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Tinea Capitis Mimicking Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Histopathologic Pitfall When Evaluating Alopecia in the Post-Pubertal Patient

research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Histopathologic Pitfall When Evaluating Alopecia in the Post-Pubertal Patient

33 citations, December 2013 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology”

A fungal infection can look like a different scalp condition in teens, leading to wrong treatment until proper tests are done.

research Special Stains and Immunohistochemical Stains in Hair Pathology

11 citations, April 2016 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology”

Special and immunohistochemical stains are not routinely needed for diagnosing hair disorders.

research Black Dot Tinea Capitis Caused by Trichophyton Rubrum in an Adult Female Presenting with Cicatricial Alopecia

1 citations, January 2015 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology”

A woman's scalp infection caused by a fungus led to permanent hair loss and was hard to treat but responded to a specific antifungal.

research Hair Pathology

1 citations, July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Triple horizontal scalp biopsies are 98% accurate in diagnosing hair loss, better than single biopsies.

research Dermatopathology Workshop Summary, Berlin 2004

November 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings”

The workshop aimed to improve hair loss disorder diagnosis and understanding.

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community I really wish I started Propecia sooner

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago

A 27-year-old man's experience with taking Finasteride to treat hair loss and the positive side effects he has experienced, such as improved skin. The user also shared their journey of how they were scared away from taking Finasteride due to fear of possible side effects before eventually deciding to take it.

community If anyone else feels like they’re too far gone for a hair transplant or can’t tolerate finasteride, I highly recommend trying a hair system! You have nothing to lose and it can change your life. I understand the worries and concerns, as I was very nervous/scared before taking the leap. AMA

in Hair Systems 394 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the use of hair systems as a solution for hair loss. Users share their experiences, highlighting the natural look, confidence boost, and maintenance requirements of hair systems, while also addressing concerns about cost, stigma, and potential drawbacks.

community Results after 1.5 year on DUT (progress pictures)

in Progress Pictures 575 upvotes 4 months ago

The user shared impressive hair regrowth results after 1.5 years using dutasteride (DUT) and oral minoxidil. They switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil due to lack of results and experienced no side effects.

community Almost 2 month of 1mg fin and Costco min (liquid)

in Is this regrowth? 83 upvotes 5 months ago

A 40-year-old male using 1mg finasteride and Costco liquid minoxidil for almost 2 months reports noticeable improvement in hair regrowth, though his temples remain recessed. Encouragement from others suggests continued use will yield further progress.

community Ive managed to beat the gream reaper of balding

in Minoxidil 498 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their success with minoxidil for hair loss, using 5% liquid Kirkland twice daily and dermarolling monthly, and plans to add finasteride. They saw significant progress after three months and regained confidence.

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