May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
This study found an increase in allergic contact dermatitis cases linked to natural products like propolis and marigold, predominantly affecting women in a Bulgarian population.
13 citations
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January 1988 in “Contact Dermatitis”
This article has no abstract and reports no new findings, focusing instead on allergic contact dermatitis reactions to topical Minoxidil documented in previous studies.
48 citations
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April 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
This article reviews gender differences in skin disorders, highlighting variations in disease prevalence and type between sexes, but reports no new findings, emphasizing potential implications for prevention and treatment strategies.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology”
This case report highlights a rare instance of permanent hair loss caused by an allergic reaction to a mesotherapy mixture containing triamcinolone acetonide, suggesting that hypersensitivity reactions to such mixtures are possible.
Are the pigments used in scalp micropigmentation safe?Providers describe SMP pigments as safe, medical-grade and made for the scalp, but those are supplier and clinic descriptions rather than regulatory approvals: no colour additive is approved for injection into the skin, and allergic reactions to tattoo pigment are documented.
User experienced severe allergic reactions and liver issues after a hair transplant, likely due to antibiotics and medications. Despite trying Minoxidil, the user faced further complications and is now seeking medical advice for potential future transplants.
The conversation is about managing scalp irritation caused by minoxidil use. Suggestions include switching to foam, using fluocinonide topical solution, trying lipogaine for sensitive skin, and considering low-dose oral minoxidil.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using topical finasteride (0.1%) and minoxidil (7%), along with Ketoconazole shampoo, and recently switched to dutasteride and plans to add oral minoxidil. They managed side effects like oily skin and itchiness with a corticosteroid and chose topical treatments initially to limit systemic exposure.
The user successfully managed hair regrowth by using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and specific shampoos to treat seborrheic dermatitis. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy scalp and are considering food intolerance tests to further address inflammation.
Dutasteride at 2.5 mg/day reduces scalp DHT by 80%, while 0.5 mg/day reduces it by 50%, with minimal difference in side effects. Users often combine it with finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil for better hair loss management, though side effects like dry skin and pimples are noted.