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research Iron deficiency and diffuse nonscarring scalp alopecia in women: More pieces to the puzzle

30 citations , October 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

The conclusion suggests a possible link between iron levels and hair health in women, recommending further research on iron supplementation for hair loss.

research Prominent follicular mucinosis with diffuse scalp alopecia resembling alopecia areata

3 citations , July 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology”

A woman's hair loss, resembling an autoimmune condition, improved after treatment, but requires ongoing checks due to potential serious associations.

research Non-scarring alopecia of lupus erythematosus: A comprehensive review

August 2023 in “Annales de Dermatologie et de Vénéréologie”

Non-scarring hair loss in lupus patients often responds well to treatment and doesn't lead to scarring.

Reply to: Severe Diffuse Non-Scarring Hair Loss in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - Clinical and Histopathological Analysis of Four Cases

research Reply to: ‘Severe diffuse non-scarring hair loss in systemic lupus erythematosus - clinical and histopathological analysis of four cases’

3 citations , January 2013 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

The document suggests that severe hair loss in SLE patients may be an early sign of scalp DLE, treatable with immunosuppressive therapy.

research Lupus Erythematosus of the Scalp

September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks”

Lupus can cause a type of hair loss that doesn't scar, due to inflammation.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 1 year ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community scarring alopecia awareness in this community

in Chat 33 upvotes 3 years ago

Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Scalp Biopsy Results - Almost 2 Years Dutasteride, Still Worsening

in Update 24 upvotes 11 months ago

Dutasteride and finasteride are not effectively stopping hair loss for some users, despite long-term use. Some are considering or using RU58841, pyrilutamide, and other treatments like microneedling, while also managing seborrheic dermatitis with diet and topical solutions.

community Dutasteride Isn't Working? Get a Scalp Biopsy NOW

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 19 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride may not be effective for everyone due to underlying issues, suggesting scalp biopsies for further diagnosis. Users discuss using higher doses of dutasteride, topical treatments, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for hair loss management.

community Topical Minoxidil is a pain in the ass for diffuse thinners

in Minoxidil 95 upvotes 3 years ago

Topical minoxidil being a difficult product to apply, with users considering finasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil as alternative treatments for diffuse thinning hair. Other advice includes shaving the head in the first 3 months of using minoxidil and finding ways to apply it without saturating the hair.

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