January 2016 in “Case reports in clinical medicine”
This article discusses monilethrix in a 6-year-old girl, explores various aspects of the disease, and its treatment, but reports no new clinical results.
7 citations
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March 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
This study observed that trichoscopic changes associated with EGFRI treatment include pili torti and asymmetric hyperpigmented fusiform widening, along with dermoscopic skin manifestations such as scale and branching vessels.
2 citations
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August 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”
This review discusses the genetic origins of autosomal recessive woolly hair with hypotrichosis and reports no clinical results; it highlights the link to homozygous variants in the K25 keratin gene.
This article reviews the occurrence of ectopic sebaceous glands in hair follicle matrix during hair embryogenesis and reports no new clinical results, indicating unknown pathogenesis and clinical implications.
A user noticed irregularities on their scalp using a digital microscope and suspects scarring alopecia, despite using minoxidil and finasteride. Other users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a possible cause and recommend treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, sulfur soap, selenium sulfide shampoo, and apple cider vinegar rinses.
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss but faced increased shedding and anxiety, regretting not staying with finasteride longer. Other users shared mixed experiences, advising patience with dutasteride, as it may take up to a year to show results.
A user successfully regrew hair over 12 months using topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, microneedling, and supplements, with no side effects. They credit their success to consistency and a comprehensive routine.
The user experienced increased hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite lifestyle improvements and additional treatments like oral minoxidil and PRP. They are concerned about persistent shedding, changes in hormone levels, and potential chronic telogen effluvium, and are considering a scalp biopsy for further investigation.
A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using Finasteride and Minoxidil, noting increased confidence and no serious side effects except for increased body hair. Others in the conversation discussed varying results, potential side effects, and the possibility of switching to Dutasteride if effectiveness decreases.
Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. The transplanted hair is generally permanent, though surrounding native hair can keep thinning.