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
Caffeine Topicals
Clinical Applications
Caffeine topicals are hair care products infused with caffeine, believed to stimulate hair follicles and counteract the effects of DHT, a hormone linked to hair loss.
Microneedling
Clinical Applications
Microneedling is a technique that creates micro-injuries in the skin to stimulate healing.
Hair Density
Clinical Applications
Hair density refers to the number of individual hair strands per square centimeter of scalp.
Trichology
Clinical Applications
Trichology is the branch of dermatology that focuses on the scientific study of hair and scalp health.
