This study provides a comprehensive review of trichotillomania, focusing on its clinical symptoms, etiology, diagnostics, and treatment methods, while also addressing serious complications like trichobezoars and Rapunzel Syndrome.
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July 2001 in “Clinics in dermatology”
This article discusses hair care practices and hair cosmetics in managing alopecia but reports no new clinical findings; it emphasizes the importance of scalp health and good patient-physician communication.
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April 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
This review discusses psychocutaneous syndromes, detailing their classifications and management strategies, but reports no new clinical findings; it underscores dermatologists' role in these cases.
In this study, tinea capitis was identified as the most common cause of noncicatricial alopecia in children, followed by alopecia areata and marginal traction alopecia. Diagnosis using trichoscopy enhanced understanding by revealing specific hair and scalp disorder characteristics.
The user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride due to continued hair loss and lack of improvement after 8 months. They plan to add minoxidil and are advised to give treatments more time, as progress can take years.
The user managed to stop a receding hairline using minoxidil and finasteride but is unsure if the shorter hairs are normal or miniaturized. They are anxious about finding short hairs when applying minoxidil, questioning if it's due to hair loss progression.
The user experienced increased hairminiaturization and shedding despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and other treatments. They are considering more aggressive treatments or a hair system if no improvement occurs by the end of 2025.
Hair shedding can still occur after long-term use of finasteride, and it is often part of the natural hair cycle. Some users consider adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride to manage shedding.
Hair systems require frequent maintenance and can be costly, but a DIY approach with bi-weekly changes can help manage these issues. Minoxidil and finasteride were tried but not consistently used due to side effects and personal preferences.