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GlossaryOccipital Area

lower back part of the skull

The occipital area, also known as the occipital region or the back of the head, refers to the lower posterior part of the skull. This region houses the occipital bone and is crucial for protecting the occipital lobe of the brain, which is responsible for visual processing. In the context of hair and alopecia, the occipital area is often examined for hair density and growth patterns, as it is typically less affected by androgenetic alopecia compared to other regions of the scalp.

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research Two Cases of Linear Alopecia on the Occipital Scalp

26 citations , January 2009 in “Annals of Dermatology”

Two rare bald spots on the back of the scalp were found to be lupus, not alopecia areata.

research Expression of beta-catenin, p63 and CD34 in hair follicles during the course of androgenetic alopecia

4 citations , August 2005 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”

Higher p63 and CD34 levels found in specific scalp areas may affect hair loss progression.

research [Indications for micrograft hair transplantation].

2 citations , May 2002 in “PubMed”

Micro-graft hair transplantation is an effective, simple, and painless method for permanent hair restoration in men and women.

research Trichoscopic features of androgenic alopecia and telogen effluvium

January 2021 in “International journal of dermatology, venereology and leprosy sciences”

AGA and TE can be differentiated by specific trichoscopic features, with AGA showing more variation in hair thickness in fronto-temporal areas.

research Expression level of leucine-rich repeat containing 15 regulates characteristics of dermal papilla cells of human hair follicle

1 citations , September 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Science”

The gene LRRC15 is more active in balding areas of the scalp compared to non-balding areas.

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community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory

in Treatment 12 upvotes 6 months ago

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.

community Trying to identify area of treatment with topical fin

in General 136 upvotes 8 months ago

The user is considering using topical finasteride for thinning hair around the middle part, vertex, and crown, and is unsure if the whole scalp is thinning. Another user suggests oral finasteride is more effective than topical, and recommends consulting a dermatologist for proper treatment.

community If bloodflow, and scalp tightness is cope why does scalp Botox produce results?

in Chat 4 upvotes 4 months ago

Scalp Botox may help hair loss by relaxing muscles and increasing blood flow, potentially benefiting conditions other than androgenetic alopecia. DHT affects hair follicles differently, causing tension and hair loss in some areas but not others.

community What hair loss pattern is this?

in General 157 upvotes 8 months ago

The user noticed small circular hairless spots after a buzz cut and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They are experiencing continuous shedding and thinning, and it is suggested they consult a dermatologist for a scalp examination and possible biopsy to determine if it's alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia.

community Does DHT Cause Complete Baldness?

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 11 months ago

Hair cloning technology is advancing, with clinical trials for improved methods expected by 2028 and 2029, potentially offering a solution for hair loss if donor follicles remain. Organtech's expansion into other biotech areas may secure funding, but the effectiveness of cloning depends on the availability of androgen-resistant donor follicles.

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