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A Case of Folliculitis Decalvans With Concomitant Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, Androgenic Alopecia, and Profound Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation

research A Case of Folliculitis Decalvans With Concomitant Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, Androgenic Alopecia, and Profound Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation

April 2019 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association”

A 37-year-old man with hair loss and skin issues was successfully treated with oral antibiotics, highlighting the need for early treatment. Long-term care includes low-dose antibiotics and avoiding caps and wigs.

research Pili Torti: A Feature of Numerous Congenital and Acquired Conditions

9 citations, August 2021 in “Journal of clinical medicine”

Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.

research Immune-Mediated Diseases of the Central Nervous System

4 citations, November 2016 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America”

The document explains the difficulty in diagnosing and treating brain diseases caused by the immune system and stresses the need for quick and accurate tests.

research Tumid Lupus Erythematosus Presenting as Patchy Alopecia: A Discussion of Alopecia Associated With Lupus Erythematosus

March 2023 in “Cureus”

A patient with patchy hair loss was successfully treated for Tumid Lupus Erythematosus after other treatments failed.

research Topical Calcipotriol Mixed with Topical Steroid Versus Topical Steroid Alone in Treatment of Alopecia Areata

January 2019 in “Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology /Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venerology”

Mixing calcipotriol with a steroid is almost as effective as using a steroid alone for alopecia areata and has fewer side effects.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

nkrata in Research 830 upvotes 6 months 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 The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

noeyys in Research/Science 43 upvotes 5 months 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.

community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

Informal_Row6844 in Update 10 upvotes 8 months ago

A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.