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research Clinico-Epidemiological, Trichoscopic, and Light Microscopic Evaluation of Pediatric Hair and Scalp Disorders: A Cross-Sectional Study from a Tertiary Care Hospital

July 2026 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual”

In this study, pediatric hair and scalp disorders were effectively diagnosed using trichoscopic and light microscopic examinations, demonstrating high agreement with clinical diagnoses and emphasizing their utility as reliable, non-invasive diagnostic tools in a hospital-based setting.

research Scanning electron microscopes/silicon drift detector-energy dispersive spectroscopy: An analytical tool to identify waterborne microminerals pickup in human scalp hair cuticle due to water quality

1 citations , January 2018 in “Journal of microscopy and ultrastructure”

In this study, researchers used SEM/SDD-EDS to identify waterborne minerals like calcium and aluminum in the scalp hair cuticle of individuals using treated or untreated water for hair washing, finding that prior application of coconut oil or conditioners can prevent calcium uptake.

Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Can Differentiate Dermoscopic White Dots of the Scalp Between Sweat Gland Ducts or Follicular Infundibulum

research Reflectance confocal microscopy can differentiate dermoscopic white dots of the scalp between sweat gland ducts or follicular infundibulum

20 citations , April 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Reflectance confocal microscopy can tell apart white dots on the scalp as either sweat gland ducts or hair follicle openings.

research Preliminary evaluation of reflectance confocal microscopy features of scalp melanoma

7 citations , July 2017 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

This article evaluates reflectance confocal microscopy features of scalp melanoma but reports no new clinical results, suggesting further investigation is needed.

research Medulla loss of scalp hair in breast cancer patients determined by near-infrared microscopy

4 citations , September 2019 in “Journal of Biomedical Optics”

This study found that near-infrared microscopy can effectively detect complete medulla loss in scalp hair, which may serve as a potential biomarker for breast cancer diagnosis.

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community Oral Fin+Min: Digital microscope scalp review - Day 0 Vs 3 Months

1399 upvotes 1 year ago

A user used oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, seeing new hair growth under a microscope but no visible change. Commenters debated if the growth was real hair or fibers, and the user will update every 90 days.

community trichoscopy: for those of you with microscopes

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses using USB microscopes for scalp photos and provides a link to an overview of trichoscopy. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community First microscopic results after 5 weeks

in Progress Pictures 3 upvotes 5 months ago

The user shared progress pictures after 5 weeks of using 5% topical minoxidil, scalp massages, and microneedling for hair loss. They are considering adding finasteride but have decided to wait a few more weeks.

community Hair disappearing after one week (microscope photos)

747 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride and minoxidil, noting changes in hair under a microscope after one week. Others suggest patience, as hair treatments take months to show results, and recommend focusing less on microscopic changes.

community Highly recommend buying a microscope (see pictures)

in Treatment 44 upvotes 8 months ago

A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.

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