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GlossaryHair Wash Test

method to count hairs shed during a single washing session

The Hair Wash Test, also known as the hair shedding test, is a method used to assess hair loss by counting the number of hairs shed during a single washing session. Typically, individuals are instructed to wash their hair after a period of not washing it for a few days, and then collect and count the hairs that fall out. This test helps in diagnosing conditions like telogen effluvium or other forms of alopecia by providing a quantitative measure of hair shedding.

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research Hair Shedding Evaluation for Alopecia: A Refined Wash Test

2 citations , January 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

The refined wash test is a reliable way to measure daily hair loss and can tell the difference between different types of hair loss.

research Hair Evaluation Method: Pull Test and Wash Test

January 2015 in “Springer eBooks”

The pull test and wash test are cheap, easy methods to diagnose hair loss.

research Hair Evaluation Method: Pull Test and Wash Test

4 citations , January 2017

The pull and wash tests are simple, cost-effective ways to diagnose hair loss severity and type.

research Methods of hair loss evaluation: a comparison of TrichoScan^®with the modified wash test

14 citations , May 2013 in “Experimental Dermatology”

The modified wash test is better than TrichoScan® for diagnosing hair loss.

research Methods of hair loss evaluation in patients with endocrine disorders.

6 citations , January 2011 in “PubMed”

The document concludes that most patients with endocrine disorders experience diffuse, non-scarring hair loss, with scarring hair loss being rare.

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community Testimony after almot 4 years of fight (and many tests)

in Treatment 37 upvotes 4 years ago

User tried various hair loss treatments with limited success. RU58841 was effective but caused side effects, now trying Eucapil and continuing Finasteride.

community DIY Testosterone replacement therapy and fin

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 15 upvotes 2 months ago

An 18-year-old is considering testosterone replacement therapy with finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss but worries about side effects. Users recommend alternatives like minoxidil, RU58841, and consulting a doctor.

community Please take a vitamin & hormone test

in Chat 259 upvotes 1 year ago

Checking vitamin and hormone levels is important for addressing hair loss, as deficiencies in vitamin D, zinc, and iron can affect hair growth. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements are used, but addressing deficiencies is crucial for effectiveness.

community Update on my Hairloss : if you have unexplained shedding, get your blood tested.

in Update 26 upvotes 3 years ago

A user experiencing significant hair loss while on finasteride and minoxidil found out they had vitamin D and iron deficiencies. After adding iron, vitamin D, and a multivitamin with zinc to their treatment, they saw reduced hair fall within a week.

community Female Pattern Hair Loss - massive shed after many years on Spironolactone/Minoxidil

in Female 9 upvotes 5 years ago

Female experiencing hair loss for 10 years used 50mg Spironolactone and 5% minoxidil with decent results. Recently had massive shedding, but blood tests were fine and still taking original medications.

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