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research Elastin staining patterns in primary cicatricial alopecia

30 citations , November 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study reported that patterns of fibrosis identified through elastin staining may help distinguish specific forms of primary cicatricial alopecia in biopsy specimens, with certain patterns suggesting particular diagnoses.

research The utility of elastic Verhoeff-Van Gieson staining in dermatopathology

38 citations , December 2012 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology”

This review discusses the significance of elastic tissue staining in dermatopathology, particularly for diagnosing primary elastic tissue disorders and other skin conditions, but reports no new clinical results.

research Elastic Staining in Differentiating Between Follicular Streamers and Follicular Scars in Horizontal Scalp Biopsy Sections

11 citations , August 2017 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology”

This study found that the Elastic Verhoeff–Van Gieson stain may help differentiate between follicular streamers and scars in cicatricial and noncicatricial alopecias by highlighting differences in the elastic fiber network on horizontal scalp biopsy sections.

research Elastic staining versus fluorescent and polarized microscopy in the diagnosis of alopecia

18 citations , May 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study concludes that elastic tissue staining is the most reliable method for identifying scarring patterns in alopecia biopsy specimens, and polarized microscopy may provide specific insights for nonscarring alopecia.

research Elastic tissue in scars and alopecia

80 citations , March 2000 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology”

This study found that the Verhoeff-Van Gieson stain effectively distinguishes scarred from non-scarred dermis and aids in classifying types of permanent alopecia based on elastic tissue patterns.

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community One year on finasteride has reversed some aging

in Chat 198 upvotes 11 months ago

Finasteride and minoxidil use resulted in a more youthful appearance and improved skin. There is debate about their effects on collagen and skin aging, with no solid evidence supporting significant changes due to finasteride.

community Why use Finasteride instead of Dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 39 upvotes 2 years ago

People are discussing why some choose finasteride over dutasteride for hair loss, noting that while dutasteride is more effective, it's also more expensive, less researched, and potentially has more side effects. Some users shared personal experiences with side effects from both drugs, and others mentioned that finasteride is FDA approved for hair loss, while dutasteride is not, except in Japan.

community Elastin based peptides help reduce wrinkles. Can they help the scalp too?

14 upvotes 5 months ago

Elastin-based peptides may help reduce wrinkles and could potentially benefit the scalp. The conversation suggests using them with hyaluronic acid gel to improve scalp health and reduce hair fall.

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