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GlossaryScarring Alopecia (SG)

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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A Frameshift Insertion in SGK3 Leads to Recessive Hairlessness in Scottish Deerhounds: A Candidate Gene for Human Alopecia Conditions

research A Frameshift Insertion in SGK3 Leads to Recessive Hairlessness in Scottish Deerhounds: A Candidate Gene for Human Alopecia Conditions

10 citations, March 2019 in “Human Genetics”

A genetic mutation in the SGK3 gene causes hairlessness in Scottish Deerhounds and may relate to human hair loss.

research The Critical Roles of Serum/Glucocorticoid-Regulated Kinase 3 (SGK3) in Hair Follicle Morphogenesis and Homeostasis

9 citations, April 2006 in “American Journal of Pathology”

SGK3 is essential for proper hair growth and health.

research Caffeine Induces Autophagy and Apoptosis in Auditory Hair Cells via the SGK1/HIF-1α Pathway

5 citations, November 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology”

Caffeine can damage hearing cells and affect hearing recovery after ear trauma.

Dermatologic Care of Sexual and Gender Minority/LGBTQIA Youth, Part 2: Recognition and Management of the Unique Dermatologic Needs of SGM Adolescents

research Dermatologic Care of Sexual and Gender Minority/LGBTQIA Youth, Part 2: Recognition and Management of the Unique Dermatologic Needs of SGM Adolescents

13 citations, July 2019 in “Pediatric dermatology”

Pediatric dermatologists need to understand the unique skin health needs of LGBTQIA youth to provide better care.

research Pharmacopuncture and Dermal Application of Sebalgukhwa-San: Effects on Hair Growth in a Mouse Model of Alopecia

May 2019 in “Journal of Acupuncture Research”

Sebalgukhwa-san (SGS) can help treat hair loss without liver toxicity.

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community nice to meet you my name is Fin Diesel

in Satire 782 upvotes 2 years ago

A joke about someone named "Fin Diesel" living life one milligram at a time, referencing the treatments Finasteride and Minoxidil used to treat hair loss; users discussed whether the look would be better with or without hair.

community DIY Shed treatment & thick regrowth, Vitamin C shampoo

in Treatment 9 upvotes 3 years ago

DIY hair loss treatment with vitamin C in shampoo reduced shedding and promoted regrowth, benefiting both the original poster and their wife.

community Taking this supplements seem to have significantly reduced my hair fall. Will it help others too?

in Treatment 10 upvotes 4 years ago

Taking curcumin, omega-3 fish oil, vitamin D, and theaflavin supplements significantly reduced hair fall. The user suggests others try these supplements and report their results.

community Pyrilutamide binding affinity is similar to RU

in Research/Science 16 upvotes 2 years ago

Comparing the effectiveness of RU58841, Pyrilutamide and CB-03-01 as treatments for hair loss, with people discussing different aspects such as binding affinity, time of inhibition, safety data and cost.

community the post about vitamin c and pH levels is legit.

in Update 13 upvotes 2 years ago

Using vitamin C in shampoo to adjust pH levels can improve hair health and reduce oiliness and dandruff. The user mixed vitamin C powder with conditioner, achieving positive results.

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