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Glossary Tapering Hairs

gradually thinning hair strands from root to tip

Tapering hairs refer to hair strands that gradually decrease in diameter from the root to the tip. This characteristic is often observed in conditions like alopecia areata, where the hair shaft becomes thinner as it grows, leading to a tapered appearance. This tapering can be a diagnostic clue for dermatologists when assessing hair loss patterns.

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research Hair and scalp dermatoscopy

245 citations , March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This review discusses the dermoscopic features of common hair and scalp disorders and reports no new clinical results, aiming to assist dermatologists in diagnosing conditions like tinea capitis and alopecia areata.

research Use of trichoscopy for the diagnosis of alopecia areata coexisting with primary scarring alopecia in a female hair loss patient

2 citations , March 2019 in “Journal of Dermatology”

This report describes a rare case of alopecia areata coexisting with primary scarring alopecia, diagnosed through detailed trichoscopic investigation, highlighting the importance of comprehensive examination for accurate diagnosis.

research Hair Shaft Abnormalities as a Dermoscopic Feature of Mycosis Fungoides: Pilot Results

3 citations , July 2024 in “Dermatology and Therapy”

The researchers reported that identifying specific hair shaft abnormalities is crucial for distinguishing patchy/plaque mycosis fungoides from psoriasis and eczematous dermatitis on non-scalp skin using dermoscopy.

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.

research The Ratio of Typical Clubbing in Pulled-Out Hairs as a Useful Marker in Predicting the Course of Alopecia Areata

1 citations , January 2024 in “Annals of Dermatology”

This study suggests that analyzing microscopic hair morphology, particularly loss of typical clubbing and proximal tapering, may help predict the clinical course of alopecia areata.

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community Does tapering off minoxidil reduce permanent loss?

in Basic Questions 42 upvotes 4 months ago

Tapering off minoxidil from 5% to 2% and gradually reducing frequency may help minimize hair loss, but some loss might be unavoidable. The discussion focuses on managing hair loss when discontinuing minoxidil.

community Hair was retained after stopping finasteride, a decade later. Anyone else?

1 upvotes 8 months ago

After stopping finasteride, the user retained hair without noticeable balding, suggesting an unusual reaction to the medication. The user initially experienced rapid hair loss and itchiness, possibly due to male pattern baldness, but maintained hair stability after tapering off finasteride.

community How do you use Fin or Dut and not bottom out your DHT ?

1 upvotes 1 month ago

A female user experiences severe side effects from topical finasteride and pumpkin seed oil for hair loss, leading to rapid hair thinning after stopping use. She seeks advice on tapering off treatments to manage hair sensitivity and maintain hair health.

community Transitioning from topical Fin to oral Fin: anything I should know?

5 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation is about transitioning from topical to oral finasteride for hair loss treatment. Users suggest tapering off the topical while starting the oral dose, with some recommending using both simultaneously for a period.

community Help convince me to switch to oral min

in Minoxidil 145 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is considering switching from topical to oral minoxidil for convenience and better hair regrowth, despite concerns about side effects. They are also tapering off finasteride while starting dutasteride.

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