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    standardized photographic documentation of scalp or hair loss areas

    Global photography in the context of hair and alopecia refers to standardized photographic documentation of the entire scalp or specific areas of hair loss. This method is used to track changes over time, assess the effectiveness of treatments, and provide a visual record for both patients and healthcare professionals.

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      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 10 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Summaries of Finasteride Studies

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 1 day ago
      Finasteride is effective in promoting hair growth and reversing hair miniaturization in men with androgenetic alopecia, with improvements seen in various studies over different durations. Some users report initial side effects like ball ache, which often resolve as the body adjusts.