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research Divergent progression pathways in male androgenetic alopecia and female pattern hair loss: Trichoscopic perspectives
Men's and women's pattern hair loss progress differently, with men showing more hair thinning and women having more widespread hair loss.
research Aromatase inhibitors induce ‘male pattern hair loss’ in women?
Aromatase inhibitors cause male pattern hair loss in women.
research Clinical, trichoscopic, and histopathologic characteristics of patients with alopecia and hypothyroidism: An observational study
Hypothyroidism patients with hair loss typically have thinning hair, smaller hair follicles, and normal hair shedding.
research Familial Androgenetic Alopecia in Siblings with Normal Endocrinological Status
Two young siblings experienced hair loss without hormone issues or other skin problems.
research Alopecia areata incognita
A young woman with a rare hair loss condition improved with steroid and biotin treatment.
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5 / 24 resultscommunity DUPA, Non Responders and Connective Tissue Disorders
A 27-year-old male with diffuse hair loss, including the donor area, did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil. He suspects his hair loss may be linked to a mild connective tissue disorder, possibly affecting the structural support of hair follicles, rather than being purely hormonal.
community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community What hair loss pattern is this?
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 Dutasteride SAVES your hair follicles: MAJOR BS on people who say it destroyed their hair permanently.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride. The conclusion is that dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels and may be more effective than finasteride for long-term hair retention, with some users reporting personal experiences and side effects.
community Not balding just low density hair
A person with low-density hair likely experiencing diffuse thinning. Suggested treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.