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    Glossary Chronic Inflammatory Skin Condition

    long-lasting skin disorder with persistent redness and swelling

    A chronic inflammatory skin condition is a long-lasting disorder where the skin becomes red, swollen, and irritated due to an ongoing inflammatory response. Examples include psoriasis, eczema, and rosacea, where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, leading to symptoms like itching, scaling, and discomfort.

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      community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

       48 upvotes 2 years ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

       413 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia

       16 upvotes 9 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.

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