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GlossaryScalp Infection

infection of the scalp caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses

A scalp infection is a condition where the skin on the scalp becomes inflamed due to the presence of bacteria, fungi, or viruses. Common symptoms include redness, itching, swelling, and sometimes pus-filled sores. These infections can lead to hair loss if not treated promptly and may require antifungal, antibacterial, or antiviral medications depending on the cause.

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Minoxidil Nanoliposomes as a Hair Growth Stimulator and Scalp Disinfectant

research Minoxidil nanoliposomes as a hair growth stimulator and a scalp disinfectant.

March 2024 in “PubMed”

Minoxidil nanoliposomes boost hair growth and reduce scalp bacteria better than regular minoxidil.

research Infectious Alopecia in a Dog Breeder After Renal Transplantation

5 citations , September 2008 in “Journal of the Chinese Medical Association”

A kidney transplant patient got a fungal infection from her dogs, but treatment improved her condition and hair grew back.

research Androgenetic alopecia – is contact dermatitis an accelerating factor?

3 citations , February 1990 in “Contact Dermatitis”

Contact dermatitis may speed up hair loss in some cases.

research Artificial Hair Fiber Restoration in the Treatment of Scalp Scars

10 citations , January 2007 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Artificial hair fibers help treat scalp scars with few complications and a 20% yearly fiber fall rate.

research Improved Scalp Reduction Results with Prolonged Acute Tissue Expansion (PÂTÉ)

6 citations , September 1995 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery”

The new technique PÂTÉ improved the amount of scalp tissue removed in surgeries.

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community Microneedling : Questions regarding routine and sanitary

6 upvotes 7 years ago

The conversation discusses microneedling for hair regrowth, emphasizing the importance of disinfecting the scalp to avoid infections. It also mentions using minoxidil and castor oil in the treatment routine.

community A warning for those wanting to try microneedling

in Microneedling 12 upvotes 3 years ago

User tried microneedling with min and fin for hair loss, experienced inflamed scalp and dandruff. Recommends proper disinfection of microneedler to avoid issues.

community The Theory of BURN THE SCALP. !! NEW UPDATES¡¡¡

in Update 124 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a user's experiment with using hot water and a dermastamp to reduce hair loss, improve dandruff, and promote new hair growth. The user advises caution and mentions not sharing photos until more progress is visible.

community I destroyed my scalp so you wouldn't have to: here's what happens when you quit topical minoxidil

in Minoxidil 284 upvotes 3 years ago

Quitting minoxidil can lead to significant hair loss, even in areas that were not thinning before, as hair becomes reliant on the treatment. Some users also report losing hair gains when stopping minoxidil despite taking finasteride.

community Reddit’s Amatorial microneedling meta analysis of 11 different Clinical studies for a Total of 559 patients (Scalp microneedling + topical minoxidil 5%, safety, efficacy and Ideal protocol)

in Microneedling 329 upvotes 4 years ago

Microneedling with 5% minoxidil improves hair growth for hair loss patients. Best protocol: 1.5mm dermaroller weekly for 12 weeks or 0.6mm dermapen every 2 weeks for 12 weeks, skipping topicals for 24 hours.

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