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research Clinical and demographic characteristics associated with nail involvement in alopecia areata: A cross‐sectional study of 197 patients

6 citations , April 2024 in “Health Science Reports”

This study found that young patients with severe AA are more prone to nail abnormalities such as pitting and leukonychia, with koilonychia and red spots lunula in more severe cases.

research Nail Involvement in Alopecia Areata: A Questionnaire-based Survey on Clinical Signs, Impact on Quality of Life and Review of the Literature

19 citations , January 2018

Most people with alopecia areata have nail changes, which are common but don't greatly affect their quality of life.

research Hair and nail disorders of childhood

7 citations , December 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”

This article reviews hair and nail disorders in children, emphasizing their prevalence, congenital and acquired origins, and the diagnostic challenges compared to treatment, but reports no new clinical results.

research The spotted lunula

30 citations , May 1980 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

In this study, three patients with alopecia areata exhibited spotty absence of the whiteness of their nail lunulae, potentially due to defects in the matrical epithelium.

research Ichthyosis with confetti: clinics, molecular genetics and management

36 citations , September 2015 in “Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases”

This review discusses ichthyosis with confetti, highlighting its genetic basis, clinical features, diagnostic criteria, and current treatment options but reports no new clinical results.

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community Scalp Itching and Red Spots on Finasteride After 2 Years, Ketoconazole Not Helping

in General 171 upvotes 10 months ago

The user has been experiencing severe scalp itching and red spots after using finasteride for two years, suspecting possible allergies or a fungal infection. Despite trying ketoconazole shampoo and stopping saw palmetto supplements, the symptoms persist, leading to increased hair loss.

community 7 months of minox + red light cap, added fin 3 months ago

488 upvotes 6 months ago

The user saw hair improvement with minoxidil, finasteride, and a red light cap, noting better results after adding finasteride and stressing routine consistency.

community Red light therapy that works well

5 upvotes 1 year ago

Red light therapy with dual wavelengths (650nm and 850nm) can stimulate hair regrowth without DHT blockers. Consistent use of a panel with these wavelengths has shown positive results in hair regrowth.

community Advice on filling in this spot on my hairline?

24 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The user is concerned about a thinning spot on their hairline and is considering treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and dermarolling. They have started using minoxidil despite it not being recommended for their type of hair loss and are seeking advice on other potential solutions.

community Scalp redness and in that spot having thinning hair?

in Basic Questions 65 upvotes 2 months ago

The user noticed increased hair thinning and scalp redness on one side of their temple. They are seeking advice on what this could be and how to address it.

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