research Rapunzel Alopecia: A Peculiar Form of Non-Marginal Traction Alopecia Secondary to Excessively Long Hair
Long hair can cause hair loss due to constant pulling.
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research Traction Alopecia: The Root of the Problem
Tight hairstyles and chemical relaxers can cause hair loss known as traction alopecia.
research Telogen Effluvium: A Clinically Useful Concept, With Traction Alopecia as an Example
The study concludes that traction alopecia, caused by hair styling, can help understand telogen effluvium, a condition of excessive hair loss.
research Act Fast With Traction Alopecia To Avoid Permanent Hair Loss
Act quickly to treat traction alopecia to prevent permanent hair loss.
research Hair Casts: A Clinical and Electron Microscopic Study
Tight hairstyles like ponytails may cause hair casts by affecting scalp circulation and causing inflammation.
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5 / 50 resultscommunity I was in pub toilet cubicle and overhead a guy speaking to himself in mirror about his hair
Man talks about hair loss in pub toilet. Users discuss avoiding mirrors and group therapy for hair loss.
community Is it harder to notice new growth with long hair?
The user is experiencing hair loss and is considering using finasteride again, along with ketoconazole shampoo and curl cream, to manage their long hair. They are concerned about the appearance of new hair growth and the potential shedding phase from minoxidil.
community 2 years on treatment (stack update)
A user shared their hair regrowth progress using Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Estradiol Valerate injections as part of hormone replacement therapy for transitioning. They experienced significant hair improvement and personal satisfaction but caution against this approach for non-transitioning individuals due to irreversible changes.
community 5 Months Hair Transplant Progress / 3500 Grafts
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant of 3500 grafts, showing significant improvement in appearance after 5 months. They underwent the procedure at Heva Clinic in Istanbul for $2,300 USD, which included aftercare, and attributed their hair loss to both genetics and traction alopecia from tight hairstyles.
community Hyper responding to 1mg finasteride and 1x weekly microneedling
A user shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after using 1mg finasteride and weekly microneedling for about 2.5 to 3 months. The user reported no side effects and maintained good health and mood.