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      Psoriasis of the Scalp: Diagnosis and Management

      research Psoriasis of the Scalp: Diagnosis and Management

      128 citations, January 2001 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
      Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.
      Topical Treatments for Scalp Psoriasis

      research Topical Treatments for Scalp Psoriasis

      12 citations, January 2008 in “Drugs”
      Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
      Common Topical Medications

      research Common Topical Medications

      October 2018 in “Springer eBooks”
      The document concludes that various topical medications are effective for skin conditions but often cause skin irritation as a side effect.
      Clinical Diagnosis of Common Scalp Disorders

      research Clinical Diagnosis of Common Scalp Disorders

      61 citations, October 2005 in “˜The œjournal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/˜The œJournal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings”
      The document concludes that accurate diagnosis is crucial for effectively treating common scalp disorders, which often have similar symptoms.
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      community 26/F - Lots of stuff going on - Pics inside.

       7 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 26 year old female with PCOS who has been dealing with hair loss for several years, despite managing her hormones and taking vitamins. She has tried various treatments such as Nizoral, Minoxidil, Pyrithione zinc, coal tar and salicylic acid to no avail. The user is looking for advice on what else they can do to stop their hair loss.

      community Seb derm is eating my hair?!?!

      in Chat  41 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.

      community [SAD UPDATE] 11 Months Topical Finasteride on TrichoSol - Hair got worse - Need Opinions

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user expressed disappointment that their hair loss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.

      community 2 months results minoxidil + finasteride

      in Treatment  331 upvotes 4 months ago
      User used topical minoxidil 5% with 0.1% finasteride twice daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, and finasteride 1mg daily, along with a hair multivitamin and weekly derma rolling. They missed the medication 3-4 times but still saw significant progress.

      community Scalp is constantly uncomfortable and irritated with lots of hair loss

      in Chat  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      The individual has experienced a sore, stiff, and itchy scalp with hair loss for 4.5 years, and has noticed increased thinning and miniaturized hairs, especially at the temples. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo without success and are considering finasteride for treatment.
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