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research Chronic Telogen Effluvium
Chronic Telogen Effluvium is a hair loss condition in middle-aged women that usually doesn't lead to complete baldness.
research Alopecias: Practical Tips for the Management of Biopsies and Main Diagnostic Clues for General Pathologists and Dermatopathologists
The document concludes that understanding hair follicle histology and the hair cycle is crucial for diagnosing alopecia.
research Colchicine Therapy for Psoriasis
Sudden weight loss can cause significant hair loss, and using colchicine on the skin for psoriasis may be unsafe.
research Telogen Effluvium
Telogen effluvium causes sudden hair loss, often due to stress or changes, and is treated by addressing the cause and offering support.
research Telogen Defluxion Associated with Hypersensitivity Causing Alopecia in a Horse
A horse's sudden hair loss was caused by an allergic reaction to a coat conditioning powder.
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5 / 405 resultscommunity Sudden itchy scalp and shedding after 2 years of treatment
After 2 years of using finasteride and minoxidil with good results, the user is experiencing severe scalp itchiness, shedding, and tenderness. Despite dermatologists finding nothing wrong, the user seeks over-the-counter treatments for the itch.
community 6 months of treatment and sudden shedding
A 28-year-old male experienced hair loss after COVID-19 and used Minoxidil with initial success, but later faced shedding again. He started Finasteride in February 2025, noticing improvements, but recent shedding has caused concern; his regimen includes Minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, red light therapy, supplements, and a healthy lifestyle.
community 1Y on Min, 3M on Fin, sudden shedding and growth stopped everywhere?
After 3 months of using oral finasteride with oral minoxidil, shedding has started, and facial and body hair is growing back thinner. The user is questioning if a dosage increase is needed.
community Alfatradiol causing shedding ?
The user experienced a sudden decrease in hair density after starting alfatradiol while already using finasteride. Another user mentioned that initial shedding can occur with hair loss treatments, but it may not last long.
community Increased shedding after being on 0.25mg finasteride for 3 months
Increased hair shedding after 3 months of using 0.25mg finasteride, with thin, tapered hairs falling out. The user is concerned about the sudden change in shedding pattern.