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Glossary Diagnostic

identifying causes of hair loss for targeted treatment

Diagnostic refers to the process of identifying the underlying causes of hair loss through various methods, including trichoscopy and scalp evaluation. This approach is crucial in differentiating between types of hair loss, such as androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, or telogen effluvium, allowing for targeted treatment strategies. Key distinguishing characteristics of a diagnostic evaluation include the examination of hair and scalp morphology, the assessment of hair density, and the identification of any inflammatory or scarring conditions.

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research Diagnosis and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline

1265 citations , October 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

This guideline from the Endocrine Society recommends using the Rotterdam criteria for diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and outlines first-line treatments, emphasizing hormonal contraceptives and lifestyle intervention.

research Diagnostic and predictive value of horizontal sections of scalp biopsy specimens in male pattern androgenetic alopecia

309 citations , May 1993 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study concluded that horizontal sections of scalp biopsy specimens provide more diagnostic information for male pattern androgenetic alopecia than vertical sections and can predict hair regrowth potential following topical minoxidil therapy.

research Current Guidelines for Diagnosing PCOS

254 citations , March 2023 in “Diagnostics”

This manuscript reviews current diagnostic criteria for polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing the need for accurate diagnosis in both clinical and research settings, but it does not provide new clinical findings.

research Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

97 citations , February 2007 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology”

This article reviews the diagnostic criteria and prevalence of PCOS, emphasizing its status as the most common endocrine disorder among women of reproductive age, with no new clinical results reported.

research Diagnosis and management of the dermatologic manifestations of the polycystic ovary syndrome

97 citations , July 2006 in “Dermatologic therapy”

This article reviews the diagnosis and treatment approaches for cutaneous manifestations of PCOS, reporting on various treatment options without presenting new clinical results.

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community Why Hair Loss Needs Proper Diagnosis (Dermatologist Insight)

in Treatment 66 upvotes 7 months ago

Hair loss requires proper diagnosis as it can have various causes, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are often used. Many people express frustration with dermatologists and turn to self-research and alternative sources for treatment.

community Black light diagnosis of folliculitis

3 upvotes 1 month ago

A user observed orange fluorescence on their nose and hair under a black light, indicating Cutibacterium acnes, which may contribute to hair loss alongside androgenic alopecia. A suggestion was made to use coal tar shampoo to address the issue.

community Is the clinic diagnosis legit to you ?

in Transplants 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The clinic diagnosed the user with NW3 and AGA, noting thinning hair despite using finasteride for 3 years, and suggested PRP and Mesotherapy before considering a transplant. The user questions the necessity of these treatments without confirming retrograde alopecia and its treatability.

community I need advice on my status quo, further actions and diagnostic

in General 163 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is experiencing hair loss, possibly due to androgenic alopecia or telogen effluvium, and is considering treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841. They also mention potential iron deficiency and sleep deprivation as contributing factors.

community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

55 upvotes 2 years ago

A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

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learn Baricitinib

Baricitinib: Can I use it even if I don’t have a medical diagnosis but I have patchy hair loss? Use baricitinib only with a medical diagnosis of alopecia areata.

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