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GlossaryTapering Hairs

gradually thinning hair strands from root to tip

Tapering hairs refer to hair strands that gradually decrease in diameter from the root to the tip. This characteristic is often observed in conditions like alopecia areata, where the hair shaft becomes thinner as it grows, leading to a tapered appearance. This tapering can be a diagnostic clue for dermatologists when assessing hair loss patterns.

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research Hair and scalp dermatoscopy

245 citations , March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Dermatoscopy is useful for identifying different hair and scalp conditions and can reduce the need for biopsies.

research Dermoscopic Approach to a Small Round to Oval Hairless Patch on the Scalp

41 citations , January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology”

Dermoscopic examination helps diagnose different types of hair loss conditions by showing specific patterns.

research Hair Shaft Abnormalities as a Dermoscopic Feature of Mycosis Fungoides: Pilot Results

3 citations , July 2024 in “Dermatology and Therapy”

Hair shaft abnormalities can help distinguish mycosis fungoides from other skin conditions.

research Use of trichoscopy for the diagnosis of alopecia areata coexisting with primary scarring alopecia in a female hair loss patient

2 citations , March 2019 in “Journal of Dermatology”

Trichoscopy helped diagnose and treat a woman with two different types of hair loss.

research Trichoscopic Findings of Hair Loss in Koreans

16 citations , January 2015 in “Annals of Dermatology”

The study found specific hair and scalp patterns for different types of hair loss in Koreans, noting racial differences affect diagnosis.

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community 2 Years on Fin + Topical Min. Very happy with crown, continuing to lose ground with hairline so I am tapering over to Dut.

in Progress Pictures 18 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is happy with their crown after 2 years on finasteride and topical minoxidil but is still losing hair at the hairline. They plan to switch to dutasteride.

community Does tapering off minoxidil reduce permanent loss?

in Basic Questions 42 upvotes 2 months ago

Tapering off minoxidil from 5% to 2% and gradually reducing frequency may help minimize hair loss, but some loss might be unavoidable. The discussion focuses on managing hair loss when discontinuing minoxidil.

community Hair was retained after stopping finasteride, a decade later. Anyone else?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 6 months ago

After stopping finasteride, the user retained hair without noticeable balding, suggesting an unusual reaction to the medication. The user initially experienced rapid hair loss and itchiness, possibly due to male pattern baldness, but maintained hair stability after tapering off finasteride.

community Help convince me to switch to oral min

in Minoxidil 145 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is considering switching from topical to oral minoxidil for convenience and better hair regrowth, despite concerns about side effects. They are also tapering off finasteride while starting dutasteride.

community I love hair loss drugs. Min got me my hair back (again). And some advice from my end

in Update 155 upvotes 3 years ago

Using hair loss treatments such as Minoxidil and Finasteride to combat male pattern baldness, with the poster expressing hope in regaining confidence and security. Replies offer advice, anecdotes, and support for the user's efforts.

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