research Dermoscopic Findings and Comparison of Usefulness of Longitudinal Versus Transversal Sections in the Histological Diagnosis of Alopecia X
Transversal biopsy sections are better than longitudinal sections for diagnosing alopecia X.
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research A Study of Serial Vertical Sectioning of Scalp Biopsies to Increase the Histological Diagnostic Yield in Alopecias
Cutting scalp biopsies in consecutive slices improves diagnosis of hair loss conditions.
research Lymphocytic Mediated Alopecia: Histological Classification by Pattern Analysis
Steven Kossard classified lymphocyte-related hair loss into four patterns, each linked to different types of baldness.
research Solitary Fibrofolliculoma: A Retrospective Case Series Review Over 18 Years
The conclusion is that surgical removal of solitary fibrofolliculoma is effective with no relapses, and diagnosis requires a biopsy due to varied symptoms.
research Keratosis Pilaris With Adjacent Haemosiderin Deposition: A Clue to Scurvy
A man's skin condition and poor diet led to a scurvy diagnosis.
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5 / 18 resultscommunity Dutasteride Isn't Working? Get a Scalp Biopsy NOW
Dutasteride may not be effective for everyone due to underlying issues, suggesting scalp biopsies for further diagnosis. Users discuss using higher doses of dutasteride, topical treatments, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for hair loss management.
community DUPA/Retrograde might not be DHT based...GET A BIOPSY QUICK or permanent Hair Loss!
DUPA and retrograde alopecia may not be solely DHT-based, and a biopsy is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, oral minoxidil, pioglitazone, clobetasol, calcipotriol, ketoconazole, and doxycycline, depending on the specific condition.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
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 The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.
Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.
community Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?
Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.