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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.

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.

Generalized Pustular Toxic Erythema: Pathogenetic Relationship Between Pustule and Epidermal Appendage (Hair Follicle or Sweat Duct)

research Generalized Pustular Toxic Erythema: Pathogenetic Relationship Between Pustule and Epidermal Appendage (Hair Follicle or Sweat Duct)

10 citations, May 1978 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica”

Pustules in toxic erythema are linked to hair follicles or sweat ducts.

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community Joel McHale admits to getting four hair transplants

in Transplants 1328 upvotes 2 weeks 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 311 upvotes 1 year 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 Pyrilutamide vs topical finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user is considering switching to topical finasteride or pyrilutamide to stabilize hair loss before a hair transplant, currently using oral minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include sticking to the current regimen as it is already potent, and caution against using pyrilutamide from unreliable sources.

community Finasteride results after 2 years

in Progress Pictures 91 upvotes 1 month ago

A 36-year-old male has been using 1 mg finasteride for 2 years and recently switched to dutasteride for 3.5 months, noticing stable hair with slight thickening and no significant side effects. Other users discuss their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some reporting no results or side effects.

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