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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Measuring the Epilation Force Over the Frontal and Occipital Region in Cases of Female Pattern Hair Loss Using Hand Held Trichotilometer
The trichotillometer is a simple, effective tool for diagnosing and assessing female pattern hair loss.
research Hair Regrowth in a Child with Seasonal Alopecia Areata While Receiving Subcutaneous Aeroallergen Immunotherapy: A Case Report
Immunotherapy helped a 5-year-old boy regrow hair and prevent seasonal alopecia areata.
research Prevalence and Factors Associated with Neonatal Occipital Alopecia: A Retrospective Study
The study concluded that neonatal occipital alopecia is common, not caused by physical friction, and usually resolves on its own without treatment.
research Incidence and risk factors for neonatal occipital alopecia: A retrospective study
Babies born after 38 weeks to mothers under 36 years old and not delivered by C-section have a higher risk of neonatal occipital alopecia.
research The Proportion of Catagen and Telogen Hair Follicles in Occipital Scalp of Male Androgenetic Alopecia Patients: Challenging the Established Dogma
The belief about hair shedding phases is likely incorrect and needs reevaluation.
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5 / 60 resultscommunity My strong recommendation for those shedding hair
A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hair loss.
community 21M Experiencing Increased Shedding After 2.5 Months on Dutasteride; Switch to Finasteride?
A 21-year-old experienced severe hair loss after stress and tried PRP, mesotherapy, and a topical finasteride + minoxidil solution, which was costly and inconvenient. They switched to dutasteride, experienced heavy shedding, and are considering switching to finasteride, with advice to consult a qualified doctor for further guidance.
community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory
Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.
community What hair loss pattern is this?
The user noticed small circular hairless spots after a buzz cut and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They are experiencing continuous shedding and thinning, and it is suggested they consult a dermatologist for a scalp examination and possible biopsy to determine if it's alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia.
community Scalp massages: where's the community consensus on this ?
Scalp massages have mixed reviews for hair loss; some users report reduced shedding and healthier hair, while others see no benefit or worsening conditions. Many prefer proven treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride over massages.