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research Diagnosis and management of tinea infections.

196 citations , November 2014 in “PubMed”

This article discusses the diagnosis and treatment of tinea infections, emphasizing the importance of confirming certain diagnoses with lab tests and recommending treatments such as terbinafine for tinea capitis and onychomycosis.

research British A ssociation of D ermatologists' guidelines for the management of tinea capitis 2014

156 citations , September 2014 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement”

This guideline review discusses updated evidence-based recommendations for managing tinea capitis, with a focus on accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and prevention strategies, but reports no new clinical results.

research Comma hairs: A dermatoscopic marker for tinea capitis

143 citations , October 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This study found that comma hairs are a distinctive feature of tinea capitis caused by Microsporum canis, distinguishing it from alopecia areata, which is characterized by exclamation mark hairs.

research Guidelines for the Management of Tinea Capitis in Children

125 citations , May 2010 in “Pediatric dermatology”

This review presents European guidelines for treating tinea capitis, noting systemic antifungals are essential, with griseofulvin preferred for Microsporum infections and newer antifungals viable for Trichophyton but often costlier.

research Corkscrew Hair: A New Dermoscopic Sign for Diagnosis of Tinea Capitis in Black Children

108 citations , March 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Corkscrew hair may be a new sign for quickly diagnosing scalp fungus in black children.

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community Is this how regrowth begins? Tiny little blond hairs on my vertex 50th day - Dutasteride 0.5mg + Minoxidil 2mg

in Is this regrowth? 38 upvotes 1 year ago

Tiny blond hairs on the vertex may indicate early hair regrowth from using dutasteride and minoxidil. Consistent treatment is advised, with potential for thicker hair over time, but a hair transplant might be needed for significant results.

community Tiny tiny hairs outlining juvenile hairline

in Is this regrowth? 17 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about hair regrowth using high-dose dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling. Users discuss seeing tiny hairs and hope they will become terminal, with advice to use derma rolling weekly for better results.

community Tiny hair coming in after switching from fin to dut

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 88 upvotes 1 year ago

After switching from finasteride to dutasteride, the user noticed new hair growth and experienced manageable shedding. They reported feeling great on dutasteride with minimal side effects, using Cialis occasionally for libido issues.

community Seeing tiny black hairs after using topical minoxidil

in Journals / Progress Pictures 104 upvotes 8 months ago

The user noticed tiny black hairs after using 5% topical minoxidil for 1.5 months and is unsure if it's due to the treatment. Another user suggests continuing minoxidil for at least 6 months and mentions that combining it with tretinoin and finasteride may improve results.

community 1000's of new tiny white hairs

in Is this regrowth? 270 upvotes 7 months ago

The user observed new tiny white hairs after 12 days of using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and biotin, hoping they will become terminal hairs. Others advise that while some hairs may not fully grow, consistent treatment, patience, and scalp massages could enhance results.

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When can I cut or style my hair after a hair transplant? You can cut or style your hair about 1 month after a hair transplant.
Can I dye my hair after a hair transplant? Most clinics advise waiting about 4-6 weeks before dyeing; follow your own surgeon's advice.

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What pigments are used in scalp micropigmentation? Providers describe SMP pigments as organic, vegan and formulated for the scalp, but these are supplier and marketing descriptions rather than verified specifications, and clinics contradict each other on colour change and chemical content.