research Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution
Some people with pattern hair loss may also have scalp inflammation and scarring similar to lichen planopilaris.
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research Pediatric Lichen Planopilaris: Clinicopathologic Study of Four New Cases and a Review of the Literature
Lichen Planopilaris in teens is rare, often misdiagnosed, and responds well to steroids.
research The Role of Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy in Refractory Folliculitis Decalvans
Platelet-rich plasma therapy may help treat folliculitis decalvans but benefits might not last without ongoing treatment.
research Androgenetic Alopecia or Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution: When to Perform Biopsy in Unusual Cases?
research Low-Level Light Therapy Downregulates Scalp Inflammatory Biomarkers in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia and Boosts Minoxidil 2% for Sustainable Hair Regrowth
Light therapy reduces scalp inflammation, boosts hair regrowth with Minoxidil 2%.
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5 / 17 resultscommunity Does 0.5 mg of finasteride reduce SCALP DHT the same as 1 mg?
The conversation is about whether 0.5 mg of finasteride reduces scalp DHT as effectively as 1 mg. Users suggest that even lower doses like 0.05 mg can significantly reduce scalp DHT.
community I just want to say Ru58841 saved my life.
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 The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP
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.
community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies
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 Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)
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.