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research Unravelling Trichilemmal Carcinoma: A Rare Scalp Malignancy with Diagnostic Dilemmas and Its Multifaceted Management

April 2025 in “Asian Journal of Case Reports in Surgery”

This case report of a 60-year-old male patient diagnosed with trichilemmal carcinoma, initially mistaken for a sebaceous cyst, highlights the importance of careful evaluation of atypical swellings for correct diagnosis and treatment.

CD10 and CD34 in Fetal and Adult Human Hair Follicles: Dynamic Changes in Their Immunohistochemical Expression During Embryogenesis and Hair Cycling

research CD10 and CD34 in fetal and adult human hair follicles: dynamic changes in their immunohistochemical expression during embryogenesis and hair cycling

25 citations , July 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study observed dynamic changes in CD10 and CD34 expression in fetal and adult human hair follicles during embryogenesis and hair cycling.

research Determination of the pH Gradient in Hair Follicles of Human Volunteers Using pH-Sensitive Melamine Formaldehyde-Pyranine Nile Blue Microparticles

13 citations , September 2020 in “Sensors”

This study used melamine formaldehyde particles to measure a pH gradient along the hair shaft, showing a significant pH decrease from the hair sheath to the external shaft.

research Hot comb alopecia.

112 citations , September 1968 in “PubMed”

In this study, irreversible alopecia on the crown of the scalp in Black women using hot combs was associated with chronic inflammation and follicle damage leading to scarring.

research Hot Comb Alopecia

107 citations , September 1968 in “Archives of Dermatology”

In this study, researchers identified a form of irreversible scalp alopecia in Black women using hot combs, characterized by incomplete hair loss primarily on the crown and follicular scarring.

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community Best science-backed supplements for androgenetic alopecia? Looking for real evidence

7 months ago

The conversation discusses treatments for androgenetic alopecia, focusing on evidence-based supplements to complement finasteride. Suggestions include oral minoxidil, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, tocotrienols, and various other supplements, while emphasizing the importance of scientific backing and cautioning against saw palmetto if already using finasteride.

community Are these supplements good enough or am I missing something?

1 year ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of various supplements for hair loss, with some users suggesting higher doses of Zinc and Vitamin C, while others recommend additional supplements like Saw Palmetto and Omega-3. It is concluded that multi-vitamins are often ineffective unless there is a deficiency, and excessive intake can harm hair follicles.

community Hair loss research focused on chemistry for decades because we misunderstood the mechanics of growth.

51 upvotes 7 months ago

Hair growth relies on mechanical forces, not just chemicals, with tissue acting like a motor. Minoxidil and finasteride help, but maintaining tissue elasticity and addressing mechanical issues are essential.

community The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia

675 upvotes 1 year ago

Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.

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learn Osteopontin

signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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