research Management of Dermatologic Toxicities
This article provides a narrative on managing dermatologic side effects from cancer therapies and suggests strategies that oncologists could adopt, but it reports no new clinical findings.
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research 307 Dermatologic toxicities associated with chronic gamma-secretase inhibitor treatment for desmoid tumor
This study reports that 71% of patients treated with the gamma-secretase inhibitor PF-03084014 for desmoid tumors experienced dermatologic side effects, such as follicular lesions and pruritic eruptions, which were managed with topical or systemic treatments.
research Prevention and management of dermatological toxicities related to anticancer agents: ESMO Clinical Practice Guidelines☆
These guidelines discuss prevention and management strategies for dermatological toxicities but report no new clinical results; they include expert recommendations for conditions like acneiform rash and hand-foot syndrome.
research The risk of dermatological toxicities of combined BRAF and MEK inhibition versus BRAF inhibition alone in melanoma patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis
This meta-analysis found that combined BRAF and MEK inhibitor treatment in melanoma patients is linked to increased all-grade rash but reduced risks of several other dermatological toxicities compared to BRAF inhibition alone.
research Taiwanese Dermatological Association consensus for the prevention and management of epidermal growth factor receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor-related skin toxicities
This report presents the Taiwanese Dermatological Association's 2016 consensus on defining and managing skin toxicities from EGFR-TKI treatments, providing comprehensive guidelines for clinicians in Taiwan.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Dermatologist won't prescribe oral finasteride without first trying topical and having blood and sperm tests done
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 put me straight onto 0.5 dut+2.5min
A dermatologist prescribed 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil for hair thinning, which is considered a solid regimen for regrowth. Users generally agree that dutasteride is more effective than finasteride and support the dermatologist's decision.
community Dermatologist says finasteride is no longer prescribed after apothecaries warning (Austria)
In Austria, finasteride prescriptions are restricted due to suicide risk concerns, with new prescriptions only for current users. Alternatives like topical finasteride, dutasteride, and online purchases face legal challenges.
community Dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to “new research” on male breast cancer. anyone heard of this?
A dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to concerns about recent research linking it to male breast cancer, suggesting a topical alternative with minoxidil instead. The user is advised to seek a second opinion, as the evidence for such risks is inconclusive and the dermatologist's reasoning seems questionable.
community Dermatologist recommended topical Dutasteride 15% once a week – anyone tried this?
A dermatologist recommended using topical Dutasteride (15%) once a week, alongside oral Finasteride and Minoxidil, to improve hair strength and response. The user is seeking experiences or evidence on the effectiveness of this high-concentration regimen.
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Hair Loss TreatmentsCentre Dermatològic EstèticAlicante, Comunitat Valenciana · ES - 7
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