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    GlossaryFolliculitis (follicle inflammation)

    inflammation of hair follicles, often due to infection

    Folliculitis is an inflammation of the hair follicles, often caused by bacterial or fungal infections. It appears as small, red bumps or white-headed pimples around hair follicles, and can be itchy or painful. In severe cases, it can lead to scarring or permanent hair loss.

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      learn Baricitinib

      JAK inhibitor that reduces inflammation and immune attacks on hair follicles, leading to potential hair regrowth, especially in alopecia areata cases

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

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      growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair

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      research Dermatitis Cruris Pustulosa et Atrophicans

      11 citations , January 2009 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology”
      DCPA is a chronic skin condition affecting the lower limbs, mainly in men, with unclear causes and treatments that often don't work well.
      Hot Stuff: Thermal Imaging Aids in Cellulitis Diagnosis

      research Hot Stuff: Thermal Imaging Aids in Cellulitis Diagnosis

      4 citations , February 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
      The document concludes that a protein involved in hair growth may link to baldness and that more research is needed on its role in hair loss and skin cancer treatments.
      Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias

      research Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias

      90 citations , June 2006 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology”
      The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.

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      community Unofficial Dermapen/Roller Guide

      in Treatment  256 upvotes 7 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling (dermarolling and dermapen) and the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It provides detailed information about cost and usage of the various treatments, as well as potential side effects.

      community can someone help me identify these pls

      in Treatment 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  414 upvotes 11 months ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

      in Update  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.

      community How does low level laser therapy?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is debated for hair regrowth, with some users suggesting it should be combined with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for effectiveness. Many users express skepticism about LLLT's efficacy and cost, emphasizing the need for the correct wavelength and quality devices.