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GlossaryParietal Area

upper side section of the scalp between frontal and occipital areas

The parietal area, also known as the parietal region, refers to the upper side section of the scalp, located between the frontal and occipital areas. In the context of hair and alopecia, this region is significant because it is often assessed for hair density and health, and can be a common site for hair thinning or loss.

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research Micro-Segmental Analysis of the Entry Pathway and Distribution of Zolpidem in Hair From Different Scalp Regions After a Single Dose

May 2023 in “Frontiers in chemistry”

Zolpidem shows up in hair from the top back of the head after one dose and fades over time, suggesting it gets into hair through blood and sweat.

research Donor Site Assessment for Female Hairline Restoration in Southeast Asians

5 citations, March 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

The study found that most donor sites are good for hairline restoration in Southeast Asian women, but hair characteristics should match for a natural look, and aging can reduce hair density and diameter.

research Male Pattern Hair Loss: Can Developmental Origins Explain the Pattern?

May 2023 in “Experimental Dermatology”

Male pattern hair loss may be linked to the developmental origins of hair follicles.

research Alopecia Areata Incognita: A Case Report

19 citations, January 2011 in “Clinics”

A young woman with a rare hair loss condition improved with steroid and biotin treatment.

Case Report: Successful Treatment of Alopecia with Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cell and Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Secretome Combination

research Case Report: Successful Treatment of Alopecia with Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cell and Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Secretome Combination

May 2024 in “Cytotherapy”

Stem cell treatments led to complete hair regrowth in a 40-year-old man.

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community Split-scalp pilot study to evaluate effectiveness of Minoxidil 0.5% MMP® versus Topical Minoxidil 5% in the treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 5 months ago

Minoxidil 0.5% MMP® showed better results in parietal-vertex regions for less advanced female pattern hair loss compared to Minoxidil 5%. MMP® with Minoxidil can improve the quality of life for these patients.

community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

in Research 692 upvotes 3 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 Why I really believe the tension theory is the cause of MPB

in Research/Science 70 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the tension theory as a cause of male pattern baldness (MPB), suggesting that scalp tension and reduced subcutaneous fat layer contribute to hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massages, and Botox.

community Dutasteride SAVES your hair follicles: MAJOR BS on people who say it destroyed their hair permanently.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 159 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride. The conclusion is that dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels and may be more effective than finasteride for long-term hair retention, with some users reporting personal experiences and side effects.

community Opinions on Scalp fibrosis and DHT?

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the theory that scalp fibrosis contributes to male pattern baldness (MPB) by increasing DHT concentration, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil. The user seeks opinions on the theory and the effectiveness of scalp massages.

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