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research SALT II: A new take on the Severity of Alopecia Tool (SALT) for determining percentage scalp hair loss

44 citations , November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This article updates a diagnostic tool (SALT II) for assessing hair loss by adding more precise measurements of scalp surface area, particularly useful for various types of alopecia.

research Primary scalp alopecia: new histopathological tools, new concepts and a practical guide to diagnosis

14 citations , September 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology”

This review discusses the classification and diagnosis of primary scalp alopecia, focusing on scarring and non-scarring types, and reports no new clinical results; it emphasizes simplified diagnostic pathways and tissue processing techniques.

research Ritlecitinib and brepocitinib demonstrate significant improvement in scalp alopecia areata biomarkers

36 citations , December 2021 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology”

This study observed that both ritlecitinib and brepocitinib improved scalp biomarkers in patients with alopecia areata, with associations to hair regrowth seen in this phase 2a trial.

research Using artificial intelligence to compute Severity of Alopecia Tool scores

5 citations , April 2024 in “JAAD International”

AI can accurately measure hair loss severity in alopecia areata.

research When to expect scalp hair regrowth during treatment of severe alopecia areata with baricitinib: insights from trajectories analyses of patients enrolled in two phase III trials

September 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

In this study, researchers identified subgroups of patients with severe alopecia areata treated with baricitinib who experienced early, gradual, or late hair regrowth, finding that response was influenced by baseline disease severity and duration of hair loss.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 2 years ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

413 upvotes 1 year ago

Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

community Evaluate your progress with an objective tool

in Progress Pictures 40 upvotes 2 years ago

The post discusses using ImageJ software to objectively track hair regrowth progress. The user is treating Androgen alopecia with dutasteride and minoxidil.

community LLLT seems like it's at least a solid maintenance tool. Can also provide ok regrowth in AA and MPB. - Pubmed

17 upvotes 8 years ago

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is seen as a safe and effective method for maintaining hair and promoting regrowth in androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and male pattern baldness (MPB), with devices like the HairMax LaserComb® and iRestore helmet being popular. Some users and professionals are skeptical about its long-term effectiveness and cost.

community Microneedling-induced shedding after 5 months?

in Progress Pictures 22 upvotes 10 months ago

A user experienced significant hair loss after starting microneedling, despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are advised to consult a doctor as the shedding pattern is unusual and may indicate alopecia areata or other scalp conditions.

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Does omega-3 help with scalp inflammation or irritation linked to conditions like dandruff or alopecia? No study has tested whether omega-3 helps dandruff or scalp inflammation. Antifungal shampoos are the tested treatment for dandruff; see a doctor if it persists.

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Is scalp micropigmentation suitable for all types of hair loss? Providers say scalp micropigmentation suits many types of hair loss. Some conditions need a diagnosis first, and some can recover or regrow on their own.
Can scalp micropigmentation hide my scars? Providers say SMP can make scalp scars much less visible, but not invisible; this is a provider claim, not a measured result.
Is scalp micropigmentation safe? Providers describe scalp micropigmentation as low-risk when a trained practitioner uses sterile single-use equipment, but that is a provider claim rather than a regulatory finding: pigment allergy, infection and colour change are documented risks of cosmetic tattooing.
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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

learn Minoxidil

Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

learn Alfatradiol

Weak form of estrogen applied to the scalp

learn Baricitinib

JAK inhibitor pill used for severe alopecia areata

learn Microneedling

Technique that makes tiny punctures in the scalp with fine needles

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