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research Dermatological Issues in a Child with Diabetes Mellitus

January 2003 in “Springer eBooks”

Children with diabetes often have skin problems, which can be better managed with good blood sugar control.

research Dermatological Issues Among Individuals Receiving Palliative Care - A Review

August 2023 in “American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine”

This study describes common skin disorders in palliative care patients, emphasizing that conditions like xerosis, pressure ulcers, and fungal infections often require symptomatic treatment focused on quality of life rather than cure, due to limited life expectancy and potential treatment burdens.

research Wigs and hairpieces: Evaluating dermatologic issues

22 citations , May 2012 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

This article reviews the lack of major breakthroughs and limited therapeutic options for extensive hair loss, emphasizing the need to address its psychological impact; it reports no new clinical results.

research Baldness and coronary artery disease: the dermatologic point of view of a controversial issue.

50 citations , July 2001 in “PubMed”

This study suggests a potential link between early-onset baldness before age 30 and increased risk for coronary artery disease, warranting consideration in epidemiological research.

A Unique Acquired Athletic Dermatologic Condition in a Half Marathon Participant: An Autobiographical Case Report of Sports-Associated Clothing Related Axillary Tangled Clumped Hairs (SCRATCH)

research A Unique Acquired Athletic Dermatologic Condition in a Half Marathon Participant: An Autobiographical Case Report of Sports-Associated Clothing Related Axillary Tangled Clumped Hairs (SCRATCH)

May 2025 in “Cureus”

This case report describes a unique dermatologic condition called SCRATCH, occurring in a runner due to shirt friction, which resulted in clumped axillary hairs and temporary alopecia.

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community Dermatologist won't prescribe oral finasteride without first trying topical and having blood and sperm tests done

1 upvotes 7 months ago

A user is frustrated that their dermatologist requires blood and sperm tests before prescribing oral finasteride, despite already taking oral minoxidil. They prefer oral medication over topical treatments due to sensory issues and are considering asking their GP for a finasteride prescription or seeking alternatives online.

community Dermatologist denied prescribing oral dutasteride because it’s not FDA approved BUT did prescribe ORAL minoxidil 😂

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 2 years ago

A 22-year-old male has been using oral finasteride for a year with no improvement in hair loss and was denied dutasteride by a dermatologist due to FDA approval issues but was prescribed oral minoxidil instead. The user is seeking advice on whether to switch to dutasteride, continue finasteride, or add minoxidil.

community Shall I trust my dermatologist? Kindly guide me

in Treatment 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is concerned about hair loss and is unsure whether to trust their dermatologist's prescription of minoxidil, fearing potential hormonal effects. Other users suggest using finasteride to block DHT and recommend a blood test to check for underlying issues, while advising against relying solely on shampoos for hair loss treatment.

community Help needed with finding an alternative to my dermatologist's recommendation ( shampoo and conditioner)

8 years ago

A user is seeking alternatives to **Curatio Triclenz Hair Cleanser** and **Triflow Hair Conditioner** due to issues with hair weight and scalp pimples. They need recommendations for mild shampoos available in Europe, preferably Sweden.

community Copper peptides: went to a free dermatologist checkup, She told me to get Copper peptides, does it work?

10 upvotes 4 months ago

Copper peptides may help with hair thickness and health, but their effectiveness in reducing DHT is uncertain. Minoxidil is being used, but finasteride is not available due to legal restrictions; ketoconazole shampoo is recommended for managing Malassezia-related issues.

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