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research A Systematic Review of the Outcome of Hair Transplantation in Primary Scarring Alopecia

27 citations , September 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This review suggests that hair transplantation may be a viable treatment option for certain primary scarring alopecias, although findings should be interpreted cautiously due to possible publication bias favoring positive results.

research Primary Scarring Alopecias

27 citations , January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology”

This article reviews various types of scarring alopecia, detailing their inflammatory characteristics, but presents no new clinical findings.

Primary Scarring Alopecia: Clinical-Pathological Review of 72 Cases and Literature Review

research Primary Scarring Alopecia: Clinical-Pathological Review of 72 Cases and Review of the Literature

22 citations , January 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This research analyzed 72 primary scarring alopecia cases in a Barcelona hospital, finding that the majority involved women, with a lymphocytic infiltrate and subacute onset in many cases, leading to stable disease, while neutrophilic cases had more acute episodes.

Successful Short-Term Hair Transplantation Results in Two Patients With Primary Scarring Alopecia of the Scalp Pretreated With Autologous Fat Grafting

research Successful Short-Term Hair Transplantation Results in Two Patients With Primary Scarring Alopecia of the Scalp Pretreated With Autologous Fat Grafting

2 citations , June 2020 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Fat grafting before hair transplant may improve hair growth in scarring alopecia.

research Use of trichoscopy for the diagnosis of alopecia areata coexisting with primary scarring alopecia in a female hair loss patient

2 citations , March 2019 in “Journal of Dermatology”

This report describes a rare case of alopecia areata coexisting with primary scarring alopecia, diagnosed through detailed trichoscopic investigation, highlighting the importance of comprehensive examination for accurate diagnosis.

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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

What is Scalp Micropigmentation and how does it help people with visible hair loss? Scalp Micropigmentation creates the illusion of hair follicles on the scalp for visible hair loss.

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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

learn GHK-Cu

Heard alopecia areata leaves scar-like spots? Some peptides are helping those areas regrow hair. Alopecia areata patches usually still have living follicles. Peptides are being studied as a possible add-on, but the evidence is small and early. See a dermatologist for treatment.

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Tried everything and still getting bald patches? Procapil may help calm the immune response Procapil is a cosmetic ingredient complex; laboratory studies of its individual ingredients report anti-inflammatory effects, but no published clinical trial has tested it in alopecia areata or any other immune-related hair loss. Spreading bald patches should be assessed by a dermatologist.

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What makes alopecia areata different from other types of hair loss, and can topical Salicylic acid treatments help regrow the affected areas? Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition, and salicylic acid does not promote hair regrowth.

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Got small bald circles with no warning? Centella creams might calm the area and kickstart new growth. There is no published human trial of Centella asiatica for alopecia areata or any other hair loss; the only hair-related studies are cell-culture work. Community users describe Centella creams as soothing for an irritated scalp, not as regrowth treatments, and a new bald patch needs a doctor's diagnosis first.

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community Does ketokonazole on its own improve androgenetic alopecia?

in Ketoconazole 10 upvotes 5 months ago

Ketoconazole can slightly improve hair density and is best used as an adjunct to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. It helps with scalp health but won't stop androgenetic alopecia on its own.

community The Real Cause Of Androgenetic Alopecia

675 upvotes 1 year ago

Androgenetic alopecia is caused by DHT affecting hair growth. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss by blocking DHT and promoting hair growth.

community Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP

96 upvotes 1 year ago

Men with hair loss might have lichen planopilaris (LPP), which can mimic androgenetic alopecia, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Proper diagnosis, including biopsies, is crucial to distinguish between androgenetic alopecia and conditions like LPP.

community DUPA/Retrograde might not be DHT based...GET A BIOPSY QUICK or permanent Hair Loss!

41 upvotes 1 year ago

DUPA and retrograde alopecia may not be solely DHT-based, and a biopsy is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, oral minoxidil, pioglitazone, clobetasol, calcipotriol, ketoconazole, and doxycycline, depending on the specific condition.

community 30 Female, a month into 5% Minoxidil - is this normal?

28 upvotes 1 year ago

A 30-year-old woman experiencing rapid hair loss is using 5% Minoxidil, Saw Palmetto, vitamins, and Nizoral, but is advised to see a dermatologist as her symptoms may indicate a condition other than androgenetic alopecia, such as alopecia areata or a thyroid issue. Many suggest a biopsy and blood tests to determine the underlying cause.

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