Lichen planopilaris or alopecia areata induced by microneedling? Can microneedling cause autoimmune disease lpp or AA? (Photo)

It’s understandable to feel discouraged when you notice shedding after switching to oral minoxidil, especially since you’ve been diligent with your treatment. What you’re describing is actually something I hear often. When starting or switching forms of minoxidil, some patients experience what ...

Thank you for sharing your history and photos. Based on your description—mild itchiness, partial improvement with ketoconazole (keto) shampoo, no significant hair loss, and a negative pull test—your symptoms are most consistent with seborrheic dermatitis rather than lichen planopilaris (LPP). S...

Hi there, Thank you for sharing your story and photos — I can understand how stressful this must feel, especially when you’ve already seen several dermatologists without clear answers. Sudden, diffuse hair loss accompanied by redness, pain, and small bumps can be frustrating and concerning. H...

Combing your hair while it's wet can indeed have some implications for hair health, but using a wide-tooth comb is a good practice to minimize damage. Here are a few points to consider: Hair Structure When Wet: Hair is more fragile when wet because the cuticle (the outer layer) is slightly...

I completely understand how upsetting this must feel — especially when something unplanned happened to an area as visible as your hairline. You’re definitely not alone in this experience, and your concern is very valid. Laser hair removal works by targeting the pigment (melanin) in hair fol...

Hello and thank you for your question. If a female hormonal range is normal Spironolactone could lower hormonal levels more and cause hair loss. Once Spironolactone is discontinued levels should return to normal. I do suggest you discuss this with your doctor to determine your path forward....