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diagnostic method to identify skin allergies to specific substances

Patch testing is a diagnostic procedure used to identify substances that cause allergic contact dermatitis. Small amounts of potential allergens are applied to patches, which are then placed on the skin, usually on the back, for 48 hours. The skin is examined for reactions at 48 hours and again at 72-96 hours to determine if an allergy is present.

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community Is anybody here combining oral dutasteride with topical dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 9 upvotes 4 months ago

A user is considering combining oral and topical dutasteride to lower scalp DHT more effectively and is seeking advice on this approach. They are thinking about doing a patch test on their mid scalp.

community Leaving minoxidil for only 1 hour on scalp - how to maximize effectiveness?

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is trying to maximize minoxidil's effectiveness by applying it for only one hour to avoid spreading it to furniture and pets, especially cats. They experience side effects when combining minoxidil with dermarolling and are considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or microneedling.

community Shampoo except ketoconazole that works

in Product 8 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation is about seeking shampoos that help with hair loss or hair thickening without ketoconazole, suggesting alternatives like minoxidil, finasteride, or stemoxydine. One reply suggests that most hair loss shampoos don't work as claimed.

community Scalp itching and tickeling- what's does it mean?

in Minoxidil 27 upvotes 1 year ago

User experienced scalp itching and hair loss, but found relief with oral minoxidil. Others suggest "DHT itch" as a possible cause and recommend finasteride and ketoconazole to address it.

community Can someone explain why it's "dumb" to just drink topical liquid minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 27 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the risks and methods of ingesting liquid minoxidil for hair loss. Concerns include dosing accuracy, safety of ingredients, and potential side effects compared to using oral minoxidil tablets.

community Tattooing Hair Loss Drugs into your Scalp

in Treatment 104 upvotes 1 month ago

Tattooing hair loss drugs like minoxidil and dutasteride into the scalp is discussed as an alternative to daily pills, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness and convenience. Some users report positive results, but concerns about cost, potential side effects, and the procedure's discomfort are noted.

community Why isn't fluridil more widely used and known about?

in Treatment 9 upvotes 3 years ago

Fluridil, an antiandrogen that is not widely used or known about due to its expense and lack of availability in the US. It is suggested as a potential alternative for people who don't want to lower their DHT through treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and Dermarolling.

community My Testosterone is less than 1/3rd In 7 Months since I took Finasteride!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 113 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced a significant drop in testosterone levels after taking finasteride, leading to side effects like low libido and muscle mass loss. Despite its effectiveness for hair, the user decided to stop finasteride due to its impact on hormones, preferring to be bald.

community Take A Vitamin D Blood Test!!!

in Treatment 48 upvotes 2 years ago

Low Vitamin D can cause hair shedding, and taking 5000 IU of Vitamin D daily reduced shedding significantly. Vitamin D deficiency is common and correcting it can benefit overall health.

community Zix + Topical Fin : Blood Test Before/After, AMA and suggestions

in Treatment 47 upvotes 4 years ago

A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.

community Minoxidil results in 3 months after stopping fin

in Is this regrowth? 469 upvotes 5 days ago

The user stopped finasteride due to testicular aches and switched to minoxidil, seeing positive results in three months. They are considering topical finasteride but are cautious because of past side effects from oral use.

community Reversing/reducing miniaturized hairs at the hairline?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is experiencing hair loss at the hairline and is using finasteride, but considering minoxidil due to lack of improvement. Replies suggest that minoxidil may be more effective for hairline maintenance, especially when used in combination with finasteride.

community 9 months on Finasteride 1,25mg + HRT

in Transgender 17 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation is about the results of using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and finasteride for hair loss, and switching from finasteride to bicalutamide as an anti-androgen treatment. The user shared before and after photos to discuss the effectiveness of these treatments.

community Progress pics Nov 23 to Nov 24

in Progress Pictures 9 upvotes 1 month ago

The user switched from finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral dutasteride and minoxidil, with plans to add RU58841, to improve hair growth and address a stubborn bald spot. Despite initial shedding, the user noticed thicker, darker hair and plans to continue the treatment or consider a hair transplant.

community Just started pyrilutamide today, going to update this post every month.

