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research Tissue Expanders in Post-Burn Alopecia: With or Without Galeotomies

2 citations , January 2017 in “Recent clinical techniques, results, and research in wounds”

This study found that adding galeotomies to subgaleal tissue expander placement for post-burn alopecia resulted in faster scalp expansion and reduced complications of expander extrusion.

research Autologous follicular unit extraction transplant for postburn cicatricial alopecia: A single‐center's retrospective case series

5 citations , February 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This study found that FUE hair transplantation is effective for treating secondary scarring alopecia from burns, offering natural hair growth, quick recovery, high patient satisfaction, and few complications.

research Long-Term Multimodal Reconstruction of Extensive Post-Burn Scalp Alopecia Using Tissue Expansion and Follicular Unit Extraction: A 10-Year Follow-Up Case Report

January 2026 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery”

In this case study, a 35-year-old male with severe burn-related scalp injuries underwent successful reconstruction through tissue expansion, skin grafts, and multiple hair transplant sessions, resulting in satisfactory aesthetic and functional recovery.

research Tissue expansion and follicular unit extraction hair restoration in rehabilitation of a severe postburn deformity of neck and beard region

September 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”

This case report detailed a successful treatment involving contracture release and expanded neck flap reconstruction for a patient with severe neck contracture and beard alopecia from past thermal burns, highlighting improved skin quality and hair regrowth following follicular unit extraction.

research Follicular unit extraction for secondary cicatricial alopecia: A case-based perspective on technique optimization and surgical considerations

June 2026 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”

This study examined five patients with cicatricial alopecia treated using the follicular unit extraction technique, finding an average graft survival rate of 64.2% and acceptable transection rates, despite the procedure's challenges compared to non-scarring alopecia.

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community Severe Hair Loss Post-Surgery and Stress, Possible DUPA or Alopecia?

in General 64 upvotes 10 months ago

The user is experiencing severe hair loss after surgery and stress, with thinning all over the head, including the sides and neck. They are unsure if it's due to DUPA or alopecia areata incognita, and doctors have not observed miniaturization.

community Random bald spot suddenly appeared

212 upvotes 1 month ago

A user noticed a sudden bald spot and others suggested it might be alopecia areata, often stress-induced, recommending seeing a dermatologist for steroid injections. Topical minoxidil was mentioned as a successful treatment by one user.

community A Short Recap on PP405 and AAD 2026

in Update 5 months ago

PP405 is a promising experimental topical treatment for alopecia that reactivates dormant hair follicles by targeting cellular energy, with large-scale trials planned for 2026. While it shows potential, it cannot regenerate permanently destroyed follicles, making hair transplants the only guaranteed solution for advanced baldness currently.

community From Perfect Hair to This: 2 Years of Chronic TE + Unmasked AGA.

in Treatment 5 upvotes 5 months ago

A 25-year-old is experiencing chronic telogen effluvium (TE) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA) after surgery, using finasteride, red light therapy, and supplements, and considering oral minoxidil despite heart concerns. They are unsure whether to start minoxidil before or after an upcoming surgery, which may trigger another hair shed.

community PP405 Effectiveness in Transplant Area?

5 upvotes 8 months ago

Hair transplant recipients are concerned about whether dormant follicles are permanently damaged by incisions, but some believe undamaged follicles could still regrow if a treatment like PP405 is effective. Opinions vary on the impact of transplants on original follicles, with some suggesting treatments like finasteride can help regrow hair.

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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

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Can PP405 help bald patches caused by stress? PP405 is an experimental topical gel from Pelage Pharmaceuticals that inhibits the mitochondrial pyruvate carrier; its registered Phase 2 trial (NCT06393452) tested it once daily in 78 adults with pattern hair loss, for safety and tolerability. It is not approved, not for sale, and has not been studied in alopecia areata or stress-related shedding.

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Surgery that moves hair follicles from the back of the scalp to thinning areas

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