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GlossaryTraumatic Alopecia

hair loss caused by physical damage to hair follicles

Traumatic Alopecia, also known as Traumatic Hair Loss, refers to hair loss resulting from physical damage to the hair shaft or follicle. This can be caused by excessive pulling, brushing, or styling practices such as tight braids, chemical treatments, or heat application. The condition can lead to temporary or permanent hair loss depending on the severity and duration of the trauma.

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community When you're balding is it an absolute traumatic period of your life or do some people not care as much?

in Chat 89 upvotes 1 year ago

Balding can be traumatic for many, affecting self-esteem and social interactions, while others accept it more easily. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Is getting a haircut a traumatic experience for anyone else?

in Chat 339 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss causes anxiety during haircuts, with some using minoxidil, finasteride, or hair transplants to cope. Others manage by cutting their own hair or accepting baldness.

community Woman with telogen effluvium. What can I do while I wait?

in Female 7 upvotes 7 years ago

Woman with telogen effluvium lost 40% of hair after traumatic event. Taking biotin, Viviscal Professional, and Rogaine 5% foam for treatment.

community From Perfect Hair to This: 2 Years of Chronic TE + Unmasked AGA.

in Treatment 5 upvotes 2 months ago

A 25-year-old is experiencing chronic telogen effluvium (TE) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA) after surgery, using finasteride, red light therapy, and supplements, and considering oral minoxidil despite heart concerns. They are unsure whether to start minoxidil before or after an upcoming surgery, which may trigger another hair shed.

community 1 Year after TE. Scarred scalp

in Progress Pictures 8 upvotes 9 months ago

Hair loss after telogen effluvium (TE) with thinning and possible scarring, treated with 5 mg oral minoxidil. Concerns about scarring alopecia and lack of regrowth, with suggestions to consider finasteride for better results.

community 8 months post HT: weird asymmetrical shedding/recession?. Dr not 100% sure cause. Theories??

in Transplants 10 upvotes 1 year ago

8 months post hair transplant, OP experiences asymmetrical shedding despite using finasteride and starting minoxidil. The doctor suggests it might correct itself or be due to transplant trauma, recommending a wait-and-see approach.

community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

in Styling 73 upvotes 3 years ago

A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.

community 25M Exploring Causes of Hair Loss: TE, Alopecia, or AGA?

in General 226 upvotes 9 months ago

The user is experiencing hair loss with possible causes including chronic telogen effluvium, diffuse alopecia areata, and androgenic alopecia. They have tried treatments like Nizoral shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride, and are considering a biopsy for further clarity.

community Thinking of getting transplant to refill density lost from traction alopecia

in Transplants 16 upvotes 2 years ago

A 22-year-old with 4c hair is considering a hair transplant to address traction alopecia caused by braid extensions. They have tried derma stamping, oils, and minoxidil but stopped due to side effects.

community Severe Hair Loss Post-Surgery and Stress, Possible DUPA or Alopecia?

in General 64 upvotes 6 months ago

The user is experiencing severe hair loss after surgery and stress, with thinning all over the head, including the sides and neck. They are unsure if it's due to DUPA or alopecia areata incognita, and doctors have not observed miniaturization.

community Hair loss through the middle of my head 2 years on finasteride and 9 months post HT

in General 115 upvotes 11 months ago

The user experienced hair thinning in the middle of their head despite using finasteride and minoxidil and having a hair transplant. They are concerned about the thinning and considering shaving their head, while being advised to continue treatment and manage stress.

community AGA/male pattern baldness and loss of hair in the past 6months

in Treatment 50 upvotes 4 months ago

A 25-year-old male experienced significant hair loss due to telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia. He began using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins, seeing some regrowth but remains worried about hair density.

community Androgenic alopecia exclusively on the vertex of the scalp

in Chat 6 upvotes 2 years ago

A user experienced androgenic alopecia starting at the vertex without frontal hairline recession and is seeking information on this pattern. Another user noted that vertex or diffuse hair loss is common among men.

community Scarring Alopecia and NSAIDs?

