2 citations
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May 2014 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)”
This review examines the use of dermoscopy for diagnosing common hair disorders and highlights its importance, but it does not report new clinical results.
This review discusses fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution and highlights diagnostic features, but reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the value of trichoscopy and histology in diagnosis.
This case report highlights an unusual trichoscopic appearance in alopecia areata due to dithranol staining, which may obscure typical patterns and reveal atypical vascular features in the interfollicular spaces.
4 citations
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April 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”
This review examines the trichoscopic characteristics of scalp DLE and LPP, correlating these findings with histopathological data, but provides no new clinical results.
A 22-year-old has been using dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) for over a year but is experiencing increased hair shedding, scalp inflammation, and burning, and cannot use minoxidil due to side effects. Suggestions include consulting a dermatologist, trying oral minoxidil, microneedling, rosemary oil, caffeine shampoo, and considering other treatments like PRP or red light therapy.
User noticed tiny dots on their head after using 0.5% dutasteride and 8% minoxidil, which others identified as developing hair follicles. Encouragement was given to continue the treatment.
The user is experiencing new hair growth after using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, but is concerned about black dots on the hairline, which might be clogged pores or dormant follicles. The user previously used a topical minoxidil/finasteride spray and had good results, despite a shedding phase after switching treatments.
The conversation discusses potential causes of pigmentation around hair follicles, suggesting sebum buildup, autoimmune conditions, or dermatitis. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with a recommendation to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.