What is cicatricial alopecia?
Cicatricial alopecia refers to a group of rare hair loss disorders that cause permanent destruction of hair follicles through inflammation and subsequent scarring.
This type of alopecia is less common but more severe, often requiring early diagnosis and medical management to preserve remaining hair and minimize damage.
Although red light therapy may not reverse scarring, it can help reduce inflammation and slow the progression of cicatricial alopecia when used in conjunction with clinical treatments.
Related terms
Collagen production
Clinical Applications
Collagen production refers to the synthesis of collagen, a vital structural protein found in connective tissues throughout the body.
Intradermal Injections
Clinical Applications
Intradermal injections are a delivery method where substances are injected into the dermal layer.
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA)
Clinical Applications
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common hereditary form of hair loss characterized by gradual thinning of scalp hair.
Crown Thinning
Clinical Applications
Crown thinning refers to hair loss that occurs at the top rear portion of the scalp, often an early indicator of male pattern baldness.
