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    GlossaryScalp Biopsy (scalp tissue examination)

    removal and microscopic examination of scalp tissue for diagnosis

    A scalp biopsy is a medical procedure where a small sample of scalp tissue is removed and examined under a microscope. This is often done to diagnose the cause of hair loss or scalp disorders, such as alopecia, infections, or inflammatory conditions. The biopsy can provide detailed information about the health of hair follicles and surrounding skin, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

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      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 4 months 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 microneedle, any long term users damage?

      in Microneedling  35 upvotes 7 months ago
      Microneedling is effective for hair growth, especially when combined with finasteride and minoxidil, but concerns exist about potential long-term skin damage. Users report increased collagen and elastin deposition, but the long-term effects on the scalp remain uncertain.

      community Is this true? Is long term taking fin harmful to the liver?

      in Chat  127 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether long-term use of finasteride (Fin) is harmful to the liver, with various opinions on side effects and comparisons to other substances. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil (Min), and RU58841 (RU).