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GlossaryPili Bifurcati

rare hair disorder where strands split into two branches

Pili Bifurcati is a rare hair shaft disorder characterized by the presence of bifurcated or forked hairs. This means that individual hair strands split into two separate branches along their length, giving the appearance of a "Y" shape. It is typically diagnosed through microscopic examination and can be associated with other hair abnormalities or genetic conditions.

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research Hair Shaft Abnormalities. Pili Bifurcati: A Scanning Electron Microscopy Analysis

5 citations , March 2009 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

The study found that pili bifurcati causes hair to intermittently split into two branches, each with its own outer layer.

research Dermatoscopy of hair shaft disorders

68 citations , August 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.

research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders with Fragility—Part I

33 citations , June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

Some congenital hair disorders improve in childhood or with treatments like minoxidil and retinoids, while others like Netherton syndrome and trichothiodystrophy have a poor prognosis.

research Role of dermoscopy in the diagnosis of alopecia

1 citations , December 2018 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology”

Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing different types of hair loss.

research A Unique Case of Pili Multigemini Complicated by Folliculitis: Unveiling the Intricacies of a Rare Hair-Follicle Disorder

1 citations , July 2023 in “Cureus”

A rare hair disorder with multiple hairs from one follicle was found on a patient's abdomen.

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community Pili migrans? Lichen something? Seb derm?

in Female 19 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a female experiencing hair loss and seeking advice on why it's difficult to regrow hair. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 are not mentioned.

community Oral Minoxidil - Multiple Facial Hair in One Follicle / Pili Multigemini Question

in Minoxidil 117 upvotes 8 months ago

Oral minoxidil can cause multiple facial hairs to grow from one follicle, known as Pili Multigemini, leading to ingrown hairs and zits. Users report increased facial and body hair growth, with some experiencing fewer issues after switching to dutasteride.

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