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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp
Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is a condition that causes inflammation and scarring on the scalp, mainly affecting African-American men, and can lead to permanent hair loss.
research Alternative Uses of Dermoscopy in Daily Clinical Practice: An Update
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
research Cicatricial Alopecia: Overview and Treatment Recommendations
Permanent hair loss from cicatricial alopecia is treated by reducing inflammation and managing symptoms, but regrowth in scarred areas is unlikely.
research Specific Attention Areas in Scar Management: Tailored Approaches Based on Anatomical Features
Tailored scar treatments are needed for different body areas to improve appearance and function.
research Folliculitis Decalvans and Orofacial Granulomatosis
Treatment with dapsone, topical corticosteroids, and antibiotics improved the man's skin conditions.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity What happened with Verteporfin? I saw people were saying something positive about it one or two months ago.
The conversation discusses Verteporfin as a potential hair loss treatment, with trials by Dr. Bargouthi and Dr. Bloxham mentioned, and a suggestion to follow updates on the Hair Restoration Network site or YouTube. Preliminary results are positive, but one user is skeptical, calling it "snake oil."
community I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss
The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.
community 2.5 years 1mg finasteride daily
Significant hair regrowth was achieved after 2.5 years of taking 1 mg finasteride daily, without using minoxidil or microneedling. Minor side effects included a slightly thinner beard and longer time to finish during sex.
community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!
A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.
community Scalp Biopsy Results - Almost 2 Years Dutasteride, Still Worsening
Dutasteride and finasteride are not effectively stopping hair loss for some users, despite long-term use. Some are considering or using RU58841, pyrilutamide, and other treatments like microneedling, while also managing seborrheic dermatitis with diet and topical solutions.