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    GlossaryCorticosteroids (Corticosteroid medications)

    hormones reducing inflammation and immune response, often prescribed for autoimmune diseases

    Corticosteroids are a class of steroid hormones that are produced in the adrenal cortex and are used in medicine to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. They are commonly prescribed for conditions like asthma, arthritis, and autoimmune diseases, and can be administered in various forms, including oral pills, topical creams, and injections.

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      Aseptic Necrosis of Warts Instead of Lymphangitis

      research Aseptic Necrosis of Warts Instead of Lymphangitis

      July 1976 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      Sun exposure and corticosteroid use are linked to a skin condition, aseptic necrosis can happen with different wart treatments, and hair loss might be caused by hormone injections and dieting.
      Common Causes of Hair Loss

      research Common Causes of Hair Loss

      August 2022 in “JAMA”
      Hair loss can be caused by hormones, illness, autoimmune disorders, or vitamin deficiencies, and treatments vary depending on the type.
      A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne in Adult Female Patients

      research A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne in Adult Female Patients

      116 citations, December 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology”
      Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.
      Juxta-Clavicular Beaded Lines - Reply

      research Juxta-Clavicular Beaded Lines - Reply

      July 1976 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      The document suggests more research is needed to understand skin conditions related to toothpaste and other treatments.

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      community DHT levels after 4 weeks of Fina and 8 weeks of Fina + 4 weeks of Duta

      in Update  35 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.

      community 17M biotin and minoxidil hair regrowth progress

      in Progress Pictures  83 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's hair regrowth journey using biotin and minoxidil after initial treatments with Nizoral shampoo and Ketoconazole serum didn't work. The comments suggest the hair loss might not be male pattern baldness (MPB), but possibly Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune disorder, and recommend getting a second opinion and considering other treatments like corticosteroids.

      community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!

      in Treatment  97 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.

      community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  78 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.