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
Estrogen
Clinical Applications
Estrogen is a hormone that plays a critical role in regulating hair growth in women, particularly by prolonging the anagen (growth) phase of the hair cycle.
Autoimmune Response
Clinical Applications
An autoimmune response is a malfunction of the immune system in which the body mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues, including hair follicles.
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.
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
Clinical Applications
PRP is a regenerative therapy that uses concentrated platelets to stimulate hair growth.
