research Hair Shaft Dysplasias
Hair shaft dysplasias are abnormal hair conditions that can be inherited or acquired and may signal other health issues, with limited treatment options available.
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research Light Microscopy of the Hair: A Simple Tool to Untangle Hair Disorders
Light microscopy is useful for diagnosing different hair disorders.
research Update on Detection, Morphology, and Fragility in Pili Annulati in Three Kindreds
Careful light microscopy is crucial for detecting mild cases of pili annulati, which weakens hair and varies widely in expression.
research Diagnostic Keys in Hair Dysplasias II
Hair shaft disorders are diagnosed through examination and history, with general care and some treatments offering improvement.
research Dermatoscopy of Hair Shaft Disorders
Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.
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5 / 40 resultscommunity Pili migrans? Lichen something? Seb derm?
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11 months ago The conversation is about a female experiencing hair loss and seeking advice on why it's difficult to regrow hair. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 are not mentioned.
community Oral Minoxidil - Multiple Facial Hair in One Follicle / Pili Multigemini Question
Oral minoxidil can cause multiple facial hairs to grow from one follicle, known as Pili Multigemini, leading to ingrown hairs and zits. Users report increased facial and body hair growth, with some experiencing fewer issues after switching to dutasteride.
community My slick bald temples ( for about 7-8 years ) FIN MIN KETO MICRONEEDLING 2 months +
A user sharing their progress after using Fin, Minoxidil, keto diet, and microneedling for two months to attempt to regrow hair on bald temples. Other users replied with advice and support.
community HRT is literal black magic. Fin 1 mg/day @ 4 years, min 2x/day @ 3 years, Estradiol 4mg/day @ 3.5 months, and Spironolactone 100mg/day @ 3.5 months (estra & spiro are medicines you should likely not take if you are a cis man)
User shared progress on hair regrowth using Fin 1 mg/day for 4 years, Min 2x/day for 3 years, Estradiol 4mg/day, and Spironolactone 100mg/day for 3.5 months. They noted significant hairline recovery and advised against HRT for cis men due to feminizing effects.
community progress has been insane, been having a bad shed for about a month or 2, can anyone explain?
User experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil and dutasteride, along with microneedling, vitamins, and massages. Despite recent shedding, they hope it's a synchronized hair cycle and plan to continue the treatment.