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Glossary Trichoscopic Findings

observations from magnified examination of hair and scalp

Trichoscopic Findings refer to the observations and results obtained from trichoscopy, a non-invasive diagnostic technique that uses a dermatoscope to magnify and examine the hair and scalp. This method helps in identifying various hair and scalp disorders by revealing specific patterns, structures, and abnormalities that are not visible to the naked eye, such as hair shaft irregularities, follicular changes, and vascular patterns.

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research Syphilitic alopecia: uncommon trichoscopic findings

32 citations , July 2017 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

This study is the first to describe a mixed pattern of essential syphilitic alopecia using trichoscopy, identifying features like tapered bended hairs and perifollicular hyperkeratosis in a patient without secondary syphilis symptoms.

research Trichoscopic findings of androgenetic alopecia and their association with disease severity

30 citations , March 2015 in “Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that certain trichoscopic features like white peripilar sign, yellow dots, and scalp pigmentation are positively correlated with the severity of androgenetic alopecia in Chinese patients.

research Trichoscopic findings in alopecia areata and their relation to disease activity, severity and clinical subtype in Turkish patients

26 citations , August 2013 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that certain trichoscopic patterns, like exclamation mark hairs, were associated with active or mild alopecia areata in Turkish patients, aiding in diagnosis and prediction of the disease.

research Trichoscopic Findings of Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp Associated with Gefitinib

21 citations , June 2017 in “Case Reports in Dermatology”

This case report describes a 57-year-old Japanese female who developed scarring alopecia linked to gefitinib, an EGFR inhibitor, with improvement in hair loss after reducing the drug dosage.

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.

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community [Discussion] Trichoscopy in sudden-onset AGA: Pathology and reversibility of "Yellow Dots" without 5AR-inhibitors?

4 upvotes 5 months ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, finasteride, dutasteride, pumpkin seeds, saw palmetto, and scalp massage. The consensus is that finasteride or dutasteride is necessary for significant regrowth, while other methods may only slow hair loss.

community We Need A Solution For The Inflammatory Response related To AGA

in Research/Science 16 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about finding a solution for scalp inflammation related to AGA, with the user expressing frustration that Minoxidil and Finasteride do not address inflammation. The user has researched glucocorticoids and topical NSAIDs for reducing inflammation and seeks advice from specialists.

community Highly recommend buying a microscope (see pictures)

in Treatment 44 upvotes 8 months ago

A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.

community Efficacy and Tolerability of N-Acetyl-Cysteine for Treatment of The Early-onset Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

26 upvotes 4 years ago

N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) was found to improve hair parameters in men with early-onset androgenetic alopecia, showing increased terminal hair count and decreased vellus hair count, with good tolerability. NAC, used alone or with minoxidil, may help due to its antioxidant properties, though its effectiveness can vary among individuals.

community 5+ years on meds, still losing

in Progress Pictures 11 months ago

The user has been on finasteride and minoxidil since 2020 and increased dutasteride and minoxidil doses in June 2024, but still experiences hair loss. Despite trying pyrilutamide without success, opinions vary on whether the hair loss is significant, with some suggesting it might be due to lighting, angles, or a regular shedding cycle.

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