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Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Can Differentiate Dermoscopic White Dots of the Scalp Between Sweat Gland Ducts or Follicular Infundibulum

research Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Can Differentiate Dermoscopic White Dots of the Scalp Between Sweat Gland Ducts or Follicular Infundibulum

20 citations , April 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Reflectance confocal microscopy can tell apart white dots on the scalp as either sweat gland ducts or hair follicle openings.

research Dilation of Multiple Eccrine Ducts as a Highly Specific Marker for Cicatricial Alopecia

3 citations , November 2019 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology”

Widened sweat ducts are a very specific sign of scarring hair loss.

research Identification of Stem Cell Populations in Sweat Glands and Ducts Reveals Roles in Homeostasis and Wound Repair

265 citations , July 2012 in “Cell”

The study found that sweat glands contain different types of stem cells that help with healing and maintaining healthy skin.

research Stage-Specific Embryonic Antigen-4 (SSEA-4) as a Distinguishing Marker Between Eccrine and Apocrine Origin of Ducts of Sweat Glands

3 citations , July 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

SSEA-4 can distinguish between eccrine and apocrine sweat gland ducts.

Characterization of X-Linked Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia Hair and Sweat Gland Phenotypes Using Phototrichogram Analysis and Live Confocal Imaging

research Characterization of X-Linked Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia Hair and Sweat Gland Phenotypes Using Phototrichogram Analysis and Live Confocal Imaging

15 citations , May 2013 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics - Part A”

People with X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia have no sweat ducts and less, thinner hair.

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community Why take Dut only once a week?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 28 upvotes 6 days ago

The conversation discusses using dutasteride once a week to boost finasteride's effectiveness in treating hair loss, with some users reporting fewer side effects and cost savings. Others share experiences with different dosages and combinations, including minoxidil and topical treatments, to find a balance between effectiveness and side effects.

community Joel McHale admits to getting four hair transplants

in Transplants 1351 upvotes 5 months ago

Joel McHale had four hair transplants and likely uses finasteride to maintain his hair. The discussion included personal experiences and side effects of hair loss treatments.

community Dutsteride once a week+6 days fin. Anyone know anything about it?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 12 upvotes 1 year ago

A 19-year-old is experiencing diffuse thinning and has been on finasteride for 6 months, noticing a slower but still concerning rate of hair loss. They started taking 0.5mg of dutasteride once a week in addition to 1.25mg of finasteride on other days and are seeking advice on this treatment approach.

community How to BECOME a RESPONDER to Fin/Dut if you are not responding

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 307 upvotes 2 years ago

The conclusion of this conversation is that the user "DuckSeasonCamelSeasn" found that consuming grapefruit juice prior to taking finasteride or dutasteride helped them become a responder to the medications and regain hair growth. However, there are warnings about potential risks and interactions with other medications, so caution should be exercised.

community Haunting study is making me considering cycling fin/dut

in Research/Science 158 upvotes 3 months ago

Concerns about the long-term effects of dutasteride and finasteride on fertility, with discussions on cycling these medications to mitigate risks. The conversation highlights skepticism about study methodologies and the importance of weighing treatment risks against potential fertility issues.

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