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GlossaryLichenoid Eruptions

skin conditions resembling lichen planus with itchy, flat-topped bumps

Lichenoid eruptions are skin conditions that resemble lichen planus, characterized by small, flat-topped, itchy bumps. These eruptions can be triggered by medications, infections, or autoimmune diseases, and they often present with a purplish color and a network of fine white lines on the surface.

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research Rosacea and Rosacea-Like Demodicidosis

9 citations , April 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Stopping the depression medication improved the woman's eyebrow hair loss, and a treatment for a skin condition caused by mites was effective.

research Lichen Planus Colocalized with Vitiligo: Coincidence?

September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings”

Some people with the skin color loss condition, vitiligo, also develop the skin inflammation condition, lichen planus, possibly due to local trauma, sun damage, or genetic factors.

research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus: More Than a Coincidence

April 2019 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”

The conclusion is that having both Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus may suggest a shared immune response in certain people, and a mix of antimalarial drugs and 5-alfa-reductase inhibitors is recommended for treatment.

research A Review of Adverse Cutaneous Drug Reactions Resulting from the Use of Interferon and Ribavirin

64 citations , January 2009 in “Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology”

Interferon and ribavirin can cause serious skin reactions and other health issues.

research Children Are Not Just Little People: Pediatric Versus Adult Dermatology Approaches to Skin Diseases. Part I

1 citations , September 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Children's skin diseases and treatments differ from adults and require specific approaches.

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community Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP

in Research/Science 96 upvotes 1 year ago

Men with hair loss might have lichen planopilaris (LPP), which can mimic androgenetic alopecia, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Proper diagnosis, including biopsies, is crucial to distinguish between androgenetic alopecia and conditions like LPP.

community One year of progress (Fin, 1mg)

in Is this regrowth? 281 upvotes 1 year ago

The user started finasteride (1mg) a year ago for hair thinning, experiencing stabilization but not significant regrowth. Suggestions included adding minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant for improved results.

community DUPA/Retrograde might not be DHT based...GET A BIOPSY QUICK or permanent Hair Loss!

in Research/Science 39 upvotes 1 year ago

DUPA and retrograde alopecia may not be solely DHT-based, and a biopsy is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, oral minoxidil, pioglitazone, clobetasol, calcipotriol, ketoconazole, and doxycycline, depending on the specific condition.

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

nkrata 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.