research Two Cases of Linear Alopecia on the Occipital Scalp
Two rare bald spots on the back of the scalp were found to be lupus, not alopecia areata.
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research Evidence of increased DNA methylation of the androgen receptor gene in occipital hair follicles from men with androgenetic alopecia
Men with hair loss have more DNA changes in back-of-head hair follicles, possibly protecting them from thinning.
research Occipital involvement in female pattern hair loss: histopathological evidences
Occipital scalp affects female hair loss; terminal/vellus ratio helps diagnose androgenetic alopecia.
research Hair Diameter Variation in Different Vertical Regions of the Occipital Safe Donor Area
Hair thickness decreases from the upper to lower areas of the back of the head, affecting hair transplant results.
research What is the best sampling region for endocrine hair analysis? A comparison between the posterior vertex and occipital region and recommendation for standardization
The occipital region is best for measuring cortisol and cortisone, while the posterior vertex is better for OEA, SEA, and PEA.
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1 / 1000+ resultscommunity Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory
Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.
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