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GlossarySyphilitic Alopecia

hair loss caused by secondary syphilis infection

Syphilitic Alopecia, also known as Syphilitic Hair Loss or Alopecia Syphilitica, is a form of hair loss associated with secondary syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It typically presents as patchy hair loss on the scalp, often described as a "moth-eaten" appearance, but can also affect other body hair. This condition is a sign of systemic infection and requires antibiotic treatment to address the underlying syphilis.

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research Essential syphilitic alopecia revisited

53 citations , May 1995 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Syphilis can cause hair loss that looks like other conditions, but it improves with treatment.

research Syphilitic alopecia: uncommon trichoscopic findings

32 citations , July 2017 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

New hair and skin changes were found in a rare case of syphilis-related hair loss.

research Syphilitic Alopecia: Case Reports and Trichoscopic Findings

29 citations , January 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders”

Hair loss due to syphilis can be identified using trichoscopy and is treatable with antibiotics.

research Syphilitic Alopecia: A Report of 5 Cases and a Review of the Literature

13 citations , June 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”

Syphilitic alopecia, linked to syphilis and high-risk sexual behavior, improves with penicillin treatment.

research Dermatoscopic findings of syphilitic alopecia

11 citations , May 2020 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

Dermoscopy helps diagnose syphilitic alopecia, and treatment with penicillin can regrow hair.

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learn Alopecia Areata

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

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community [23M] Hair got better at 3 months, then much worse. What now?

in Progress Pictures 141 upvotes 6 months ago

The user experienced initial hair improvement with dutasteride and minoxidil but saw worsening at seven months, likely due to shedding. The consensus is to continue treatment, as shedding is common and improvement may take up to a year.

community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 2 years ago

A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.

community Diffuse Alopecia

in Female 5 upvotes 5 years ago

A 19-year-old female with Diffuse Alopecia was advised by a dermatologist to use vitamin supplements, a hair serum, and antifungal drops, leading to some improvement. Other users suggested treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and consulting a different dermatologist for further advice.

community can someone help me identify these pls

in Treatment 8 months ago

The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.

community Scarring Alopecia and NSAIDs?

in Female 4 upvotes 5 years ago

The user suspects scarring alopecia and is exploring NSAIDs and turmeric/pepper for inflammation-related hair loss, having experienced burning and thinning with finasteride and testosterone reduction. They are seeking feedback while unable to afford a dermatologist.

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