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Glossary Dermatological Disorders

conditions affecting skin, hair, and nails

Dermatological disorders, also known as skin diseases or skin conditions, encompass a wide range of issues affecting the skin, hair, and nails. These can include common conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis, as well as more severe diseases such as melanoma and other skin cancers. They can be caused by various factors, including genetics, infections, allergies, and environmental influences, and often require specialized medical treatment for management and relief.

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research Traditional Uses and Pharmacologically Active Constituents of Dendrobium Plants for Dermatological Disorders: A Review

65 citations , April 2021 in “Natural Products and Bioprospecting”

This review discusses the traditional uses and pharmacologically active compounds of 22 Dendrobium species for dermatological disorders but reports no new results, highlighting the need for further research.

research Management of psychiatric disorders with HIV and dermatological disorders

2 citations , March 2022 in “Indian Journal of Psychiatry/Indian journal of psychiatry”

This article reviews the psychiatric conditions associated with HIV, highlighting the bidirectional relationship and management challenges but presents no new research findings.

research Psychiatric morbidity in children and adolescents with dermatological disorders

2 citations , January 2021 in “Scandinavian Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychology”

This study found that children and adolescents with dermatological disorders had significantly higher rates of psychiatric comorbidity, including mood and anxiety disorders, compared to healthy controls.

research ZINC AND HUMAN HEALTH: IMPLICATIONS OF ZINC DEFICIENCY IN IMMUNE, GASTROINTESTINAL, DERMATOLOGICAL, AND METABOLIC DISORDERS

January 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science”

This narrative review explores existing evidence on zinc's impact in certain immune-related, gastrointestinal, dermatological, and metabolic disorders, considering clinical and observational studies to assess zinc supplementation's clinical relevance.

research Assessment of the Impact of Zinc, Iron, and Vitamin D Deficiencies on the Prevalence of Dermatological Disorders among Males in Taiz, Yemen

January 2026 in “University of Science and Technology Institutional Repository (University of Science and Technology, Sana’a, Yemen)”

This study found that adult males in Taiz, Yemen with dermatological disorders had significantly lower serum zinc and hemoglobin levels compared to healthy controls, highlighting the importance of assessing micronutrient status in skin disease management.

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community Hair Loss Ruins Your Mind: 10x rate of BDD. PF S is not real

in Research/Science 39 upvotes 7 months ago

Hair loss is linked to a higher rate of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), OCD, and depression. Finasteride and dutasteride are not linked to increased suicidal risk, though some users report mental health side effects.

community Hair Loss Causes Depression. Not Finasteride.

187 upvotes 7 months ago

Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or mood disorders; hair loss itself may be a more significant factor. Some users experience side effects from Finasteride, but it is generally well-tolerated.

community EU Shouldn't Ban Fin & Dut: PFS is NOT REAL.

10 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or "Post Finasteride Syndrome," with concerns often linked to the nocebo effect and preexisting mental health issues. The EU is unlikely to ban these drugs, but access may become more restricted due to ongoing debates.

community Finasteride - impact on Neurosteroids, which yes, \are important and not a garbage hormone

in Research/Science 163 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride may affect neurosteroids, impacting mood and sexual function, with varied user experiences. Some report side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction, while others find it effective for hair retention or prefer alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments.

community We should actually be hopeful for these recent new developments

112 upvotes 1 year ago

AI advancements, like AlphaFold, are speeding up drug discovery for hair loss, promising more effective treatments. Current options like minoxidil and finasteride have limitations, but new developments could improve solutions in 5-10 years.

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