Search

for
Search:

GlossaryDyspigmentation

abnormal color changes in skin or hair due to melanin issues

Dyspigmentation refers to abnormal changes in the color of the skin or hair due to irregularities in melanin production or distribution. This can manifest as patches of skin that are either darker (hyperpigmentation) or lighter (hypopigmentation) than the surrounding areas, and can be caused by various factors including genetic conditions, inflammation, infections, or exposure to certain chemicals.

Related Terms

Learn

0 / 0 results

— no results

Research

5 / 777 results

research Discoid Lupus Erythematosus Skin Lesion Distribution and Characteristics in Black Patients: A Retrospective Cohort Study

19 citations, November 2021 in “Lupus Science & Medicine”

Black patients with discoid lupus erythematosus have more severe skin damage and higher chances of dyspigmentation, scalp, and ear involvement.

Long-Term Complications of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: The Spectrum of Chronic Problems in Survivors Necessitates Multidisciplinary Follow-Up

research Long-Term Complications of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: The Spectrum of Chronic Problems in Survivors Necessitates Multidisciplinary Follow-Up

105 citations, February 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Survivors of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis need ongoing care for various long-term health problems.

research Development of the CLASI as an Outcome Instrument for Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus

52 citations, March 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

The CLASI is a reliable tool for measuring the severity of cutaneous lupus erythematosus.

research Alopecia in Patients Treated with Molecularly Targeted Anticancer Therapies

44 citations, September 2015 in “Annals of Oncology”

Targeted cancer therapies have a significant but lower risk of causing hair loss compared to chemotherapy.

research Laser Therapy on Darker Ethnic Skin

35 citations, October 2003 in “Dermatologic clinics”

Laser therapy on darker skin has higher risks and needs expert handling.

View more "dyspigmentation" in research →

Community Join

2 / 2 results

community Hairline Progress (One Year Difference)

in Progress Pictures 63 upvotes 1 year ago

Hairline progress after one year using 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride daily. Some users struggle to see the difference, but overall discussion includes treatment experience and age.

community 1 1/2 Year Results on Finasteride

in Finasteride 187 upvotes 5 years ago

A user sharing their positive experience with taking finasteride as part of their hair loss treatment regimen, which also included biotin, Nizoral Shampoo, OGX Biotin & Collagen Shampoo, and iRestore Laser Cap. Others shared their own experiences and advice on treating hair loss.