What is lichen planopilaris?
Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is a rare inflammatory condition that results in scarring alopecia. It causes patchy hair loss, itching, and inflammation of the scalp.
The condition involves an autoimmune response that targets the follicular epithelium, leading to irreversible damage if untreated.
Red light therapy is not a cure for LPP but may be considered as a supportive therapy to reduce inflammation in early or non-scarring stages, alongside immunosuppressive treatments.
Related terms
Insulin Resistance
Clinical Applications
Insulin resistance occurs when the body’s cells become less responsive to insulin.
Scarring Alopecia
Clinical Applications
Scarring alopecia involves permanent hair loss caused by follicular scarring.
Scalp blood flow
Clinical Applications
Scalp blood flow refers to the circulation of blood through the vessels supplying nutrients and oxygen to the scalp and hair follicles.
Corticosteroids
Clinical Applications
Corticosteroids are a class of anti-inflammatory medications used to suppress immune activity in conditions such as alopecia areata and other autoimmune-related hair loss.
