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    GlossaryEpidermal Hyperproliferation

    rapid and excessive growth of skin's outermost layer

    Epidermal hyperproliferation refers to the rapid and excessive growth of the outermost layer of the skin, known as the epidermis. This condition is often seen in skin disorders like psoriasis, where skin cells multiply much faster than normal, leading to thickened, scaly patches.

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

      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.