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    Glossary Tapered Hairs

    refer to strands that thin from root to tip

    Tapered hairs refer to hair strands that gradually decrease in diameter from the root to the tip, giving them a conical shape. This natural tapering can be an indicator of healthy hair growth, as newly growing hairs often exhibit this characteristic. In the context of alopecia or hair loss conditions, the presence of tapered hairs can help dermatologists assess the stage and pattern of hair regrowth.

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      Hair Shafts in Trichoscopy

      research Hair Shafts in Trichoscopy

      86 citations , October 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Trichoscopy is a useful non-invasive method for diagnosing different hair loss conditions.
      Trichoscopic Findings of Hair Loss in Koreans

      research Trichoscopic Findings of Hair Loss in Koreans

      16 citations , January 2015 in “Annals of Dermatology”
      In this study, trichoscopic features aiding differential diagnosis of alopecia in Korean patients were found to be similar to those in Caucasians, but pigment pattern frequencies differed due to racial characteristics.
      Trichoscopy of Alopecia Areata: An Update

      research Trichoscopy of alopecia areata: An update

      89 citations , March 2018 in “The Journal of Dermatology”
      This review presents various trichoscopic findings for diagnosing alopecia areata but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing that no single marker is pathognomonic and multiple features should be considered together.

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      community Trying new hairstyle with thin hair! Open to opinions!

       8 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for hair loss with good results and is considering adding oral minoxidil. They are experimenting with hairstyles and hair products to manage their thinning hair and have received mixed feedback.

      community Six Month Progress Update - Hair Darker than Ever

       162 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair darkening and progress in hair regrowth over six months using 5% topical minoxidil, 5 mg oral minoxidil, 1 mg finasteride, and weekly microneedling. No side effects were reported from these treatments.

      community 22M – Started hair loss at 16 | Journey so far:

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old shared their hair loss journey, starting with homeopathic treatments and later using Minoxidil and Finasteride, seeing some regrowth. They are currently on oral Finasteride, PRP treatments, and saw palmetto serum, considering reintroducing Minoxidil or switching to Dutasteride for better results.

      community My hair loss makes no sense I can't stand it

       30 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced severe hair loss after taking testosterone, despite using treatments like Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil. The user regrets taking testosterone, as it seems to have permanently increased sensitivity to DHT, accelerating hair loss.