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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: New Insights and a Call for Action
Hair loss in black women needs more research, early intervention, and community education.
research A 5-Year Retrospective Study on Alopecia in a Tertiary Hospital in Southern Nigeria
The most common causes of hair loss in a Nigerian hospital were discoid lupus erythematosus of the scalp and alopecia areata, and more research is needed to understand and address these issues.
research Distinctive or Critical Histological Features and Associated Diseases
The document concludes that diagnosing hair loss requires evaluating multiple histological features, as no single feature is definitive on its own.
research Trichoscopy in Hair Disorders in Darker Skin: An Approach to Diagnosis
Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders in people with darker skin.
research Hair Pathology
Triple horizontal scalp biopsies are 98% accurate in diagnosing hair loss, better than single biopsies.
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5 / 128 resultscommunity Minoxidil should not be underestimated
Minoxidil can help with hair regrowth, especially when combined with finasteride, but it doesn't address the root cause of androgenic alopecia. Finasteride is often recommended as the primary treatment, with minoxidil as a supportive option.
community One year 2.5mg Minoxidil 1.25mg finasteride
A user shared progress pictures after one year of using 2.5mg Minoxidil and 1.25mg Finasteride for hair loss. The discussion includes suggestions for additional treatments like dermastamping, dutasteride, and increasing Minoxidil dosage, with mixed opinions on the effectiveness of current treatments.
community Has anyone recovered from traction alopecia or hairloss from acne ?
The conversation discusses hair loss concerns, specifically traction alopecia and hair loss from acne. It mentions that sleeping on one side is unlikely to cause traction alopecia.
community Hair loss research focused on chemistry for decades because we misunderstood the mechanics of growth.
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 4 Month Progress (Min/Fin Oral, Micro-needling + Rosemary Oil every 4 days)
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over four months using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, micro-needling, and rosemary oil. They reported no side effects and emphasized the importance of continuing the treatment to maintain results.