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    GlossaryLight Microscopy

    uses visible light and lenses to magnify small objects

    Light Microscopy, also known as Optical Microscopy, is a technique that uses visible light and a system of lenses to magnify small objects, making them visible to the human eye. It is commonly used in biology to observe cells, tissues, and microorganisms, providing detailed images that can be essential for research and diagnosis.

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      community 1 Year after TE. Scarred scalp

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 1 week ago
      Hair loss after telogen effluvium (TE) with thinning and possible scarring, treated with 5 mg oral minoxidil. Concerns about scarring alopecia and lack of regrowth, with suggestions to consider finasteride for better results.

      community Got a microscope camera. Here’s the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair

      in Progress Pictures  492 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who shared progress pictures of their scalp using a microscope camera, demonstrating the difference between healthy and miniaturized hair. Various explanations for the cause of this were discussed, such as DHT build-up in scalp sebum causing an autoimmune response leading to inflammation and eventual hair loss, with some suggesting a do-it-yourself treatment involving adding ascorbic acid powder to shampoo.

      community Minoxidil experiment on single hair follicle

      in Minoxidil  1683 upvotes 2 months ago
      Minoxidil was applied to a single miniaturized hair follicle over four months, resulting in less miniaturization but not yet terminal growth. The user used a 5% minoxidil solution, specifically the Regaine brand, and observed changes using a handheld WiFi microscope.