research Tales of Bugs, Delusions of Parasitosis, and What to Do
Escitalopram might effectively treat delusions of parasitosis and possibly Morgellons disease, with psychological factors being important to consider.
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research Delusions of Parasitosis: World Perspective on the Choice of Psychopharmacotherapy
Clofazimine effectively treated a rare skin condition with ash-gray patches.
research Citalopram-Induced Delusions in an Older Adult
An older woman had false beliefs after taking a depression medication, which stopped when she stopped the medication.
research Pediatric Psychocutaneous Disorders
Recognizing and managing skin-related psychiatric disorders in children is crucial for effective treatment.
research Obsessive-Compulsive Skin Disorders: A Novel Classification Based on Degree of Insight
The new classification system for skin disorders emphasizes the importance of understanding a patient's awareness of their condition for better treatment.
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5 / 302 resultscommunity Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance
The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.
community Advice to everyone with persistent anxiety about hairloss: take a break from this subreddit
Different treatments for hair loss, such as Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral, Pumpkin Seed Oil, Saw Palmetto and PRP; the risks of using certain treatments; taking a break from this subreddit to cope with anxiety about hairloss; and potential benefits of maintaining confidence despite hairloss.
community The EU has Finasteride and Dutasteride under review at risk of getting banned.
Finasteride and Dutasteride are under review in the EU due to concerns about side effects like depression, but they are unlikely to be banned. Access to these medications varies, with easier availability in the UK compared to some EU countries.
community Hair greed made me switch to Dut too early
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss but faced increased shedding and anxiety, regretting not staying with finasteride longer. Other users shared mixed experiences, advising patience with dutasteride, as it may take up to a year to show results.
community DHT Isn't (Directly) Important
Finasteride's potential side effects, especially sexual dysfunction, are discussed, with emphasis on hormonal balance between testosterone and estradiol. Users share experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, highlighting the variability in side effects and the influence of mindset and lifestyle.