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research Segmented Heterochromia in Black Scalp Hair Associated With Iron-Deficiency Anemia

18 citations , April 1989 in “Archives of Dermatology”

A 15-year-old girl exhibited segmented heterochromia in her black scalp hair, characterized by alternating dark and light bands, which was associated with iron-deficiency anemia. Clinical and laboratory investigations suggested that low serum iron levels were crucial in reducing eumelanogenesis and possibly affecting melanin transfer. The condition resolved completely following iron supplementation, which led to increased eumelanogenesis in the hair. This case indicated that iron played a significant role in the process of melanogenesis within follicular melanocytes.

research Segmented Heterochromia in Scalp Hair

16 citations , November 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

research Segmented Heterochromia With Calibre Change: An Under-Recognized Sign Of Alopecia Areata

June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Segmented hair color changes can indicate active alopecia areata.

research Nonsynchronized Segmented Heterochromia in Black Scalp Hair

8 citations , May 2003 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

A 14-year-old girl's black hair showed unique color changes, suggesting early greying.

research Presence of Iron in Segmented Heterochromia of the Scalp Hair Without Iron-Deficiency Anemia

1 citations , May 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

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community When someone posts a scalp tension theory

in Satire 268 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss theories discussed include poor blood flow, scalp tension, inflammation, and DHT. Treatments mentioned are massaging scalp, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community 2 years progress (28M). Finally posting my results

in Update 220 upvotes 1 year ago

A 28-year-old shared his 2-year hair loss treatment progress using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and Revita shampoo. He saw significant improvement, especially with minoxidil and dermarolling, and stressed consistency.

community The story of RU58841/ PSK3841

in Research 622 upvotes 1 year ago

RU58841, a potential hair loss treatment, was not commercialized due to marketability issues and lack of long-term safety data. Concerns about its formulation and delivery methods further complicate its use.

community One full year of treatment before and after

in Progress Pictures 19 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their one-year progress with hair loss treatment, using topical minoxidil, 2% keto shampoo, microneedling, and finasteride. They plan to start dutasteride and are considering switching to oral minoxidil.

community Evaluate your progress with an objective tool

in Progress Pictures 40 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses using ImageJ software to objectively track hair regrowth progress. The user is treating Androgen alopecia with dutasteride and minoxidil.

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