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GlossaryScalp Abscess

localized pus-filled infection on the scalp

A scalp abscess, also known as a boil on the scalp, is a localized collection of pus within the scalp tissue, typically caused by a bacterial infection. It often presents as a painful, swollen, and red lump, and may require medical treatment such as drainage and antibiotics to prevent complications and promote healing.

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research Scalp Infection Caused by Mycobacterium abscessus Manifested as Patchy Alopecia in an Immunocompetent Female

2 citations , August 2023 in “Infection and Drug Resistance”

A scalp infection by Mycobacterium abscessus can cause hair loss even in healthy individuals and may be misdiagnosed.

research Case Report: Multiple Scalp Abscesses due to Mycobacterium abscessus Infection Following Triamcinolone Injection in an Immunocompetent Person

1 citations , August 2022 in “American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene”

Scalp abscesses can occur after hair loss treatments and may be caused by Mycobacterium abscessus.

research CLINICAL AND TRICHOSCOPIC EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF COMPLEX TREATMENT OF ABSCESSING PERIFOLLICULITIS OF THE SCALP

January 2026 in “Dermatology and Venerology”

Complex therapy is more effective for long-term control of scalp abscesses.

research Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp Successfully Treated with a Combination of Ixekizumab and Tofacitinib

May 2025 in “Journal of Inflammation Research”

A combination of ixekizumab and tofacitinib successfully treated severe scalp cellulitis, leading to hair regrowth.

research Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp

September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks”

Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is a condition that causes inflammation and scarring on the scalp, mainly affecting African-American men, and can lead to permanent hair loss.

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community Is this broscience? From More Plates, More Dates

in Research/Science 21 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.

community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 6 years ago

Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.

community Whoever had success with PYRILUTAMIDE, please give us hope outside of 5AR inhibitors.

in Product 8 upvotes 2 years ago

Users discuss using pyrilutamide for hair loss, seeking alternatives to 5AR inhibitors. They mention using minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841.

community Finasteride doubled my testosterone & estrogen

in Chat 265 upvotes 9 months ago

Finasteride increased testosterone and estrogen, stopped hair loss, and promoted regrowth. Users discussed side effects like libido changes and considered adding minoxidil and aromatase inhibitors.

community Next month marks 2 years on Dutasteride. When does it start working?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 36 upvotes 2 years ago

A user has been on dutasteride for nearly 2 years with no improvement in hair loss, expressing frustration. Other users suggest checking for other health conditions, getting bloodwork, and considering stopping TRT or trying finasteride.

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