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    GlossaryHair Follicle Damage

    injury to structures responsible for hair growth, causing hair loss

    Hair Follicle Damage, also known as Follicular Damage, refers to the harm or injury sustained by the hair follicles, which are the small structures in the skin responsible for hair growth. This damage can result from various factors such as physical trauma, chemical exposure, infections, or autoimmune conditions like alopecia areata. When hair follicles are damaged, it can lead to hair thinning, hair loss, or even permanent baldness if the follicles are severely affected.

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      community You will lose hair if your prostaglandins aren't in balance

      in Research/Science  54 upvotes 1 month ago
      Prostaglandin balance affects hair loss, particularly in conditions like Lichen Planopilaris, where an imbalance can lead to hair follicle damage. Treatments mentioned include prostaglandin analogs and Pioglitazone HCL, with a focus on maintaining prostaglandin equilibrium for potential hair regrowth.

      community Injured temple with derma rolling

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      OP injured their temple using derma rolling and tretinoin, causing peeling and potential hair follicle damage. Users suggest the injury might be permanent, possibly resulting in scar tissue where hair won't grow.

      community Are Derma Rollers Actually Harmful in the Long Run?

      in Microneedling  40 upvotes 1 month ago
      Derma rollers may cause scarring alopecia, leading some to prefer dermastamps or dermapens for microneedling. Combining minoxidil with microneedling is effective, but proper technique and healing time are essential to prevent damage.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  413 upvotes 2 weeks 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.