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GlossarySkin Examination (Dermatological Examination)

thorough inspection of skin to identify abnormalities

A Skin Examination, also known as a Dermatological Examination, is a thorough inspection of the skin conducted by a healthcare professional to identify any abnormalities, such as moles, rashes, lesions, or signs of skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis. This assessment is crucial for early detection of skin cancers, infections, and other dermatological issues, and typically involves both visual inspection and palpation of the skin.

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community First time visiting a dermatologist for hairloss, I'm skeptical

in Chat 12 upvotes 2 years ago

A user visited a dermatologist for hair loss and was prescribed Minoxidil without a physical examination, leading to skepticism about the thoroughness of the appointment. The user is considering seeking a second opinion due to the lack of tests or physical checks.

community dermatologist diganostic - only 5 minutes - Finasteride 1mg/day since 1 month

in Finasteride 4 upvotes 5 years ago

A user started taking finasteride 1mg/day for hair loss but hasn't seen results yet. They also take vitamins and asked about adding minoxidil and the effectiveness of LLLT.

community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”

in Chat 46 upvotes 2 years ago

How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.

community The celebrated doctors that we adore so much and whose advice we hear without doubts, are only humans after all

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 9 months ago

The user visited three dermatologists for hair loss treatment and was disappointed with their lack of thorough examination and discussion. Treatments prescribed included minoxidil, finasteride, multivitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D3, and biotin, but the user was dissatisfied with the approach and lack of consideration for newer treatments.

community Minoxidil For 2 Years, What is this?

in Treatment 111 upvotes 4 months ago

The user has experienced significant hair thinning despite using 2.5 mg minoxidil for 2 years. Other users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride and consulting a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.

community How are Procapil, Capixl and Redensyl for combatting hair loss?

in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

User asks about Procapil, Capixl, and Redensyl for hair loss treatment. Reply states they are ineffective for androgenic alopecia.

community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

in Research 692 upvotes 4 months ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Hairline change after 1y3m on fin+min+microneedling

in Progress Pictures 140 upvotes 1 year ago

The user "Expliced" shared their progress pictures after using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for 1 year and 3 months. Another user mentioned that using a high-definition camera with flash and sharpening the photo can show new hairs appearing sooner.

community To anyone that is still not seeing results on the big 3…

in Treatment 106 upvotes 2 years ago

User redh0t12 suggests using a derma pen for hair regrowth, as it helped them after using finasteride and minoxidil. Others discuss their experiences with various treatments, including derma rolling, oral and topical minoxidil, and finasteride, with mixed results.

community Finasteride doesn't work for me in 2 years and my bloodtest result just came in.

in Progress Pictures 88 upvotes 1 year ago

A user has been treating hair loss with finasteride for two years without success and is experiencing an itchy scalp with seborrhea. Despite low DHT levels, they are still losing hair, suggesting that DHT might not be the main cause of their hair loss, and they are considering other treatments or causes.

community I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss

in Chat 98 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.

community 3 years on Dutasteride and still thinning - what would the next logical step be?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 24 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The user is experiencing hair thinning despite using Dutasteride and Finasteride and is considering adding Minoxidil. Suggestions include increasing the Dutasteride dose, checking for health issues, and considering a hair transplant.

community DUPA - 20 YO - Non responder to everything

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 3 months ago

A 20-year-old user experienced worsening hair loss despite using various treatments including topical and oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Other users suggested additional treatments like JAK inhibitors, RU58841, and lifestyle changes, but the user remains skeptical and frustrated.

community 1.5 Year - Bad Results (HT, FIN, MINO, PRP, etc)

in Progress Pictures 64 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their disappointing results after 1.5 years of hair treatments, including a hair transplant, finasteride, minoxidil, PRP, vegan shampoo, and more. They are considering switching to dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and improving their microneedling routine.

community 6.5 Months Finasteride, Derma Roller, & Biotin Supplements. 32 Male, no side effects. Shedding at month 2 and month 6. Shedding has now stopped.

