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Comparative Analysis of the Clinical-Pathological and Immunopathological Characteristics of Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

research Comparative Analysis of the Clinical-Pathological and Immunopathological Characteristics of Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

April 2016

Lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia are likely the same disease with different clinical appearances.

research Histopathology of Alopecia: A Clinicopathological Approach to Diagnosis

170 citations , December 2009 in “Histopathology”

The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires good teamwork between skin doctors and lab experts.

research Differentiation of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planopilaris on Trichoscopy: A Comprehensive Review

3 citations , October 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Trichoscopy helps tell apart Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen planopilaris by showing different hair and scalp features.

research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Reflections and Hypotheses on Etiology and Pathogenesis

68 citations , May 2016 in “Experimental dermatology”

FFA's causes may include environmental triggers and genetic factors.

research Scarring Alopecias: Pathology and an Update on Digital Developments

4 citations , November 2021 in “Biomedicines”

New digital tools are improving the diagnosis and understanding of irreversible hair loss conditions.

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

nkrata in Research 830 upvotes 1 year 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 MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

in Chat 9 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.

community Novel effect of sildenafil (cialis) on hair growth

in Research/Science 18 upvotes 3 years ago

Sildenafil (Viagra) shows potential for hair growth by enhancing dermal papilla cell proliferation and stimulating perifollicular vessel formation. Users discuss the possibility of using Cialis (tadalafil) similarly, noting its benefits and side effects.

community I just want to say Ru58841 saved my life.

in Chat 27 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with hair loss and scalp inflammation, which was alleviated by using RU58841 along with finasteride and dutasteride. A theory of inflammation possibly being a cause of hairloss is also discussed.

community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

in Research/Science 210 upvotes 1 year ago

The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.

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