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GlossaryFrontal Fibrosing Alopecia

scarring hair loss at the front hairline, often in postmenopausal women

Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) is a type of scarring hair loss that primarily affects postmenopausal women, though it can occur in men and younger women. It is characterized by a progressive recession of the frontal hairline and often includes loss of eyebrows and other body hair. The condition is thought to be an autoimmune disorder, where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to inflammation and permanent hair loss.

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research Frontal fibrosing alopecia: A multicenter review of 355 patients

339 citations , February 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Most patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia are postmenopausal women, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride can improve or stabilize the condition.

research Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia. Scarring alopecia in a pattern distribution

332 citations , June 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia may be a unique condition linked to postmenopausal changes.

research Postmenopausal Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

325 citations , June 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia may be a unique condition linked to postmenopausal changes.

research Frontal fibrosing alopecia in postmenopausal women

179 citations , December 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Some postmenopausal women with frontal fibrosing alopecia stopped losing hair with finasteride treatment, hinting at a possible hormonal cause.

research Frontal fibrosing alopecia: A review of 60 cases

166 citations , April 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Mostly postmenopausal Caucasian women get Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, which often includes eyebrow loss and has limited treatment success.

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community Concerned About Asymmetrical Frontal Hair Loss and Recent Finasteride Use, Seeking Experiences

in General 155 upvotes 6 months ago

The user is experiencing asymmetrical hair loss at the frontal hairline and is concerned about potential conditions like frontal fibrosing alopecia. They have started using finasteride and pumpkin seed oil to address the issue.

community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 2 years ago

A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.

community Can topical tretinoin only applied to face (not hairline) exacerbate hair loss?

in Chat 7 upvotes 6 months ago

Topical tretinoin applied to the face may exacerbate hair loss in some individuals, potentially triggering conditions like frontal fibrosing alopecia. Experiences vary, with some users reporting no impact on hair, while others experience significant hair loss.

community Just an encouraging post for atypical alopecia sufferers

in Treatment 4 upvotes 4 years ago

The user experienced eyebrow hair loss and tried various treatments, including Minoxidil, a Capsaicin-based product, Latanoprost, Bimatoprost, Castor Oil, and Travoprost. Despite initial setbacks and a brutal shedding phase, they eventually saw positive results with Travoprost, encouraging others not to give up on treatments.

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.

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