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research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp after contact dermatitis from a prosthetic hair piece

9 citations , March 2017 in “JAAD Case Reports”

This case report describes erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp triggered by contact dermatitis from a glued-on hair piece, marking the first instance of this specific cause.

research Wigs and hair prosthetics

May 2023 in “Elsevier eBooks”

According to this source, wigs and hair prosthetics can enhance social confidence and quality of life for patients with alopecia, especially when other treatments fall short aesthetically, but care is needed to prevent issues like traction alopecia and contact dermatitis.

research Global landscape of cranial prosthesis policies for medical hair loss: a narrative review

July 2026 in “Frontiers in Public Health”

This review highlights the inconsistent and often insufficient global coverage of cranial prostheses for medical hair loss, with variations depending on healthcare system models and a general lack of standardized recognition as medically necessary devices.

research Review of hair prosthetic options for patients with alopecia

June 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology”

This review provides dermatologists with a comprehensive overview of hair prostheses for alopecia patients, emphasizing key considerations such as hair coverage needs, material types, financial options, and adverse effects to better advise patients on suitable hair camouflage solutions.

research The relation between androgenetic thin hair diagnosed by trichoscope and benign prostatic hyperplasia

1 citations , December 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

In this study, androgenetic alopecia patients with thin hair were found to have a higher likelihood of experiencing prostatic enlargement and related urinary symptoms compared to those with thicker hair.

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community Is Elon on fin or dut? He made at least one transplant before

in Treatment 265 upvotes 1 year ago

Elon Musk likely had at least two hair transplants and uses finasteride or dutasteride to maintain his hair. He may also use a hair system or prosthetic hair.

community Why are hormone blockers more socially acceptable than hair systems or balding?

in Chat 105 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride is more accepted than hair systems because it is less visible and maintains natural hair. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used for hair loss, but opinions on hair systems vary.

community New company working on grey hair reversal

in Research/Science 98 upvotes 3 years ago

A conversation about hair loss and the desire for treatments to reverse balding and grey hair. The conversation mentions the use of minoxidil (Minoxidil) for hair growth and the potential for it to darken grey hair. Finasteride (Fin) is also mentioned as a treatment that turned someone's blonde hair brunette.

community Hair Loss Drugs Ranked in Order of Efficacy

in Research/Science 67 upvotes 2 years ago

Dutasteride is likely the most effective treatment for male pattern baldness, followed by finasteride and minoxidil in various forms and dosages. Users discuss personal experiences, dosages, and potential side effects, with some considering combining treatments for better results.

community Can hair thinning be reversed?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 36 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about the effectiveness of Dutasteride (Dut) and Minoxidil (Min) in reversing hair thinning. The user has been using Dut for 3 months and Min for a couple of years, and while hair fall has reduced, thinning continues. Other users suggest that Dut can reverse hair thinning over time, possibly beyond a year, and the outcome depends on individual body reactions and the degree of hair miniaturization.

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learn tamsulosin

What is tamsulosin and how is it used in treatments related to hair loss? Tamsulosin is a prescription alpha-1 blocker approved for benign prostatic hyperplasia; no human trial has tested it for hair loss, and there are no dosing protocols or safety data for that use. Its connection to hair is a receptor-biology hypothesis, not a treatment.

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble

Can scalp micropigmentation be done on a bald head? Scalp micropigmentation can effectively create a realistic shaved head appearance on a bald head.

learn Bimatoprost

a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp

learn Hair Fibers

cosmetic product that temporarily makes hair appear thicker

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learn Saw Palmetto

a natural and far less effective alternative to Finasteride

learn procapil

Seeing too much hair on your brush lately? Procapil might help your strands hang on longer. Procapil may strengthen hair and reduce hair loss by improving follicle health.

learn Hair Transplant

Can beard hair be used for hair transplants? Beard hair can be effectively used for hair transplants, especially when scalp hair is limited.
Do hair transplants look natural? When done correctly, hair transplants can look completely natural and undetectable.

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