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research Head and Neck Restoration in Scar Alopecia: Hair Transplantation in Scalp, Eyebrows, Beard and Mustache.

September 2021 in “PubMed”

This study found that hair transplantation for head and neck scar alopecia was targeted based on scar characteristics, with follicular unit extraction often preferred for less extensive graft needs.

research Head and Neck Restoration in Scar Alopecia: Hair Transplantation in Scalp, Eyebrows, Beard and Mustache

July 2021 in “World journal of plastic surgery”

This study found that hair transplantation techniques, particularly follicular unit extraction (FUE), were effective for head and neck scar alopecia, with method selection based on scar type and depth.

The Effect of Placebo in Split-Scalp and Whole-Head Platelet-Rich Plasma Trials for Androgenetic Alopecia Differs: Findings from a Systematic Review with Quantitative Evidence Syntheses

research The effect of placebo in split‐scalp and whole‐head platelet‐rich plasma trials for androgenetic alopecia differs: Findings from a systematic review with quantitative evidence syntheses

January 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This study found that placebo groups in split-scalp PRP trials for androgenetic alopecia showed less hair loss compared to whole-head trial placebo groups, likely due to PRP diffusion in split-scalp designs.

A Split Head Study of Efficacy of Placebo Versus Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia

research A spilt head study of efficacy of placebo versus platelet-rich plasma injections in the treatment of androgenic alopecia

33 citations , January 2017 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”

This study found that PRP injections improved hair density, quality, and thickness in males with androgenic alopecia compared to placebo, with reported high patient satisfaction and no major side effects.

research Bilateral osteonecrosis of the femoral head associated with corticosteroid therapy for alopecia areata: a case report and review of the literature

3 citations , August 2018 in “Therapeutics and Clinical Risk Management”

This case report discusses a young woman who developed bilateral osteonecrosis of the femoral head after corticosteroid treatment for alopecia areata, underscoring the risk of this complication in patients undergoing such therapy.

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community 6 months on 1mg fin daily. Improvement everywhere except for weird area where hair is parted from the crown down to the side of my head. Bad cowlick? Bed head? Possible shed? Some other alopecia?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 1 month ago

The user has been using finasteride 1 mg daily for 6 months, seeing improvement in hairline but noticing a strange wide part on the side of the crown. Suggestions include using topical dutasteride and considering a hair transplant if the issue persists.

community Hairloss all over body and head

4 upvotes 8 months ago

A 25-year-old experiencing hair thinning all over the body and head, despite using minoxidil and having low vitamin D levels, is advised to seek a second opinion from a dermatologist specializing in hair loss. The likely diagnosis is diffuse alopecia areata, which may require treatment with a JAK inhibitor.

community The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia

675 upvotes 1 year ago

Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.

community 29M alopecia or normal hair fall but something worked. Just wanted to share.

4 upvotes 1 year ago

A 29-year-old male experienced hair loss and found improvement using a combination of onion hair oil, castor oil, ketoconazole shampoo, and aloe vera gel with vitamin E, while discontinuing minoxidil and finasteride due to side effects. He emphasizes the importance of scalp massage and oiling for hair growth and reduced hair fall.

community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 2 years ago

A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.

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Can scalp micropigmentation hide my scars? Scalp micropigmentation can significantly reduce the visibility of scars on the scalp.
What is Scalp Micropigmentation and how does it help people with visible hair loss? Scalp Micropigmentation creates the illusion of hair follicles on the scalp for visible hair loss.
How long does Scalp Micropigmentation last, and does it need touch-ups over time? Scalp micropigmentation lasts 2 to 8 years and requires touch-ups every 1 to 5 years.
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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

learn Hair Transplant

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.

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learn Finasteride

Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

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