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research Colored dots on trichoscopy—beware of artifacts
Some hair products can create false signs on scalp examinations, leading to wrong diagnoses.
research Peripilar Sign in Androgenetic Alopecia: Does It Really Indicate Peripilar Infiltrate?
The Peripilar sign does not indicate perifollicular infiltrate in hair loss from Androgenetic Alopecia.
research Histological features of peripilar signs associated with androgenetic alopecia
Peripilar signs can help diagnose androgenetic alopecia and reveal its cause.
research Trichoscopy in anagen effluvium: Extensive peripilar sign
The conclusion is that a brown halo around hair follicles, seen in rapid hair loss, might be linked to inflammation or chemical exposure.
research Pseudopili Annulati in a Dark‐Haired Individual: A Light and Electron Microscopic Study
A dark-haired Chinese girl had hair that looked banded under certain light but was normal under a microscope.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity scarring alopecia awareness in this community
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
community PSA: Greasy, product laden hair makes the scalp 10x more visible
Greasy or product-laden hair can make the scalp appear more visible, leading some to mistakenly think they are balding. Proper hair washing and avoiding heavy products can help assess true hair thickness, and treatments like finasteride are used by some for actual hair loss.
community Why is no one pointing out dandruff as the number 1 evidence/symptom of MPB?
The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hair loss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hair loss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hair loss without dandruff.
community Little hairs on temples, is it a good sign?
The conversation discusses hair regrowth, with users sharing experiences and advice on using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to stimulate hair growth. Many users report seeing small hairs, which they consider a positive sign, though opinions vary on whether these hairs will develop into thicker, terminal hairs.
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.