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GlossaryLichen Planopilaris (LPPigm)

rare inflammatory condition causing scarring and permanent hair loss

Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is a rare inflammatory condition that affects the hair follicles, leading to scarring and permanent hair loss. It is a form of lichen planus that specifically targets the scalp, causing symptoms such as redness, itching, and scaling. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent extensive hair loss.

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research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planus Pigmentosus: Is There a Link?

86 citations, October 2012 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

There may be a connection between Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planus Pigmentosus, and more research is needed to confirm this.

research Hyperpigmented Upper Eyelid: A Clue to the Diagnosis of Facial Lichen Planus Pigmentosus in a Patient with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

14 citations, January 2018 in “Skin Appendage Disorders”

Upper eyelid hyperpigmentation can help diagnose facial lichen planus pigmentosus in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia.

research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Clinical Patterns and Associations

1 citations, September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks”

Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is a hair loss condition mainly affecting postmenopausal women, with unclear causes and various clinical patterns.

research British Hair and Nail Society Findings on Hair and Nail Disorders

1 citations, July 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Men with a certain type of hair loss often use facial moisturizers, and a specific antibiotic treatment may help another hair condition.

research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planus Pigmentosus

March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Mycophenolic acid may help hair growth, a combination treatment improves hair thickness in male hair loss, and early treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia is important.

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community Warning: Your Rogaine Foam Might Not Contain Minoxidil

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A user experienced significant hair loss after using Rogaine foam purchased from Amazon, which failed a bleach test for Minoxidil. They discovered that even legitimate Rogaine products might be faulty and advised buying from reputable sources.