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    GlossaryInflammatory Scalp Disorders

    conditions causing scalp irritation, redness, and potential hair loss

    Inflammatory Scalp Disorders are conditions where the scalp becomes irritated and inflamed, often leading to symptoms like redness, itching, and flaking. These disorders can be caused by various factors, including infections, autoimmune diseases, and allergic reactions, and they can sometimes result in hair loss if not properly treated.

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      Trichoscopy

      research Trichoscopy

      42 citations, October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases without surgery.
      Hair Diseases: A Big Problem on a Small Surface

      research Hair Diseases: A Big Problem on a Small Surface

      4 citations, January 2016 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii”
      Many hair diseases, including those caused by medications and psychological issues, can lead to hair loss and require proper treatment and specialist care.
      Trichoscopy Update 2011

      research Trichoscopy Update 2011

      178 citations, December 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports”
      Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases by their unique visual features.

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      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 3 months ago
      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 Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.

      community Scalp Inflammation is eating my hair!

      in Chat  26 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots and hair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.