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GlossaryLipedematous Alopecia

abnormal scalp fat accumulation causing hair loss

Lipedematous Alopecia is a rare condition characterized by the thickening of the scalp due to an abnormal accumulation of fat tissue, which leads to hair loss. This condition often results in a spongy or doughy feel to the scalp and can be associated with symptoms like scalp tenderness or pain.

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research Lipedematous Scalp and Lipedematous Alopecia: Report of Three Cases in White Adults

28 citations, January 2007 in “Journal of dermatology”

Three white adults had a rare scalp condition with increased fat and sometimes hair loss, suggesting it's not limited to black women and might be more widespread.

research Presentation, Diagnosis, and Management Options of Lipedematous Alopecia

9 citations, December 2018 in “JAAD case reports”

Lipedematous alopecia involves a thickened scalp and hair loss, with limited effective treatments available.

research Distinguishing Lipedematous Scalp, Lipedematous Alopecia, and Diffuse Alopecia Areata

5 citations, January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders”

The conclusion is that it's important to tell apart alopecia areata from lipedematous alopecia for proper treatment, as alopecia areata can be reversed.

research Lipedematous Alopecia: Clinical, Histopathological, and Trichoscopic Findings of a Single Case and Review of the Literature

2 citations, January 2019 in “Case Reports in Dermatology”

A 66-year-old woman's thick scalp and hair loss were confirmed as lipedematous alopecia, a rare condition possibly influenced by genetics, with no effective treatment known.

research Lipedematous Alopecia with Mucinosis: Report of the First Case in Taiwan

2 citations, March 2011 in “Dermatologica Sinica”

Taiwan reported its first case of a rare scalp condition with no clear cause or treatment.

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community I’m 14 years old and I’m losing more hair than my dad. I’ve gone to the doctor 2 times because of this and I’ve received no help. I’m starting to feel like It’s worthless and my hairs gonna look like this forever. I don’t know how anyone could help me but it’s always worth a shot.

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A 14 year old who is experiencing hair loss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hair loss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hair loss.