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      research How to Diagnose Hair Loss

      27 citations , September 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      This review outlines a systematic method for diagnosing hair loss and presents no new findings; the authors emphasize the importance of biopsy in cicatricial alopecia cases.

      research Hair shaft disorders in children – An update

      12 citations , January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”
      This review discusses the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of hair shaft disorders and suggests diagnostic tools like trichoscopy and light microscopy, but reports no new clinical results.

      research Evaluation of Hair Loss

      5 citations , January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology”
      This article reviews the diagnostic process for hair problems, emphasizing the importance of thorough patient evaluation and communication but reports no new clinical results.

      research Hair loss.

      5 citations , October 1984 in “The BMJ”
      Up to 50% of scalp hair can be lost before it appears thin, and treatment is only needed for hair loss caused by diseases or deficiencies.

      research Hair and Nail Conditions: Alopecia Evaluation.

      1 citations , June 2022 in “PubMed”
      This article reviews the evaluation and management of scarring and nonscarring alopecias, emphasizing the importance of early treatment to prevent permanent hair loss in scarring forms, but reports no new clinical results.

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      community 31M - major hair shedding after weight loss + stopping vitamins — help!

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced hair shedding after rapid weight loss and stopping vitamins, despite using minoxidil and other supplements. He is considering Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil instead of finasteride due to trying for kids, and is concerned about high ferritin and DHEAS levels.

      community Saw Palmetto/Biotin/Minoxodil--my experience.

       12 upvotes 12 years ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth and reduced shedding using saw palmetto, biotin, minoxidil, fish oil, and Nizoral, but hair loss resumed after discontinuing the regimen. They are considering reintroducing the regimen and possibly trying finasteride.