in Female 4 upvotes 5 years ago

The user suspects scarring alopecia and is exploring NSAIDs and turmeric/pepper for inflammation-related hair loss, having experienced burning and thinning with finasteride and testosterone reduction. They are seeking feedback while unable to afford a dermatologist.

community Testosterone and Androgenetic Alopecia

in Chat 9 upvotes 5 years ago

How androgens, including testosterone, can cause hair follicles to miniaturize in people with sensitivity to androgens, and treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, or fluridil may be used in combination for long-term treatment.

community Good recovery to diffuse thinning

in Chat 15 upvotes 1 month ago

A 25-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia experienced improved hair condition after using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride, but later faced diffuse thinning and texture deterioration after a shedding phase. Others suggest patience, continued treatment, and using ketoconazole shampoo, with some sharing similar experiences of post-shed thinning.

community TE turned into Scarring hairloss

in Update 12 upvotes 2 years ago

The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.

community Huge holes on donor area of scalp is this even normal?

in Transplants 106 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about a person experiencing significant hair loss in the donor area after a hair transplant, with others suggesting it might be shock loss. The person is taking oral minoxidil and dutasteride to help with the issue.

community Here's why you don't assume you have TE, because you likely don't

in Chat 47 upvotes 1 year ago

TE (telogen effluvium) is often misunderstood and is triggered by severe stress or trauma, not minor daily inconveniences. Most hair loss cases are due to male pattern baldness (AGA), and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can help.

community A reminder that Telogen Effluvium could look like MPB; my progress

in Progress Pictures 30 upvotes 3 years ago

A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.

community I need some guidance...

in Research/Science 5 years ago

A user experienced hair thinning due to traction alopecia from using Murray's Beeswax and is considering treatments like minoxidil and finasteride to reverse the damage. Another user suggests consulting a hair specialist, as the hair may not regrow if scar tissue has formed.

community Isn't it kind of strange that hair loss happens at where the 2 main superficial temporal arterty branches (temples and crown) are?

in Chat 4 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss may be linked to blood flow and inflammation, with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and quercetin being discussed. The conversation also mentions the role of 5AR enzyme distribution in hair follicles.

community Sudden Triangular Thinning Patch

in General 157 upvotes 9 months ago

A 31-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They noticed a sudden triangular thinning patch on their scalp and are seeking advice, questioning if it could be medication-related.

community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 2 years ago

A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.

community The mechanism of androgenic alopecia

in Research/Science 34 upvotes 8 months ago

DHT may inhibit hair growth by affecting mitochondrial function, leading to hair follicle miniaturization. Treatments like minoxidil and PP405 may promote hair growth by altering metabolic pathways, potentially counteracting DHT's effects.

community 26M: Conflicting Diagnoses (AGA vs Telogen Effluvium), Treatment Advice Needed

in Basic Questions 112 upvotes 2 months ago

A 26-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and has received conflicting diagnoses of androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium. They are considering treatments like dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and are unsure whether to start treatment or pursue further diagnosis like a scalp biopsy.

community Can anyone tell me what kind of issue this looks like?

in Transgender 1 upvotes 2 years ago

The individual is experiencing hair thinning primarily at the front/middle of their scalp and is seeking to identify the type of hair loss they have. They already use treatments like oral Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, Tretinoin gel, dermarolling, and various oils and shampoos.

community Is this retrograde alopecia ??

in Chat 24 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses hair thinning and treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and RU58841. Users share experiences with retrograde alopecia, hair transplants, and stress-related hair loss, while also considering thyroid issues and other potential causes.

community MTF why am I suddenly shedding hair of exactly the same length

in Transgender 4 upvotes 4 years ago

The user experienced hair shedding after increasing minoxidil from 5% to 7% with latanoprost, possibly causing telogen effluvium. They are on HRT with Lupron, Estradiol, and Raloxifene, and are concerned about the shedding's duration.

community Can a HT fix a severe case of diffuse thinning scalp?

in Chat 1 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has severe diffuse thinning on the scalp and is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermarolling, tretinoin, and Nizoral without satisfactory results. They are considering a hair transplant but are concerned about the cost and the number of grafts needed.