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GlossaryCutaneous Side Effects (Cutaneous Adverse Events)

...skin reactions caused by medications or treatments

Cutaneous side effects refer to adverse reactions that affect the skin as a result of medication, treatment, or other external factors. These can include rashes, itching, redness, and more severe conditions like blistering or peeling. For professionals, understanding these side effects is crucial for diagnosing and managing patient care, especially in treatments involving chemotherapy or immunotherapy, which are known to cause significant skin reactions.

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Clinical Management of Cutaneous Adverse Events in Patients on Targeted Anticancer Therapies and Immunotherapies: A National Consensus Statement by the Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology and the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology

research Clinical Management of Cutaneous Adverse Events in Patients on Targeted Anticancer Therapies and Immunotherapies: A National Consensus Statement by the Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology and the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology

26 citations, October 2018 in “Clinical & Translational Oncology”

Spanish experts provided guidelines for treating skin side effects in cancer patients on new therapies, stressing early action and teamwork.

research The Spectrum of Cutaneous Adverse Events During Encorafenib and Binimetinib Treatment in B-Rapidly Accelerated Fibrosarcoma-Mutated Advanced Melanoma

21 citations, November 2018 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

The combination of encorafenib and binimetinib caused few skin issues.

research Cutaneous Adverse Events to Systemic Antineoplastic Therapies: A Retrospective Study in a Public Oncologic Hospital

7 citations, November 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

Skin side effects from cancer treatments can lead to changes in therapy and are common, with nail changes being the most frequent.

research A Prospective Study of Cutaneous Adverse Events Induced by Low-Dose Alpha-Interferon Treatment for Malignant Melanoma

56 citations, January 2004 in “Dermatology”

Most patients treated with low-dose alpha-interferon for malignant melanoma experienced skin side effects, with hair loss being the most frequent.

research Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitors: A Review of Cutaneous Adverse Events and Management

68 citations, January 2014 in “Dermatology research and practice”

Skin side effects from cancer drugs targeting EGFR can affect treatment adherence but can be managed with antibiotics like tetracycline.

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community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 169 upvotes 5 months ago

Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.

community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

in Treatment 42 upvotes 5 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

community Being Safe on Oral Minoxidil: tl;dr on the literature.

in Research/Science 51 upvotes 2 months ago

Oral minoxidil is effective for hair loss but can cause cardiovascular side effects, such as pericardial effusion, especially in those with genetic predispositions. Starting with low doses and monitoring cardiovascular health are advised to reduce risks.

community How do you use rosemary oil and peppermint oil?

in Question 7 upvotes 5 years ago

Rosemary oil and peppermint oil may promote hair growth and increase cutaneous blood flow, showing promise as treatments for androgenetic alopecia. Minoxidil 2% is also used for treating hair loss.

community Scientific evidence for Peppermint & Rosemary oils + My Experience

in Research/Science 114 upvotes 2 years ago

Natural treatments for hair loss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.

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