research A Histologic Review of 27 Patients with Lichen Planopilaris
The conclusion is that certain scalp tissue changes are characteristic of lichen planopilaris, with mucinous perifollicular fibroplasia being a new feature for diagnosis.
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research Formulation of Chloroaluminum Phthalocyanine Incorporated into PS-b-PAA Diblock Copolymer Nanomicelles
The PS-b-PAA copolymer nanomicelles are effective for delivering a cancer treatment drug in photodynamic therapy.
research Cutaneous Complications of Artificial Hair Implantation: A Pathological Study
Artificial hair implants can cause severe skin problems, often needing surgical removal.
research Experimental Cutaneous Bacillus Anthracis Infections in Hairless HRS/J Mice
Hairless HRS/J mice resist Bacillus anthracis skin infections due to high numbers of immune cells, not because they lack hair follicles.
research Reflectance Confocal Microscopy of Adult Periorificial Dermatitis: A Case Report
Reflectance confocal microscopy helped tell periorificial dermatitis apart from similar skin conditions.
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5 / 90 resultscommunity Alright boys, who’s willing to burn their scalp for science?
Researching the effects of scalp trauma on hair growth, with some users suggesting experimenting with a soldering iron or derma pen, and others bringing up studies that suggest this may be an effective treatment.
community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies
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 Why is no one pointing out dandruff as the number 1 evidence/symptom of MPB?
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.
community Derm prescribed ketoconazole 2% shampoo, claiming my case “is not bad enough yet” for fin. Second opinion?
A user was prescribed ketoconazole shampoo by their dermatologist for early-stage hair loss, but is unsure if this is the right treatment. Most commenters suggest seeking a second opinion or starting finasteride treatment immediately, while a few caution about potential side effects.
community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)
A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.