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GlossaryExclamation Point Hairs

short, broken hairs tapering at the base, indicating alopecia areata

Exclamation point hairs are a characteristic sign of alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition that causes hair loss. These hairs are broken, short, and taper at the base, resembling an exclamation mark. They are often found at the edges of bald patches and indicate active disease progression.

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research Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects

33 citations , March 2006 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery”

The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.

research Trichoscopic Findings of Hair Loss in Koreans

16 citations , January 2015 in “Annals of Dermatology”

The study found specific hair and scalp patterns for different types of hair loss in Koreans, noting racial differences affect diagnosis.

research A patient with diffuse hair loss

January 2015 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”

The patient's hair loss is most likely due to diffuse alopecia areata.

Alopecia Areata: Overview and Insights from January 2018

research Alopecia areata

290 citations , December 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss, influenced by genetics, stress, and diet, and may be prevented by a high soy oil diet.

Alopecia Areata: An Autoimmune Disease Causing Hair Loss

research Alopecia Areata

16 citations , April 2011 in “Recent Patents on Inflammation & Allergy Drug Discovery”

Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune disease causing hair loss in patches, often starting before age 20, and while some cases recover on their own, treatments include topical corticosteroids, minoxidil, and promising new methods like IL-31 antibodies and 308-nm Excimer laser therapy.

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community Possible explanation of why Dutasteride seems to be worse for some people’s hair.

in Treatment 47 upvotes 2 years ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that some individuals may experience a condition called reactionary hypergonadism when taking dutasteride for hair loss. This condition can lead to an increase in testosterone levels, which may worsen hair loss instead of improving it.

community The Golden Hair Regrowth/Loss Prevention Regimen With Results and Explanation

in Treatment 224 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss prevention and regrowth regimen includes finasteride, oral minoxidil, stemoxydine, hair growth serum, derma rolling, and ketocanazole shampoo. Users discuss efficacy, safety, and personal experiences with treatments.

community Some more realistic 15 months fin+min results. No loss, but also basically no growth. HT unfortunately seems like the only option left at this point :/

in Progress Pictures 116 upvotes 2 years ago

User shared 15-month results using finasteride and minoxidil, showing no loss but minimal growth, considering a hair transplant. Replies suggest starting treatment earlier, continuing current treatment, or getting a transplant.

community 3 hair transplants + finasteride + minoxidil (full review)

in Transplants 120 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their experience with three hair transplants, finasteride, and minoxidil to combat severe hair loss, achieving significant regrowth. They discussed the process, costs, and maintenance, emphasizing that transplanted hair is permanent and doesn't require ongoing medication.

community Thomas Sowell's hair at age 95

in Satire 346 upvotes 4 months ago

Thomas Sowell's youthful appearance at age 95, with comments on his hair and overall looks. Some suggest using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride to maintain hair.

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