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GlossaryLichen Planus (LP)

inflammatory condition causing itchy, purplish skin and mucous membrane lesions

Lichen Planus is an inflammatory condition that affects the skin and mucous membranes, leading to purplish, itchy, flat-topped bumps. In the context of hair, it can cause a type of scarring alopecia known as lichen planopilaris, where the inflammation targets hair follicles, potentially leading to permanent hair loss.

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research Association Between Metabolic Syndrome and Prevalent Skin Diseases: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Case-Control Studies

2 citations , September 2023 in “Health science reports”

People with certain skin conditions, especially androgenic alopecia, are more likely to have metabolic syndrome.

research Cutaneous and Mucosal Lichen Planus: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Subtypes, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Prognosis

291 citations , January 2014 in “The Scientific World Journal”

Lichen Planus is a less common condition affecting skin and mucous membranes, with various types and associated risk factors, challenging to diagnose, significantly impacts life quality, and may have a risk of cancerous changes in oral lesions.

research Is Lichen Planus a Marker for Dyslipidemia and Metabolic Syndrome?

April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Lichen planus may be associated with a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.

research Lichen Planus and Dyslipidemia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies

29 citations , February 2016 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

People with lichen planus are more likely to have dyslipidemia, especially higher triglyceride levels.

research Lichenoid Red Tattoo Reaction and Alopecia Areata

June 2011 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

A man's red tattoo caused a skin reaction and hair loss in his beard, which improved after treatment.

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community Anger and frustration as I finally learn my diagnosis.

in Female 6 upvotes 2 years ago

A young female diagnosed with Lichen planopilaris (LPP) experienced years of misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments, including a hair transplant and other procedures. She is considering litigation due to the misdiagnosis and has learned that LPP is chronic, hair loss can be stopped with ongoing medication, but lost hair cannot regrow.

community Is hair thinning or loss associated with pain?

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair thinning/loss associated with burning scalp pain. Finasteride helped relieve "DHT itch" for one person.

community ASC-J9: Poor man’s GT-20029 that might work for regrowth. Anyone try this stuff?

in Research/Science 3 years ago

The potential hair regrowth benefits of ASC-J9, a synthetic modified version of curcumin that is said to be more effective than Minoxidil and Finasteride. Reports from users suggest good thickening and temple regrowth with topical use at 0.025% concentration.

community 2 Years Fin 1mg ED + 7 1/2 months Min topical 1x ED results

in Progress Pictures 77 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old with diffuse hair thinning has been using finasteride daily for 2 years and added topical minoxidil once daily at night for the past 7.5 months, seeing improved results. They are switching to oral minoxidil for convenience and will update on the outcome.

community 6 months on oral minox with no result

in Minoxidil 10 upvotes 3 years ago

A user who had taken oral minoxidil for 6 months without seeing any results and the advice given in response, which included trying microneedling in combination with topical minoxidil, as well as seeking a dermatologist's opinion.

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