopy: What's New?
Dermoscopy has improved skin cancer diagnosis and has expanding applications in dermatology, but requires staying updated with new research and techniques.
research A Nonrandomized Study of Trichoscopy Patterns Using Nonpolarized (Contact) and Polarized (Noncontact) Dermatoscopy in Hair and Shaft Disorders
Polarized dermoscopy is slightly better than nonpolarized for diagnosing hair disorders, with each method having its own strengths.
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A user who has been trying various treatments for hair loss for four years, with no success. Suggestions include use of minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, supplements and multivitamins, lifestyle changes, scalp biopsy, and SMP.
community 27/M closing in on a year of fin and min, feel like it’s only gotten worse.
A user reported no improvement in hair loss after nearly a year of using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and weekly microneedling. Other users suggested the possibility of DUPA or retrograde alopecia and mentioned that treatments might only slow down hair loss rather than regrow hair.
community Is this regrowth? Some before & after pictures. Fin (1mg) EOD Reduced scalp pain, You can check my profile for some better pictures, it’s been good or bad, I really don’t know. Let me know about this, Thanks in advance.
A user's progress in hair regrowth after taking finasteride (1mg) every other day, and the replies to the post offering support, advice, and encouragement.
community Dutasteride Isn't Working? Get a Scalp Biopsy NOW
Dutasteride may not be effective for everyone due to underlying issues, suggesting scalp biopsies for further diagnosis. Users discuss using higher doses of dutasteride, topical treatments, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for hair loss management.
community Is this retrograde alopecia ??
The conversation discusses hair thinning and treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and RU58841. Users share experiences with retrograde alopecia, hair transplants, and stress-related hair loss, while also considering thyroid issues and other potential causes.