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research Act Fast With Traction Alopecia to Avoid Permanent Hair Loss

1 citations , July 2024 in “Cutis”

This paper highlights that traction alopecia is common among certain ethnic groups and occupations due to tight hairstyling practices, but early-stage hair loss can often be reversed with treatment and by avoiding these styling habits, as observed in Hispanic and Black women.

research Traction alopecia: the root of the problem

60 citations , April 2018 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology”

This review discusses the causes and diagnosis of traction alopecia, emphasizing education for high-risk populations as there is currently no cure, and presents no new clinical findings.

research Extensive Traction Alopecia Attributable to Ponytail Hairstyle and Its Treatment with Hair Transplantation

44 citations , July 2005 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery”

Hair transplantation successfully treated a woman's hair loss caused by a tight ponytail.

research From Buns to Braids and Ponytails: Entering a New Era of Female Military Hair-Grooming Standards

3 citations , July 2021 in “Cutis”

This study reports that military hair-grooming standards have evolved to support inclusivity by addressing racial diversity in hair and skin types, aiming to eliminate the adverse effects of tight hairstyles and reduce racial and gender bias.

research Braids or Pony-Tail-Associated Traction Alopecia in Female Children

4 citations , January 2019 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology”

Changing hairstyles can help hair regrow in children with hair loss from tight braids or ponytails.

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community Why Fin/Dut is always recommended. The top 10 reasons for hairloss in men.

2 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss in men is primarily caused by androgenetic alopecia, with treatments like finasteride and dutasteride often recommended. Other causes include stress, nutritional deficiencies, medications, and scalp infections.

community Not balding just low density hair

597 upvotes 5 months ago

A person with low-density hair likely experiencing diffuse thinning. Suggested treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.

community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory

13 upvotes 7 months ago

Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.

community Hair loss research focused on chemistry for decades because we misunderstood the mechanics of growth.

51 upvotes 7 months ago

Hair growth relies on mechanical forces, not just chemicals, with tissue acting like a motor. Minoxidil and finasteride help, but maintaining tissue elasticity and addressing mechanical issues are essential.

community I’m crashing out (female pattern hair loss)

40 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A woman experiencing female pattern hair loss has been using topical minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo but is seeking further treatment options due to plateaued results. Suggestions include spironolactone, finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments like PRP, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a dermatologist and conducting thorough medical evaluations.

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