Derms are so useless, how did they even get to be in these positions with all these academic years when random internet dwellers know more than them? Chat 6/15/2022
The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hair loss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hair loss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.
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community I bought a microscope, how does my scalp/hairs look? I've been suffering diffuse thinning and hair loss after covid and never recovered (2 yrs ago) I eat healthy, in shape and workout.
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community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA
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