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      Overview of Lichen Planopilaris: Diagnosis and Treatment

      research Lichen Planopilaris

      July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Lichen Planopilaris is a hair loss condition best treated early with various medications, including hydroxychloroquine, to prevent permanent baldness.
      Lichen Planopilaris: Chronic Scarring Alopecia with Autoimmune Component

      research Lichen planopilaris

      90 citations , July 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy”
      Lichen planopilaris is a chronic, scarring hair loss condition with no definitive cure, requiring accurate diagnosis and treatment to manage symptoms.
      A Clinicopathologic Study of Lichen Planopilaris Among Men

      research A clinicopathologic study of lichen planopilaris among men

      June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Most men with lichen planopilaris had it confirmed by biopsy and often had thyroid issues, sexual dysfunction, or prostate cancer, hinting at a link with hormonal problems.
      Cicatricial Alopecias

      research Cicatricial Alopecias

      May 2017 in “InTech eBooks”
      Some hair loss disorders cause permanent loss due to scarring, and treatments like steroids don't always work well.

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      community Anger and frustration as I finally learn my diagnosis.

      in Female  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A young female diagnosed with Lichen planopilaris (LPP) experienced years of misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments, including a hair transplant and other procedures. She is considering litigation due to the misdiagnosis and has learned that LPP is chronic, hair loss can be stopped with ongoing medication, but lost hair cannot regrow.

      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 The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

      community can someone help me identify these pls

      in Treatment 4 months ago
      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 Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP

      in Research/Science  97 upvotes 1 year ago
      Men with hair loss might have lichen planopilaris (LPP), which can mimic androgenetic alopecia, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Proper diagnosis, including biopsies, is crucial to distinguish between androgenetic alopecia and conditions like LPP.