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Glossary Dermatologists

medical experts treating skin, hair, and nail conditions

Dermatologists, also known as skin doctors or skin specialists, are medical professionals who diagnose and treat conditions related to the skin, hair, and nails. They manage a wide range of issues, from common ailments like acne and eczema to more serious conditions such as skin cancer and alopecia. Dermatologists also perform cosmetic procedures to improve the appearance of the skin.

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research Dermatologic Signs in Patients with Eating Disorders

130 citations , January 2005 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

This review discusses the dermatologic symptoms associated with severe eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa and how they can aid in early diagnosis, without reporting new results.

research Nanoparticles for Topical Application in the Treatment of Skin Dysfunctions—An Overview of Dermo-Cosmetic and Dermatological Products

122 citations , December 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences”

In this review, researchers discussed recent advances in nanotechnology for topical skin applications, highlighting how nanocarriers enhance skin penetration and targeting in treatments for diseases like melanoma and psoriasis, while acknowledging that the penetration mechanisms and health impacts of nanoparticles remain not fully understood.

research Dermatologic adverse events associated with afatinib: an oral ErbB family blocker

87 citations , March 2013 in “Expert Review of Anticancer Therapy”

This article summarizes dermatologic adverse events in patients treated with afatinib in clinical trials and discusses strategies for managing these side effects, without providing new clinical results.

research Dermatologic manifestations of endocrine disorders

86 citations , October 2017 in “Translational pediatrics”

This review discusses how ophthalmic findings can reveal key endocrine disorders and reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the eye's role in diagnosing and managing systemic diseases like diabetes and Graves' ophthalmopathy.

research Dermatological medication effects on male fertility

55 citations , July 2013 in “Dermatologic therapy”

This review explores the impact of various medications on male fertility, highlighting reversible negative effects from methotrexate, finasteride, and ketoconazole, while reporting no adverse fertility effects for oral retinoids and certain immunosuppressants.

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community Dermatologist Scammed me (I think)

in Treatments 82 upvotes 6 months ago

An 18-year-old is frustrated with a dermatologist who prescribed shampoos and Betnovate instead of Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis. The user feels misled and is considering giving up on dermatologists.

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 put me straight onto 0.5 dut+2.5min

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 20 upvotes 9 months ago

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)

65 upvotes 9 months ago

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?

in Research/Science 54 upvotes 10 months ago

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.

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learn Microneedling

Is at-home microneedling safe, or should it be done by a dermatologist? The FDA has not authorized any microneedling medical device for over-the-counter sale or cleared any for hair loss, and it lists infection among the risks; skin needling is normally done by a trained clinician.

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