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Woolly Hair Nevus: A Rare Case with Late Onset in Adolescence

research Woolly hair nevus

40 citations , February 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

A 17-year-old developed woolly hair nevus in adolescence, which is unusual, and over time the hair darkened and straightened slightly, but microscopic changes persisted.

research A case of pili torti in a young adult domestic short-haired cat

6 citations , February 2013 in “Veterinary Dermatology”

A young cat had a rare hair condition with twisted hair shafts but stayed healthy.

research Pathogenesis in pili torti: morphological study

23 citations , July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science”

Pili torti hair twists due to uneven outer root sheath cell development.

research Morphological analyses in fragility of pili torti with Björnstad syndrome

4 citations , November 2016 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

Pili torti hair is fragile due to loose keratin filaments and weak disulfide bonds.

research Hair shaft disorders

December 2025 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

Hair shaft disorders often indicate genetic or systemic issues and are managed by minimizing damage.

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community What Are the Technicalities of Curved Hair Transplantation?

in Transplants 4 upvotes 3 months ago

Curved hair transplantation requires specialized tools and techniques to avoid damaging hair follicles, with modified FUE being the preferred method. Proper extraction and implantation angles are crucial to prevent complications like keloids and sterile folliculitis.

community Hair loss research focused on chemistry for decades because we misunderstood the mechanics of growth.

in Research/Science 48 upvotes 5 months ago

Hair growth relies on mechanical forces, not just chemicals, with tissue acting like a motor. Minoxidil and finasteride help, but maintaining tissue elasticity and addressing mechanical issues are essential.

community The "I just want hair until im 30" cope.

in Chat 220 upvotes 1 year ago

Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hair loss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.

community 3months of taking 1mg of Finasteride

in Progress Pictures 262 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after three months of taking 1mg daily of finasteride. Other users commented on their experiences and the effectiveness of different treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.