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research Diffuse Scarring Alopecia in a Female Pattern Hair Loss Distribution
Scarring hair loss found in female pattern; biopsy needed for diagnosis.
research Management of Diffuse Alopecia
Scalp biopsy and digital phototrichogram help diagnose and manage different types of diffuse hair loss.
research Alopecias Due to Drugs and Other Skin and Systemic Disorders
Hair loss can be caused by stress, infections, drugs, and various diseases, with treatment depending on accurate diagnosis.
research Dysfunction of Hair Growth
Hair growth dysfunction involves various conditions with limited treatment options.
research Graham-Little Piccardi Lassueur Syndrome and Review of the Literature
GLPLS is a rare skin condition with specific hair loss and skin symptoms.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity DUPA VS. FAPD, which is more treatable? Which is worse?
DUPA is considered more treatable than FAPD, as FAPD involves scarring that prevents hair regrowth. The user has started treatment with oral dutasteride and minoxidil, hoping for better results than previous treatments.
community scarring alopecia awareness in this community
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 can someone help me identify these pls
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
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 Burning/itching sensation & terrible tenderness on scalp accompanied with heavy shedding
The user is experiencing increased hair shedding, scalp sensitivity, and itching despite using finasteride for four months, and has tried various shampoos without relief. They are advised to consult a dermatologist for potential scarring alopecia and consider other treatments like adding Dutasteride.