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This article reviews common dermatologic procedures, focusing on skin biopsy techniques, with no new clinical results reported.
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Comment on “A Cross-sectional Observational Study to Correlate the Trichoscopic Findings of Female Pattern Hair Loss with the Disease Severity and Underlying Histopathological Changes”
The examined study explored how trichoscopic evaluations of female pattern hair loss might relate to disease severity and histological changes, but the authors highlighted methodological issues such as unclear sample size determination and insufficient control of confounding variables, which limit the results' generalizability and reproducibility.
research Secondary alopecia induced by aesthetic procedures: An unrecognized potential complication
This study reviews the poorly understood occurrence of secondary alopecia, including scarring and non-scarring types, as a rare side effect of cosmetic procedures, emphasizing the need for awareness and early biopsy when patients experience changes in hair density or loss.
research DecisionDx‐Melanoma and Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
This overview describes the Dermatologic Surgery journal's comprehensive focus on cosmetic and reconstructive skin procedures, but it reports no new research findings.
research Skin biopsy
This article reviews common pitfalls in biopsy site selection and technique that can lead to misdiagnosis of various skin conditions, highlighting the importance of proper biopsy practices for improving diagnostic accuracy.
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5 / 298 resultscommunity Any good Trichologist/Dermatologist in Belgium?
The user is seeking a knowledgeable trichologist or dermatologist in Belgium for a thorough scalp examination due to diffuse thinning and a previous diagnosis of male pattern baldness. They are interested in procedures like a trichogram and scalp biopsy.
community Dutasteride Isn't Working? Get a Scalp Biopsy NOW
Dutasteride may not be effective for everyone due to underlying issues, suggesting scalp biopsies for further diagnosis. Users discuss using higher doses of dutasteride, topical treatments, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide for hair loss management.
community DUPA - Impossible to cure, so giving up
The user diagnosed with DUPA tried treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil without success and is considering a hair system. They hope for a future cure, possibly with PP405, and others suggest options like scalp biopsy and SMP.
community My experimental hair loss journey under medical supervision: finasteride/dutasteride, oral/topical minoxidil+tretinoin (3-month progress and hair transplant insights for those considering it)
A 23-year-old discusses their hair loss treatment using finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and topical tretinoin under medical supervision. They stress stabilizing hair loss before a hair transplant and plan to continue the regimen for at least 18 months.
community 7 years on Fin… I’m tired of this
The user has been on finasteride for 7 years and had a hair transplant, but is experiencing hair thinning and itchiness, particularly on one side, leading to concerns about male pattern baldness or other health issues. Despite having a full head of hair, the user is considering shaving it due to mental health struggles and is advised to consult a therapist and consider other treatments like minoxidil or dutasteride.
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