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      Results in a 'Flash': Recognizing Misleading Clinical Photography

      research Results in a ‘Flash’: Recognizing Misleading Clinical Photography

      May 2026 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”
      This study highlights the prevalence of photographic bias in before-and-after images in dermatology, emphasizing how factors like lighting and camera angles can mislead patients and influence expectations, often leading to dissatisfaction and unrealistic aesthetic standards.

      research Physician-Drug Company Complex

      April 1989 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      This article critiques the marketing strategies of Rogaine and Accutane and reports no new clinical findings, questioning the photographic evidence used in advertising.

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      community Take every crazy results picture with a thick grain of salt

      in Chat  60 upvotes 2 years ago
      Lighting and camera angles can greatly affect the appearance of hair thickness in photos. Consistent conditions are crucial for tracking progress, and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can show results in about 6-8 months.

      community And they ask you "why you care so much about hair?"

       1040 upvotes 3 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a video where a person uses camera tricks and a hat to hide their receding hairline, and the conclusion is that even a small amount of hair can make a big difference in appearance.

      community 5+ years on meds, still losing

      in Progress Pictures 11 months ago
      The user has been on finasteride and minoxidil since 2020 and increased dutasteride and minoxidil doses in June 2024, but still experiences hair loss. Despite trying pyrilutamide without success, opinions vary on whether the hair loss is significant, with some suggesting it might be due to lighting, angles, or a regular shedding cycle.