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Adipose Infiltration of the Dermis, Involving the Arrector Pili Muscle, and Dermal Displacement of Eccrine Sweat Coils: New Histologic Observations in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

research Adipose Infiltration of the Dermis, Involving the Arrector Pili Muscle, and Dermal Displacement of Eccrine Sweat Coils: New Histologic Observations in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

6 citations , January 2019 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology”

The conclusion is that fat tissue in the skin is a new finding in Frontal fibrosing alopecia and may contribute to hair follicle and muscle degeneration.

Morphometric Analysis of the Human Scalp Hair Follicle: Practical Implications for the Hair Transplant Surgeon and Hair Regeneration Studies

research Morphometric Analysis of the Human Scalp Hair Follicle: Practical Implications for the Hair Transplant Surgeon and Hair Regeneration Studies

51 citations , November 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

The research provides specific measurements for hair follicles that can improve hair transplant and regeneration techniques.

research The Arrector Pili Muscle and the Follicular Unit of the Scalp: A Microscopic Anatomy Study

24 citations , September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

The study found that hair follicles are above muscle connections in the scalp, which may help protect stem cell areas.

research The Arrector Pili Muscle and the Follicular Unit of the Scalp

2 citations , September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Each group of hair follicles on the scalp shares one muscle that helps control hair movement.

research Lichen Planus Pigmentosus and Lichen Planus Pigmentosus: 35 Cases in Armenia, Colombia

1 citations , May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Lichen planus pigmentosus and fibrosing frontal alopecia in Colombia are likely different stages of the same disease.

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community Microneedling depth. Does one length fit all areas of the scalp? Maybe not.

in Microneedling 52 upvotes 4 years ago

Microneedling depth should be customized based on hair type and scalp area, with many users finding 0.5-0.6mm effective for miniaturized hairs to avoid damage. Users report varying pain levels and results, with some preferring shorter needle lengths and others using longer ones like 1.75mm for scalp health and density improvement.

community The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

in Chat 9 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.

community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 1 year 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 Progress but at different times?

in Is this regrowth? 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been taking 1.25mg of oral minoxidil and 1mg of finasteride for a year and added topical minoxidil in January. They noticed hair improvement but are experiencing uneven regrowth, with the hairline improving and the middle part worsening.

community Microneedling must reach the stem cells in the upper hair shaft

in Treatment 80 upvotes 4 years ago

Microneedling should target depths of 0.5mm to 1.5mm for hair loss, with weekly sessions at 1mm recommended. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil is common for improved results.

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