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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Clinical Trends of Scalp Alopecia Areata: A Tertiary Care Hospital-Based Observational Study
Scalp alopecia areata mostly affects young adult males, often starts suddenly, and usually presents as single, patchy lesions.
research Differential Diagnosis of Hair Loss in Children
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for children with hair loss to prevent permanent damage, although not all conditions can be effectively treated.
research Morphological Changes of the Hair Roots in Alopecia Areata: A Scanning Electron Microscopic Study
Scanning electron microscopy revealed four distinct hair root shapes in alopecia areata, suggesting a less invasive diagnostic method.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review on Diagnosis, Immunological Etiopathogenesis, and Treatment Options
The document concludes that while there are various treatments for Alopecia Areata, there is no cure, and individualized treatment plans are essential due to varying effectiveness.
research Alternative Uses of Dermoscopy in Daily Clinical Practice: An Update
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
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5 / 448 resultscommunity Reasonable and safe stack? Bloodwork within.
A 26-year-old male is using a combination of clomiphene, minoxidil, tadalafil, bupropion, and lisdexamfetamine to address low testosterone, ED, depression, and focus issues. He seeks input on the safety and efficacy of this regimen, which also includes magnesium, zinc, and fish oil supplements.
community "Hair Follicle Stem Cells are quiescent 99% of the time and permanently reside in the hair follicle"
Hair follicles are mostly dormant but can be reactivated with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling. A new drug, PP405, shows promise for hair regrowth but may not be available until 2027-2028.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
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 Patchy side , 5 months and a half
The user is concerned about patchy hair regrowth after 5.5 months of treatment. They are questioning if more hair growth can be expected in the upcoming months.
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A blood cancer survivor in remission since 2022 is experiencing thin and patchy hair after chemotherapy and is using Minoxidil without much success. They are seeking personal experiences and advice on hair transplants after cancer treatment.