in Treatment 48 upvotes 2 years ago

A user beginning a treatment of pyrilutamide for hair loss, which they plan on updating progress on every month.

community Shouldn’t it be impossible for dutasteride to make hair loss worse?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 39 upvotes 4 months ago

Dutasteride is unlikely to worsen hair loss; shedding is often temporary. Other factors like inconsistent use, placebo effect, or additional treatments may influence perceived results.

community Is DUT better or worse than FIN?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 62 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Dutasteride (DUT) and Finasteride (FIN) for hair loss. Users share varied experiences, with some finding DUT more effective and others experiencing side effects or no change, highlighting that individual responses can vary.

community Reflex Hyperandrogenicty: How I recovered from it

in Treatment 1 year ago

The user experienced severe hair shedding from RU58841 and recovered by stopping its use and starting treatments including Minoxidil, Rosemary Verbenone, Stemoxydine, Aminexil, copper peptide serum, and specific shampoos. They also consistently used oral Finasteride and plan to try Minoxidil 10%.

community Why is dht bad for scalp hair but good for hair on the rest of body?

in Satire 109 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses why DHT (dihydrotestosterone) negatively affects scalp hair but promotes growth elsewhere on the body. Various opinions include genetic predispositions, differences in hair follicle reactions to DHT, and the potential role of Omega-3 in reducing inflammation and promoting hair health.

community New drug for hair loss announced by Amplifica

in Research/Science 161 upvotes 1 year ago

Amplifica starting clinical trials for new hair loss drug. SCUBE3 protein discovered, stimulates hair growth, could be alternative to Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community Pyrilutamide update, comparing with ru58841

in Research/Science 27 upvotes 2 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The post discusses the potential benefits of Pyrilutamide compared to RU58841 in terms of strength and longevity.

community If follicles became miniaturized and haven’t grown in 3 years, are they dead ?

in Chat 2 years ago

Hair loss and its potential treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, and supplements. It discusses whether miniaturized follicles can be revived to grow again or must shed for new growth to appear.

community so pissed off at the world. hairloss is a nightmare in your early 20's (WARNING, RANT)

in Treatment 153 upvotes 3 years ago

User frustrated with lack of results from finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. Others suggest checking for other health issues, focusing on fitness, and considering alternative treatments.

community Just swallowed my first 1mg pill of finasteride! Let the journey begin...

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 29 upvotes 4 years ago

A user started taking 1mg finasteride for hair loss and plans to follow a thrice-weekly dosing schedule recommended by two doctors. They previously used saw palmetto without issues and are hopeful finasteride won't cause sexual side effects.

community Why are wigs normalized for women and not men? Shouldn't it be the other way around?

in Chat 268 upvotes 3 months ago

Men wearing wigs should be normalized as it is for women. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned, but societal norms need to change to accept wigs for men.

community Holy shit. Verteporfin may actually be the cure

in Research/Science 1016 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation discuss Verteporfin's potential as a hair loss treatment. It's shown promise in regrowing hair after transplants and might be effective with microneedling.

community Lost 65% of hair last 3 years. No regrowth. Also have Seborrheic Dermatitis flare ups. Diagnosed by derm as "alopecia". Started taking 2 supplements I researched and 0 flare up for over 2 months. New hair growing. Scalp healthy. Everything else has stayed the same! Overjoyed is an understatement!!

in Treatment 18 upvotes 1 year ago

After suffering from hair loss and Seborrheic Dermatitis for three years with no improvement from various treatments, the individual found success with COQ10 and PQQ supplements, which led to new hair growth and a healthy scalp without flare-ups. They also plan to start additional supplements recommended by a dermatologist.

community scarring alopecia awareness in this community

in Chat 33 upvotes 2 years ago

Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Success sttory – 22 to 27

in Progress Pictures 4 years ago

A user's success story of improving their hair loss with treatments that include finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and dermastamping; other products that have been tried with varying results; and potential side effects.

community 1ish year on fin and no improvement

in Is this regrowth? 86 upvotes 2 months ago

The user has been using finasteride for over a year without improvement and recently started oral minoxidil. Suggestions include trying dutasteride and continuing minoxidil for potential regrowth.