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research Scalp Pruritus: Review of the Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Management

37 citations , January 2019 in “BioMed Research International”

Itchy scalp is common, linked to various conditions, and hard to treat effectively.

research Severe Monilethrix Associated with Intractable Scalp Pruritus, Posterior Subcapsular Cataract, Brachiocephaly, and Distinct Facial Features: A New Variant of Monilethrix Syndrome?

13 citations , July 2004 in “Pediatric dermatology”

A new severe form of monilethrix syndrome includes hair loss, scalp itching, cataracts, and distinct facial features.

research Oral gabapentin for scalp pruritus in patients with lichen planopilaris: A case series

1 citations , July 2024 in “JAAD Case Reports”

Gabapentin may help relieve itchy scalp in lichen planopilaris patients.

research Scarring alopecia and scalp pruritus

November 2022 in “JAAD case reports”

The text talks about a rare skin condition causing hair loss and suggests that people with this should also check their lung and heart health.

research The itchy scalp - scratching for an explanation

61 citations , October 2011 in “Experimental dermatology”

Scalp itching is common and hard to diagnose due to the complex nerve structure of the scalp.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 1 year ago

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 Any growth (been taking iron supplements)

in Is this regrowth? 11 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on iron supplements for low ferritin levels and considering finasteride and minoxidil if thinning persists. There is debate over starting with finasteride versus dutasteride, with some users advocating for dutasteride due to its potency, while others caution about potential side effects.

community Don’t Get Too Hyped About PP405. We've Seen This Movie Before.

in Research/Science 218 upvotes 1 year ago

PP405 is a new hair loss treatment showing early promise with a 20% hair density increase, but skepticism exists due to past failures of similar treatments like Pyrilutamide, RU58841, and Bimatoprost. Users debate its potential effectiveness, with some hopeful due to Google's involvement, while others urge caution without more evidence.

community piroctone olamine was was very superior than ketoconzole in increasing hairgrowth and reducing itching and danruff?

in Research/Science 16 upvotes 4 years ago

Piroctone olamine is more effective than ketoconazole for increasing hair growth and reducing itching and dandruff. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Topical finasteride now the safest possible path?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 84 upvotes 2 years ago

Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.

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