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tapered regrowth hairs seen in alopecia areata recovery

Pigtail hairs refer to a specific type of hair regrowth observed in conditions like alopecia areata. These hairs are characterized by their tapered ends, resembling the shape of a pigtail, and indicate a phase of hair regrowth where the hair shaft is thinner at the base and gradually thickens. This pattern can be a sign of recovery in patients experiencing hair loss.

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research Trichoscopy of Alopecia Areata in Children: A Retrospective Comparative Analysis of 50 Children and 50 Adults

11 citations, July 2019 in “Pediatric dermatology”

Children with alopecia areata have different trichoscopic features than adults, including more empty follicular openings and pigtail hairs.

research Trichoscopic Clues for the Diagnosis of Alopecia Areata

2 citations, June 2020 in “Türkderm Türk deri hastalıkları ve frengi arşivi”

Yellow dots and short vellus hairs are key signs for diagnosing alopecia areata using trichoscopy.

research Trichoscopic Findings in Children and Adults with Alopecia Areata: A Comparative Study

April 2024 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

Children with alopecia areata have more exclamation mark hairs and fewer yellow dots than adults.

research Trichoscopy of Alopecia Areata: An Update

89 citations, March 2018 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

Trichoscopy helps diagnose and monitor alopecia areata by looking at a combination of specific hair and scalp features.

research Alopecia Areata Predictive Score: A New Trichoscopy-Based Tool to Predict Treatment Outcome in Patients with Patchy Alopecia Areata

19 citations, July 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

A new tool can predict hair regrowth in patchy alopecia areata patients.

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community 35 MTF - Born balding, went bald, recovering hair

in Journals / Progress Pictures 531 upvotes 6 months ago

A 35-year-old MTF individual shared their hair recovery journey, using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Estradiol, Spironolactone, Microneedling, and Exosomes. They recently had a hair transplant and are documenting the healing process.

community 6 months fin, min, nizoral. 2 months dermarolling. Hairline still moving forward.

in Progress Pictures 268 upvotes 3 years ago

User shared 6-month progress using finasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and 2 months of dermarolling for hair loss. Others praised results and asked for details on treatment methods.

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7 upvotes 9 years ago

A 26 year old female with PCOS who has been dealing with hair loss for several years, despite managing her hormones and taking vitamins. She has tried various treatments such as Nizoral, Minoxidil, Pyrithione zinc, coal tar and salicylic acid to no avail. The user is looking for advice on what else they can do to stop their hair loss.