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research Alopecia Areata: A Review
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition treated with corticosteroids, and histologic confirmation is the best diagnosis method.
research Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution
Some people with pattern hair loss may also have scalp inflammation and scarring similar to lichen planopilaris.
research Male Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia with Generalized Hair Loss
A 66-year-old man with a rare case of male frontal fibrosing alopecia did not regrow hair despite treatment.
research Novel Application of Light-Emitting Diode Therapy in the Treatment of Eyebrow Loss in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
LED therapy can safely and effectively regrow eyebrows in people with frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research The Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome
Eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome, linked to contaminated L-tryptophan supplements, caused severe symptoms and some deaths, with long-term effects in survivors.
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5 / 167 resultscommunity DHT Oily Scalp Dangers: Theory of an Oily Scalp and PPAR-GAMMA Dysregulation
Excessive scalp sebum, worsened by DHT, can lead to inflammation and hair loss, with clascoterone mentioned as a treatment. Diet changes seem ineffective for scalp sebum, and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are suggested.
community Where to Begin with Microneedling?
User is considering microneedling to enhance hair regrowth after limited response to minoxidil and better results with finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Recommendations include using a 1.5mm derma roller once a week, avoiding minoxidil on microneedling days, and disinfecting the roller with isopropyl alcohol.
community Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP
Men with hair loss might have lichen planopilaris (LPP), which can mimic androgenetic alopecia, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Proper diagnosis, including biopsies, is crucial to distinguish between androgenetic alopecia and conditions like LPP.
community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.
A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.
community 9 months on Fin - no progress , should I get on Dutasteride?
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral for hair loss but hasn't seen regrowth, only maintenance. They are considering switching to dutasteride, which is believed to be more effective, but are concerned about potential side effects.