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    GlossaryPerifollicular Inflammation

    swelling and irritation around hair follicles

    Perifollicular inflammation refers to the swelling and irritation that occurs around hair follicles. This condition can lead to hair loss and is often seen in various types of alopecia, such as alopecia areata. It involves immune cells attacking the hair follicles, which can disrupt normal hair growth and cause damage to the follicle structure.

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      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  405 upvotes 4 weeks 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 How I started reversing Male Pattern Baldness naturally ?

      in Question  6 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user reversed male pattern baldness using a pro-thyroid diet, lifestyle changes, and scalp stimulation exercises, without Minoxidil or Finasteride. They reported reduced dandruff, itchiness, oiliness, and experienced hair regrowth and thickening over 15 months.

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

      in Update  10 upvotes 11 months 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 A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

      in Research/Science  211 upvotes 11 months 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.