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GlossaryFolliculitis (inflamed hair follicle)

inflammation of hair follicles, often due to infection

Folliculitis is an inflammation of the hair follicles, often caused by bacterial or fungal infections. It appears as small, red bumps or white-headed pimples around hair follicles, and can be itchy or painful. In severe cases, it can lead to scarring or permanent hair loss.

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research Laser-Assisted Hair Removal: Side Effects of Q-Switched Nd:YAG, Long-Pulsed Ruby, and Alexandrite Lasers

294 citations, August 1999 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Laser hair removal is safe with the right settings, but side effects like pain and skin changes are more common in darker or tanned skin.

research Dandruff Lesional Scalp Skin Exhibits Epidermal T Cell Infiltration and a Weakened Hair Follicle Immune Privilege

March 2024 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

Dandruff is linked to increased T cells and weakened immune protection in hair follicles.

research Antigen Presenting Cells in the Skin of a Patient with Hair Loss and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

9 citations, September 2009 in “PubMed”

Antigen presenting cells around hair follicles are crucial in SLE-related hair loss.

research Alopecia Areata: Comprehensive Overview and Histological Characteristics

April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks”

Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune condition causing varying hair loss, diagnosed by specific patterns of inflammation around hair follicles, with several treatment options available.

research HMGB1 Promotes Hair Growth via the Modulation of Prostaglandin Metabolism

12 citations, April 2019 in “Scientific Reports”

A protein called HMGB1 helps hair grow by affecting prostaglandin metabolism.

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community Finasteride shed is crazy at 7 months

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 30 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that experiencing shedding while using finasteride and minoxidil is a common occurrence, and it is likely a part of the hair growth cycle. Many users have reported regrowth and improvement in their hair density after the shedding phase.

community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

in Chat 158 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

in Chat 115 upvotes 3 months ago

The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

community What other factors than DHT causes hair loss – and what to do about it?

in Treatment 2 years ago

Factors that can cause hair loss other than DHT, such as inflammation and diet, and potential treatments like scalp massages, minoxidil, citrulline, stretches, meditation, iron sulfate/Vitamin C, Vitamin D, protein and Dutasteride.

community Is hair thinning or loss associated with pain?

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair thinning/loss associated with burning scalp pain. Finasteride helped relieve "DHT itch" for one person.

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