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GlossaryKeratotic Follicular Papules

small, rough skin bumps from keratin buildup in hair follicles

Keratotic Follicular Papules are small, rough bumps on the skin caused by the buildup of keratin, a protein that protects skin from infections and other harmful things. These bumps often appear on the upper arms, thighs, or cheeks and are commonly associated with conditions like keratosis pilaris. For professionals, they indicate hyperkeratinization at the hair follicle, leading to follicular plugging and inflammation.

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research Weathering of the Hairless Scalp: A Study Using Skin Capacitance Imaging and Ultraviolet Light-Enhanced Visualization

19 citations , July 2009 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

The study found that long-term sun exposure does not significantly affect follicular plugs on the scalp, and the scalp's appearance is unique compared to other body parts.

research Early Skin Biopsy in Conradi-Hünermann-Happle Syndrome (X-Linked Dominant Chondrodysplasia Punctata)

July 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology”

Early skin biopsy is crucial for diagnosing Conradi-Hünermann-Happle syndrome.

Clinical, Dermoscopic and In-Vivo Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Evaluation of a Case of Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome Successfully Treated with Narrowband-UVB Phototherapy

research Clinical, Dermoscopic and In-Vivo Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Evaluation of a Case of Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome Successfully Treated with Narrowband-UVB Phototherapy

2 citations , June 2020 in “Dermatology and therapy”

Narrowband-UVB phototherapy successfully treated a rare case of Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome.

research Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution in 16 African-Descent and Hispanic Female Patients: A Challenging Diagnosis

13 citations , January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders”

FAPD is a possible diagnosis for hair loss in patients of color and requires multiple evaluations for accurate diagnosis.

research Erythromelanosis Follicularis Faciei et Colli: A Case Report in a Caucasian Male and Brief Review of the Literature

4 citations , November 2020 in “Case reports in dermatology”

A rare skin condition causes red, dark, bumpy facial lesions.

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community here is why isotretinoin might cause hair loss and maybe why dupa happens.

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 2 years ago

Isotretinoin may cause hair loss by increasing DHT through a precursor androgen, DHEAS. Treatments like topical antiandrogens (RU58841, pyrilutamide) and drugs increasing PPAR-y expression (pioglitazone) might prevent this hair loss.

community My skin is always dry and flakes like chalk (25)

in Transgender 6 upvotes 1 year ago

The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.

community Is Finasteride helping with my skin tags or is it something else?

in Treatment 3 upvotes 1 year ago

The user noticed improvement in skin tags after using oral and topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with other supplements like thiamine, P5P, serrapeptase, nattokinase, and retinol. They are unsure which treatment caused the improvement and are seeking input on whether finasteride's DHT reduction could be responsible.

community What are these spots on my scalp

in Treatment 51 upvotes 1 year ago

A user noticed non-itchy, non-bleeding spots on their scalp while experiencing hair loss. Replies suggest the spots are likely sunspots or liver spots and recommend seeing a dermatologist; hair loss is attributed to male pattern baldness.

community My Experience and a Discourse on "DUPA"

in Treatment 9 upvotes 1 year ago

The user discusses their hair loss experience, exploring various hypotheses including thyroid levels, vitamin D, DHEA, nutritional deficiency, diabetes, seborrheic dermatitis, lack of nutrition to hair follicles, chronic inflammation, female pattern hair loss causes, cortisol, and prolactin levels. They are currently using finasteride, beta-sitosterol, and have tried topical dutasteride and microneedling therapy.

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