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    GlossarySuperficial Dermis

    upper layer of the dermis beneath the epidermis

    The superficial dermis is the upper layer of the dermis, which is the middle layer of the skin located just below the outermost layer called the epidermis. It contains blood vessels, nerve endings, and connective tissue, playing a crucial role in providing nutrients to the skin and facilitating sensation.

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      community Are Derma Rollers Actually Harmful in the Long Run?

      in Microneedling  40 upvotes 2 months 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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      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 8 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.

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      in Chat  55 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hair loss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hair loss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hair loss without dandruff.