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GlossaryPeripilar Sign

small pigmented spots around hair follicles indicating inflammation

The Peripilar Sign refers to a specific clinical feature observed in some cases of hair loss, particularly in conditions like alopecia areata. It is characterized by the presence of small, pigmented spots or halos around the hair follicles, which can be seen under dermoscopy. This sign indicates inflammation around the hair follicles and can help dermatologists diagnose and assess the severity of hair loss conditions.

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research Trichoscopic Features of Male and Female Androgenetic Alopecia

4 citations , January 2012 in “Springer eBooks”

The document concludes that signs of male and female pattern baldness include uneven hair thickness, yellow spots, skin discoloration around hair follicles, more thin and soft hairs, and many hair follicles with just one hair.

research Clinico-Laboratory and Trichoscopic Evaluation of Various Patterns of Female Baldness: A Prospective Case-Control Study

September 2019 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology”

Hormones and iron deficiency are linked to female pattern hair loss, and hair thinning patterns are similar across different types of this condition.

research Videodermoscopy Evaluation in Non-Scarring Alopecia of Scalp

June 2023 in “International journal of pharmaceutical quality assurance”

Videodermoscopy is effective for diagnosing different types of non-scarring hair loss.

research Dermoscopy Features of Some Scalp Disorders

2 citations , May 2014 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)”

Dermoscopy helps diagnose different scalp conditions by showing unique signs for each disorder.

research Aftermath of COVID-19 Through the Eyes of Trichoscopy

August 2024

COVID-19 can cause significant hair loss.

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community What do these pictures say about my hair and scalp if anything? Miniaturization, inflammation, etc.?

in Research/Science 74 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss and scalp issues, with people discussing possible treatments such as Nizoral shampoo, Minoxidil, neem oil, and finasteride.

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.