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GlossaryAntibiotic Creams (Antibiotic Ointments)

topical medications that prevent or treat bacterial skin infections

Antibiotic creams, also known as antibiotic ointments, are topical medications used to prevent or treat bacterial infections on the skin. They contain active ingredients like neomycin, bacitracin, or polymyxin B, which work by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria, thereby promoting healing and preventing the spread of infection.

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research Research Highlights: Dermatology and Hair Loss Studies

July 2011 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association”

Antibiotic ointment and petrolatum ointment heal wounds similarly; iron deficiency isn't linked to certain hair loss in women; griseofulvin and terbinafine are equally effective for fungal scalp infections but work better on different types.

research Common Dermatologic Procedures

9 citations , September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America”

The document explains how to do skin procedures, care after surgery, and when to use certain treatments.

research Synergistic Effect of Bismuth Subgallate and Borneol on Skin Wound Healing

49 citations , April 2003 in “Biomaterials”

Bismuth subgallate and borneol together improve skin wound healing better than when used separately or compared to other treatments.

research Complications in Hair-Restoration Surgery

24 citations , August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

Hair restoration surgery can have complications; success depends on patient education, careful planning, and proper execution.

research Clinical Management of Acral Lick Dermatitis in Dogs: Fluoxetine vs Clomipramine

December 2022 in “Indian Journal of Animal Research”

Both fluoxetine and clomipramine effectively treat dog lick dermatitis, but fluoxetine works faster with lower recurrence, while clomipramine has fewer side effects.

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community The end of balding: We may have just found the secret to hair regrowth

in Technology 680 upvotes 11 months ago

MCL-1 is important for hair follicle stem cell survival, but its impact on human hair regrowth is unclear. Minoxidil and finasteride are the main treatments, with doubts about new discoveries leading to effective human solutions soon.

community Which retinoid for better min absorption?

in Product 4 upvotes 1 year ago

User is on vacation in Greece and wants to buy tretinoin or isotretinoin to improve Minoxidil absorption. They are considering isotretinoin since it is available over-the-counter in Greece but requires a prescription back home.

community The Truth About DUPA and Retrograde: My Research Summary

in Research/Science 19 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the importance of scalp biopsies for diagnosing hair loss conditions like DUPA and Retrograde, which may not be just AGA. It emphasizes that treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not work if the condition is autoimmune.

community 4 months – Minoxidil and 1mm Dermastamp ONLY

in Progress Pictures 422 upvotes 2 years ago

User experienced hair growth after 4 months using Minoxidil and dermastamp. Others suggest adding Finasteride or Dutasteride for long-term results and trying microneedling with Minoxidil.

community I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP

in Research/Science 552 upvotes 2 years ago

The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hair loss.

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