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    GlossarySkin Symptoms (Dermatological Symptoms)

    visible or tactile changes indicating underlying health conditions

    Skin symptoms refer to any visible or tactile changes in the skin that may indicate an underlying health condition. These can include rashes, itching, redness, swelling, blisters, or changes in texture and color. For professionals, skin symptoms can be critical diagnostic clues for conditions ranging from allergic reactions and infections to systemic diseases like lupus or diabetes.

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

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 4 months 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 He used Dutasteride for 20 years. Interview

      in Treatment  112 upvotes 5 months ago
      Dutasteride has been used for 20 years with some hair thickness improvement but no dramatic regrowth. The user also experimented with minoxidil, tretinoin, and peptides like BPC 157 for potential benefits in hair density and quality.

      community FINASTRIDE and switch to DUTASTRIDE, my experience

      in Progress Pictures  145 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared their experience with Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They initially had success with Finasteride but switched to Dutasteride after experiencing shedding, which continued, and are now considering a hair transplant.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  413 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.