Telogen Effluvium

Symptoms Telogen effluvium is a non-scarring, diffuse hair loss that occurs suddenly. More hairs than usual fall out all over the scalp hair. They are easily pulled out and left behind when brushing, showering or on the pillow. “Telogen” refers to the resting phase of the hair cycle, “effluvium” means increased hair loss see also … Telogen Effluvium

Dutasteride

Products Dutasteride is commercially available in capsule form (Avodart). It is also available in combination with the alpha blocker tamsulosin (Duodart); see dutasteride tamsulosin. The active ingredient has been approved in many countries since 2003. Generics were registered in 2017. Generic versions of Duodart were approved in 2018. Structure and properties Dutasteride (C27H30F6N2O2, Mr = … Dutasteride

Hirsutism: Excessive Hair Growth

Definition Increased body and facial hair in women corresponding to the male hair type due to androgen-induced conversion of vellus hair to terminal hair. Symptoms Excessive and altered hair growth (thick and pigmented) on the face, chest, abdomen, legs, buttocks, and back Acne Deeper voice Increased muscle mass Decrease in breast size Androgenetic alopecia Views … Hirsutism: Excessive Hair Growth

Alopecia Areata

Symptoms Alopecia areata manifests as single or multiple, clearly defined, smooth, oval to round hairless areas. The skin is healthy and not inflamed. Hair loss most commonly occurs on the hair of the head, but all other body hair, such as the eyelashes, eyebrows, underarm hair, beard, and pubic hair, may be affected, and changes … Alopecia Areata