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research Immunopathology of the Human Hair Follicle
The document concludes that immune system abnormalities cause alopecia areata, but the exact process is still not completely understood.
research Graft-Versus-Host Reaction: Cutaneous Manifestations Following Bone Marrow Transplantation
Skin changes help detect graft-versus-host reaction early after bone marrow transplants.
research Follicular Cysts and Hyperkeratoses in Early Mycosis Fungoides
Acitretin effectively improved the woman's skin condition.
research Lichen Planopilaris: A Rare Inflammatory Cicatricial Alopecia
Lichen planopilaris is a rare, chronic condition causing hair loss, mainly in middle-aged women, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent baldness.
research Follicular Mycosis Fungoides Mimicking a Cutaneous B-Cell Lymphoproliferative Disorder
Follicular mycosis fungoides can look like a B-cell lymphoma, making diagnosis difficult.
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5 / 11 resultscommunity Dutasteride Isn't Working? Get a Scalp Biopsy NOW
Dutasteride may not be effective for everyone due to underlying issues, suggesting scalp biopsies for further diagnosis. Users discuss using higher doses of dutasteride, topical treatments, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for hair loss management.
community Perifollicular Fibrosis and its role in androgenetic alopecia. Is Aminexil/Kopexil a must for anyone with AGA?
Aminexil/Kopexil may help reduce hair loss by addressing perifollicular fibrosis in androgenetic alopecia, but it lacks the extensive clinical backing of finasteride and minoxidil. Some users find it effective, but availability and cost are issues, especially in the US where it's not FDA-approved.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
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1 year ago Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
community 3-month intense regrowth after accidentally slowing down fin/topical min and losing all gains
The user experienced significant hair regrowth by returning to a regimen of 1mg oral finasteride daily and daily topical minoxidil after previously reducing their doses. They also emphasize maintaining energy and health through diet, exercise, and supplements.