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Inflammation

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Scarring AlopeciaDiagnosisInflammation
Lichen Planopilaris: The Scarring Alopecia Most Dermatologists Miss
Lichen planopilaris is a primary scarring alopecia that destroys follicles permanently. Early diagnosis is the only opportunity to preserve hair, but symptoms are often misattributed.
Apr 1, 2026·5 months ago·Dr. Maya Chen, MD, PhD
ResearchInflammationTreatment
Cetirizine for Hair Loss: An Antihistamine With Surprising Pilot Data
Topical cetirizine has produced unexpectedly positive hair count results in small trials. The mechanism, PGD2-pathway interference and inflammatory modulation, is plausible but the data is preliminary.
Dec 26, 2025·8 months ago·Dr. Maya Chen, MD, PhD
TreatmentInflammationAlopecia Areata
Topical Steroids for Hair Loss: When They Help and When They Hurt
Topical corticosteroids treat the inflammatory components of several forms of hair loss. Used inappropriately or chronically, they can cause harm, including paradoxical hair loss.
Aug 23, 2025·12 months ago·Dr. Maya Chen, MD, PhD
DiagnosisInflammationResearch
Trichodynia: The Scalp Pain Some Hair Loss Patients Experience
Some patients with hair loss describe scalp pain, burning, or sensitivity. The condition has a name, trichodynia, and addressing it can improve treatment adherence.
Aug 6, 2025·about 1 year ago·Dr. Maya Chen, MD, PhD

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