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Tinea Capitis Mimicking Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Histopathologic Pitfall When Evaluating Alopecia in the Post-Pubertal Patient

research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Histopathologic Pitfall When Evaluating Alopecia in the Post-Pubertal Patient

33 citations , December 2013 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology”

A fungal infection can look like a different scalp condition in teens, leading to wrong treatment until proper tests are done.

research The Natural History of Androgenetic Alopecia

12 citations , January 2005 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

AGA affects many, progresses differently, and early treatment is crucial.

research Black Dots Seen Under Trichoscopy Are Not Specific for Alopecia Areata

42 citations , June 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

Black dots under trichoscopy can appear in different hair and scalp conditions, not just in alopecia areata.

research Artificial Hair Fiber Restoration in the Treatment of Scalp Scars

January 2007 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Artificial hair fibers help treat scalp scars with few complications and a 20% yearly fiber fall rate.

research Cicatricial Alopecias: Diagnosis and Treatment Complexities

1 citations , July 2012 in “Springer eBooks”

The document concludes that more research is needed to better understand and treat scarring hair loss conditions.

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community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

in Update 10 upvotes 1 year ago

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.

community The theory that explains everything. The malloclusion theory has been proven.

in Research/Science 27 upvotes 2 years ago

Brian Dye's theory links skeletal malocclusion type II to hair loss, suggesting it's a blood flow issue. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and anti-inflammatory drugs like benaxoprofen.

community I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss

in Chat 98 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.

community Dental technician is convinced that he has found the cause of pattern hair loss

in Research/Science 310 upvotes 1 year ago

A dental technician claims malocclusion causes pattern hair loss due to poor scalp circulation. Users debate this, noting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling focus on DHT and blood flow.

community progress has been insane, been having a bad shed for about a month or 2, can anyone explain?

in Progress Pictures 678 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil and dutasteride, along with microneedling, vitamins, and massages. Despite recent shedding, they hope it's a synchronized hair cycle and plan to continue the treatment.

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