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Glossary Scarring Alopecia

inflammation destroys hair follicles, replacing them with scar tissue

Scarring Alopecia, also known as cicatricial alopecia, is a group of hair loss disorders where inflammation destroys hair follicles and replaces them with scar tissue, leading to permanent hair loss. This condition can be caused by various factors, including autoimmune diseases, infections, or physical trauma, and often requires a biopsy for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.

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research Asebia-2J (Scd1ab2J): A New Allele and a Model for Scarring Alopecia

179 citations , June 2000 in “The American journal of pathology”

This study reports that the asebia-2J mutation in mice affects sebaceous gland function and leads to hair follicle destruction, offering a model for human scarring alopecias.

research Hair Follicle Biology, the Sebaceous Gland, and Scarring Alopecias

57 citations , August 1999 in “Archives of dermatology”

Hair follicles grow hair and release it through the skin.

research Stem cell markers (cytokeratin 15, CD34 and nestin) in primary scarring and nonscarring alopecia

54 citations , January 2009 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that in scarring alopecia, stem cells are differentially localized, suggesting that both inner and outer root sheath stem cells, rather than just follicular bulge stem cells, are involved.

research Cicatricial (Scarring) Alopecias

44 citations , April 2012 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

Scarring alopecias are complex hair loss disorders that require early treatment to prevent permanent hair loss.

research Sebaceous gland loss and inflammation in scarring alopecia: A potential role in pathogenesis

37 citations , June 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study demonstrates that sebaceous gland loss is a common early feature in primary scarring alopecia and suggests that inflammation of sebaceous glands or ducts may contribute to follicular damage.

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community Scarring Alopecia and NSAIDs?

4 upvotes 5 years ago

The user suspects scarring alopecia and is exploring NSAIDs and turmeric/pepper for inflammation-related hair loss, having experienced burning and thinning with finasteride and testosterone reduction. They are seeking feedback while unable to afford a dermatologist.

community Would Verteporfin potentially work for scarring alopecia?

5 upvotes 4 years ago

Verteporfin is discussed as a potential treatment for scarring alopecia. Minoxidil is suggested as an alternative treatment.

community An arthritis drug that can be used for Alopecia.

5 upvotes 4 years ago

An arthritis drug, baricitinib, is discussed as a potential treatment for autoimmune alopecia, not androgenetic alopecia. Ritlecitinib is also mentioned as a possible treatment for scarring alopecia.

community Seeking Analysis: Receded Temple Closeups for Scarring or AGA Signs

in Basic Questions 35 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation is about analyzing receded temple closeups for signs of fibrosis, scarring, or androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 are not mentioned in the conversation.

community Are Derma Rollers Actually Harmful in the Long Run?

in Microneedling 40 upvotes 1 year ago

Derma rollers may cause scarring alopecia, leading some to prefer dermastamps or dermapens for microneedling. Combining minoxidil with microneedling is effective, but proper technique and healing time are essential to prevent damage.

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learn Verteporfin

Can Verteporfin reduce scarring in alopecia or improve hair regrowth after hair transplant surgery? Verteporfin currently lacks clinical evidence for reducing scarring or improving hair regrowth.

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

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.
What is Scalp Micropigmentation and how does it help people with visible hair loss? Scalp Micropigmentation creates the illusion of hair follicles on the scalp for visible hair loss.

learn Microneedling

Technique that makes tiny punctures in the scalp with fine needles

Does microneedling help with all types of alopecia, or only androgenic alopecia? Small, low-quality studies suggest microneedling may add to minoxidil in pattern hair loss; evidence in alopecia areata is limited, and there is no evidence of benefit in scarring alopecia.

learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

learn Hair Transplant

What conditions can a hair transplant treat? Clinics say transplants can treat pattern baldness, long-inactive scarring alopecia and thinning; a transplant only moves hair a person still has, so the cause of the loss has to be diagnosed first.

learn Hydrocortisone

Mild corticosteroid used on the skin and scalp

learn Metformin

Diabetes drug that lowers blood sugar

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