research Androgenetic alopecia; An attempt to target microinflammation
This article is a letter to the editor about attempts to target microinflammation in androgenetic alopecia and includes no new clinical results.
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research A topical botanical lotion increases and remodels scalp collagen content through longer anagen phase, opening new perspectives
A botanical lotion can increase scalp collagen and extend hair growth phase, potentially improving hair thinning issues.
research Female patients with androgenetic alopecia: immunohistochemical picture of scalp biopsies
This study found that female androgenetic alopecia is linked to oxidative stress, microinflammation, and fibrosis, suggesting these could be key targets for treatment improvements.
research A study of plasma zinc levels in Thais with androgenetic alopecia
People with hair loss have low zinc levels; zinc supplements and laser therapy may help.
research A Cross-sectional Observational Study to Correlate the Trichoscopic Findings of Female Pattern Hair Loss with the Disease Severity and Underlying Histopathological Changes
In this study, researchers observed that trichoscopy could reliably identify features such as anisotrichosis and signs associated with inflammation and fibrosis in female pattern hair loss, which may aid in assessing disease severity and guiding treatment decisions.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Shedding stopped and micro inflammation is gone after adding dut 1.5 mg for 1 month
Dutasteride 1.5 mg stopped shedding and reduced scalp inflammation in one month, unlike finasteride. The user also uses minoxidil but saw no results until adding dutasteride.
community Any positive responses for Diffuse Thinner with Retrograde using Fin/Min/Dut
People with diffuse thinning and retrograde hair loss are discussing treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some reporting improvements and others experiencing issues like scalp inflammation and increased sebum. Suggestions include addressing scalp inflammation, considering gut health, and possibly using topical antiandrogens or micro-needling.
community Do you see skin shedding with micro needling?
Microneedling can cause skin shedding and inflammation, with some users adjusting needle size or frequency to reduce these effects. Some users combine microneedling with treatments like minoxidil, while others prefer smaller needles or alternative treatments like dutasteride.
community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL
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 Why does the same hormone grow your beard and destroy your hairline?
DHT promotes beard growth but causes scalp hair loss due to inflammation and fibrosis. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil help with hormonal signals and blood flow but don't address underlying inflammation.
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6 / 47 results- Is scalp micropigmentation suitable for everyone? Scalp micropigmentation is not suitable for everyone; a consultation is essential.
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