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research Canities subita: sudden blanching of the hair in history and literature
The true cause of hair suddenly turning white is still unknown.
research Sudden whitening of the hair in an 82-year-old woman: the ‘overnight greying’ phenomenon
An 82-year-old woman's hair turned white suddenly, likely due to a rare form of alopecia that targets pigmented hair.
research A puzzling Presentation of Alopecia Areata: Sudden-Onset Whitening of Hair and its Spontaneous Resolution
The man's hair turned white suddenly but returned to normal on its own in 6 months.
research Sudden improvement of alopecia universalis and psoriatic arthritis while receiving upadacitinib: a case-based review
Upadacitinib significantly improved alopecia universalis and psoriatic arthritis in a patient.
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.
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5 / 450 resultscommunity [Discussion] Trichoscopy in sudden-onset AGA: Pathology and reversibility of "Yellow Dots" without 5AR-inhibitors?
Hair loss treatments discussed include microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, finasteride, dutasteride, pumpkin seeds, saw palmetto, and scalp massage. The consensus is that finasteride or dutasteride is necessary for significant regrowth, while other methods may only slow hair loss.
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 Drastic and sudden change in hair loss condition
The user experienced increased hair loss and scalp itchiness despite using finasteride and plans to resume minoxidil and start microneedling. They are considering using clay, Aveda thickening tonic, and a beanie to manage the appearance of thinning hair.
community Self-testing if creatine speeds up hair loss (while on treatment!)
Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss in some individuals, but opinions vary. Some users report hair loss while on creatine, while others see no effect, especially when using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
community How is it that golden era bodybuilders kept their hair while blasting gear while in the modern era most are bald? I’m convinced there’s something in our food and water causing MPB to speed up
The conversation is about the difference in hair loss between bodybuilders in the "Golden Era" and modern bodybuilders. Some users speculate that factors such as the types and doses of steroids used, genetics, diet, microplastics, and overall health may contribute to hair loss. Hair loss prevention medication and transplants are mentioned as potential treatments.