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GlossaryPerifollicular Lymphocytic Infiltrate

presence of immune cells around hair follicles

Perifollicular Lymphocytic Infiltrate refers to the presence of immune cells, specifically lymphocytes, around hair follicles. This condition is often seen in various types of hair loss disorders, such as alopecia areata, where the immune system mistakenly attacks the hair follicles, leading to hair loss.

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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 Alopecia Mucinosa

20 citations , April 1959 in “A M A Archives of Dermatology”

Alopecia mucinosa causes red, raised skin patches and hair loss.

research An Atypical Clinical Presentation of Alopecia in Two Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

3 citations , October 2019 in “JAAD Case Reports”

Two patients with lupus had an unusual type of hair loss not typical for the disease but improved with treatment.

research A Clinical and Histopathological Study of Cicatricial Alopecia

5 citations , July 2013 in “Our Dermatology Online”

Lichen planopilaris is the most common type of scarring hair loss observed, with a variety of symptoms and tissue changes.

research A Man with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

February 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

A 60-year-old man with a long-term balding condition also developed a rare hair loss condition usually seen in postmenopausal women.

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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 DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

in Research/Science 413 upvotes 11 months ago

Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

community Perifollicular Fibrosis and its role in androgenetic alopecia. Is Aminexil/Kopexil a must for anyone with AGA?

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 3 years ago

Aminexil/Kopexil may help reduce hair loss by addressing perifollicular fibrosis in androgenetic alopecia, but it lacks the extensive clinical backing of finasteride and minoxidil. Some users find it effective, but availability and cost are issues, especially in the US where it's not FDA-approved.

community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

in Update 10 upvotes 1 year ago

A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.

community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

in Research/Science 52 upvotes 1 year ago

Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

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