in Progress Pictures 1603 upvotes 9 months ago

A man shared his 6.5-month progress using finasteride, a derma roller, and biotin supplements for hair loss, with no side effects and overcoming two shedding phases. Commenters are impressed, noting hairline improvement and discussing the potential of these treatments in regrowing hair, especially at the temples.

community 8 months apart on the mother of all stacks

in Progress Pictures 149 upvotes 1 year ago

User Tricky9555 tried various hair loss treatments for 8 months with no visible results. Others suggested considering a hair transplant, checking thyroid levels, and being patient for up to 24 months for potential results.

community What do these pictures say about my hair and scalp if anything? Miniaturization, inflammation, etc.?

in Research/Science 74 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss and scalp issues, with people discussing possible treatments such as Nizoral shampoo, Minoxidil, neem oil, and finasteride.

community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 73 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.

community Going to a cosmetic derm soon. What should I ask for?

in Female 3 upvotes 1 year ago

Female, 28, losing hair since 17, using 200mg Spiro. Tried Minoxidil and ketoconazole with limited success, considering oral minox and seeking alternative treatments from cosmetic dermatologist.

community 21F AGA - 4 month hair growth progress (Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, theradome LLLT, viviscal vitamins, PRP twice)

in Progress Pictures 256 upvotes 2 years ago

A 21-year-old female shared her 4-month hair growth progress using Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, Theradome LLLT, Viviscal vitamins, and PRP treatments twice. Commenters praised her progress and discussed other treatments like microneedling, but she noted her dermatologist advised against it due to potential scalp damage.

community What has your 0.5mg/daily dutasteride timeline been?

in Research/Science 34 upvotes 1 week ago

Many users report switching from finasteride to dutasteride with mixed results, often experiencing increased shedding and minimal regrowth. Some users find dutasteride more effective in slowing hair loss, while others see no improvement or even regression.

community 3 months on Fin/Min + Vitamins

in Progress Pictures 502 upvotes 9 months ago

A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after 3 months using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins such as biotin, B5, B6, and C. They took 1.1 mg of oral finasteride, experienced a shedding period initially, and emphasized the importance of consistency.

community How uninformed the general public is about hair loss

in Chat 318 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hair loss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.

community Research Backed Dutasteride Simulator (Serum/scalp DHT included for all doses)

in Research 487 upvotes 4 weeks ago

A Dutasteride Simulator predicts serum dutasteride, serum DHT, and scalp DHT levels using models from research papers. It simulates various dosing schedules to determine steady-state effects and visualizes outcomes, including hair growth-related scalp DHT suppression.

community Research Backed Dutasteride Simulator (Serum/Scalp DHT included for all doses)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 95 upvotes 4 weeks ago

A dutasteride simulator predicts that daily 0.5 mg dosing results in higher DHT suppression compared to less frequent dosing. Twice-weekly dutasteride may be as effective as finasteride 5 mg, providing a balance between efficacy and ease of use.

community Bryan Johnson shares information on his hair loss stack

in Research/Science 267 upvotes 1 month ago

Bryan Johnson uses topical dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for hair loss. Users discuss treatment effectiveness and side effects, debating topical versus oral dutasteride efficacy.

community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.

in Update 21 upvotes 3 months ago

OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.

community (30M) 3 years Fin and 10 months min

in Progress Pictures 307 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared their progress using 1.25g finasteride daily for 3 years and 5g oral minoxidil for 10 months, reporting positive results. They seek advice on further improving their hairline, with no significant side effects mentioned.

community Why is it "not right" to start off with Dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 60 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses whether it's better to start hair loss treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Opinions vary, but many suggest starting with finasteride due to its shorter half-life and easier management of side effects, while others argue dutasteride is more effective and has fewer side effects.

community My journey from Norwood 3.5/4 to Norwood 0

in Transplants 249 upvotes 9 months ago

A user's hair regrowth journey involved a hair transplant and using RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil, with side effects managed by other medications.