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GlossaryHyperpigmentation (dark skin patches)

condition where skin patches darken due to excess melanin

Hyperpigmentation is a condition where patches of skin become darker than the surrounding areas due to an excess production of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color. This can be caused by factors such as sun exposure, inflammation, hormonal changes, or certain medications, and is commonly seen in conditions like melasma, age spots, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

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research Evaluation of Androgen-Dependent Skin Findings of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

1 citations, December 2022 in “Gynecological Endocrinology”

The most common skin issues in females with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) are excessive hair growth, hair loss, oily skin, acne, dark skin patches, and skin tags, which may be linked to hormone and insulin levels.

research Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation: A Common but Troubling Condition

114 citations, April 2004 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation causes dark skin patches and needs personalized treatment.

research Lichen Planus Pigmentosus and Its Variants: Review and Update

94 citations, October 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Lichen planus pigmentosus causes dark skin patches and is treated by avoiding triggers and using anti-inflammatory medications.

research Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovarian Disease

June 2018 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences”

Skin problems like excessive hair growth, acne, and dark skin patches can be signs of Polycystic Ovarian Disease, which may also be linked to family history and a risk for diabetes.

research Study of Cutaneous Manifestations of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

1 citations, March 2020 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology”

The study concluded that the most common skin problems in women with PCOS are excess hair, acne, oily skin, hair loss, dark skin patches, and skin tags.

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community Start taking care of your skin and hair loss TODAY! I was telling myself I didn’t care, but I think the difference in my facial expression says it all. Take action asap before more permanent damage is done. I hope I can inspire some of you, because it’s so worth it. Not for others, for yourself! <3

in Progress Pictures 583 upvotes 2 years ago

User shared progress in treating hair loss and improving skin, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and skin care regimen. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about costs and side effects.

community Minoxidil and microneedling only - one year progress (m40+)

in Progress Pictures 1340 upvotes 3 months ago

A 40+ male shared his one-year progress using minoxidil twice daily and microneedling once a week, showing significant hair improvement. He also occasionally uses finasteride in a low dosage due to side effects.

community Started rosemary oil in mid Feb. quickly moved to oral min, topical min, Dut, RU, derma rolling. And keto. Top pic is March 6. Bottom is today. 40 years old.

in Progress Pictures 213 upvotes 1 year ago

User started with rosemary oil, then used oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, derma rolling, and keto for hair loss treatment. Significant progress was made, and others praised the aggressive approach.

community 32, Southeast Asian, 1 y 3 m Finasteride, Dutasteride, Minoxidil, Microneedling – Former hair system user. Quick description of routine in comments.

in Progress Pictures 324 upvotes 2 years ago

A user named "bmbshell" who was dealing with hair loss and initially tried to fix it with a hair system before deciding to try finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and biotin supplements. They documented their progress over the past 1 year and 3 months, showing how effective these treatments were in regrowing their hair.

community Convinced dad to get into minox 3 months ago and fin 2 months ago

in Is this regrowth? 819 upvotes 4 months ago

A user convinced their 45-year-old dad to use minoxidil and finasteride, resulting in significant hair regrowth. The dad now uses 1mg of finasteride daily and topical minoxidil twice a day, and has also started using 1% ketoconazole shampoo.

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