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

5 citations , January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This case report emphasizes that lipedematous scalp and lipedematous alopecia are not distinct diseases, highlighting the need to consider reversible causes of alopecia for effective treatment.

research Lipedematous alopecia of the scalp

35 citations , January 2006 in “Dermatology Online Journal”

This study observed that finasteride treatment induced mild improvement in androgenetic alopecia in one male patient while stabilizing the condition in another, but lipedematous scalp remained unchanged.

research Rare Concurrence of Alopecia Areata in the Setting of the Lipedematous Scalp

September 2022 in “The American journal of dermatopathology/American journal of dermatopathology”

This case report highlights that lipedematous scalp and alopecia areata may coexist and that precise diagnosis requires histopathologic examination.

research Lipedematous scalp with lipedematous alopecia: A case report

May 2021 in “Our Dermatology Online”

This report details a rare case of lipedematous alopecia with classical symptoms, including scalp swelling and patchy hair loss in a 40-year-old woman.

research Lipedematous scalp and lipedematous alopecia: Report of three cases in white adults

28 citations , January 2007 in “Journal of dermatology”

This case report describes instances of lipedematous scalp and lipedematous alopecia in white adults, indicating these rare conditions may be more widespread and frequent in this population than previously thought.

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community Hair Loss & Lipids: Why you have sebderm, folliculitis, LPP, inflammation, etc...

131 upvotes 1 year ago

Excess sebum rich in cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to hair loss through inflammation, with treatments like Ciclopirox shampoo, Benzoyl Peroxide shampoo, and Clindamycin gel recommended for managing conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis. Pioglitazone is suggested for Lichen Planopilaris, while Omega-3s and reducing processed foods may improve sebum quality, though genetic factors play a significant role.

community Subcutaneous Scalp fat and Hair loss? Interested in others annecdotal experience or knowledge.

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Subcutaneous scalp fat may be linked to hair loss, with theories suggesting that fat loss can lead to reduced blood flow and increased DHT activity, contributing to hair loss. Treatments discussed include PRP/PRF injections and fat transfer to improve scalp thickness and blood flow.

community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

48 upvotes 2 years ago

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.

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in Treatment 10 months ago

The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.

community Any way to reverse scalp atrophy?

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The conversation is about improving scalp appearance by regaining adipose tissue and making the skin look better using scalp massages and a moisturizer with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and urea. The user is not trying to regrow hair but wants to improve the scalp's thickness and appearance.

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learn Latanoprost

Can latanoprost be safely applied to the scalp, or is it only for eyelashes? Latanoprost is not approved for use on the scalp and its safety there has not been established: the only human scalp evidence is one 24-week pilot trial in 16 men, and clinicians flag irritation, skin darkening and unknown absorption over a large area as open risks.

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a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp

What do the latest studies say about bimatoprost for scalp hair growth? Bimatoprost is approved only for eyelashes; a 30-person pilot found it beat a topical steroid on patches of alopecia areata, but the two registered Allergan trials in male pattern hair loss were never published and never taken further, so scalp use stays off-label and experimental.
Can a lash-growth serum like bimatoprost actually work for your scalp? Bimatoprost (Latisse) is approved for eyelashes, not the scalp; two Allergan phase 2 trials in men with androgenetic alopecia posted results to ClinicalTrials.gov but were never published in a peer-reviewed journal, so scalp use remains off-label and experimental.

learn Linoleic Acid

Does linoleic acid reduce scalp irritation that can worsen hair loss? Linoleic acid may help reduce scalp irritation, potentially slowing hair loss.

learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

learn Fluocinolone

What type of hair loss is Fluocinolone recommended for, and how does it help inflamed scalps? Fluocinolone is a prescription topical corticosteroid used for inflammatory scalp conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis and scarring alopecias. It calms inflammation rather than growing hair, it is not a treatment for pattern hair loss, and its labelling warns against prolonged use.

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scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble

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Kirsten J. Scalp
Greenville, SC, United States

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