research Lichen Planus
Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.
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research Nail Lichen Planus in a Patient with Alopecia Totalis
A man with total hair loss also developed a rare nail condition, likely due to autoimmune issues.
research Research Highlights: Impact of Alopecia on Quality of Life, Head Lice Diagnosis, Oral Lichen Planus Allergies, and Wet Dressings for Itchy Skin
Hair loss significantly affects quality of life, wet combing is better than visual inspection for finding head lice, many with oral lichen planus have allergies, and wet wraps with steroids quickly improve itchy skin conditions.
research Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.
research Oral Lichen Planus: A Chronic Systemic Disease with Immune-Mediated Pathogenesis
Oral lichen planus is a chronic disease causing mouth discomfort and sometimes needs immunosuppressive treatment.
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community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies
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 I've tried everything and my hair is still thinning
The user has tried finasteride, oral minoxidil, iron supplements, vitamin D, and vitamin B12, but their hair is still thinning after 5 years. Another user suggested trying dutasteride.
community He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview
Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.
community Clascoterone (Winlevi) Update for Canada
Clascoterone cream was submitted for review to Health Canada in August 2022, with hopes of approval within 3-6 months. It may potentially enhance finasteride's effects for hair loss treatment.
community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.