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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 Clinical Considerations of Bioequivalence for Topical Dermatologic Drugs

1 citations , January 2014

This review discusses various methods to assess bioequivalence between dermatologic drugs and highlights the potential of visual inspection and percutaneous penetration research.

research Supportive Oncodermatology: Addressing dermatologic adverse events associated with oncologic therapies

3 citations , November 2018 in “Oncology issues”

This article discusses the emerging field of supportive oncodermatology, which collaborates between oncology and dermatology to address skin-related side effects of cancer treatments, and reports no new clinical results.

research Safety of Common Medications for Treating Dermatology Disorders in Pregnant Women

7 citations , September 2013 in “Current Dermatology Reports”

This review summarizes existing literature on the safety of commonly used dermatologic medications during pregnancy but does not present new clinical findings, aiming to assist physicians with prescribing decisions.

research Syphilitic Alopecia: A Report of 5 Cases and a Review of the Literature

13 citations , June 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas”

This review details five cases of syphilitic alopecia, an uncommon symptom in syphilis affecting mainly men, emphasizing that dermatologists should be vigilant as it can appear as the sole symptom.

research Radiotherapy-Induced Skin Fibrosis: Pathophysiology, Emerging Therapeutics, and the Role of Dermatology

February 2026 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

This source discusses how radiotherapy-induced skin fibrosis, a chronic side effect affecting cancer survivors' quality of life, is driven by ongoing inflammation and fibroblast activity, and emphasizes the need for comprehensive dermatologic management and better diagnostic tools.

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community 3 month progression w/ BIG 3. Fin/ Min & Keto Shampoo

in Progress Pictures 10 upvotes 1 year ago

The user shares a 3-month hair loss treatment progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They plan to add a dermatologist pen to their routine for the next 3-6 months.

community Dermatologist didn’t want to write for Dutasteride and oral minox, instead gave me script for this 12.5% minox with tretinoin,azelaic acid, and topical finasteride. It’s 55$ a month, is it worth it?

8 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses a prescribed hair loss treatment combining 12.5% minoxidil with tretinoin, azelaic acid, and topical finasteride, costing $55 a month. One user criticizes the packaging for degrading tretinoin, another suggests it's an overpriced option and recommends topical dutasteride as an alternative due to its higher molecular weight and lower systemic absorption.

community Why is my dermatologist strictly against derma stamping/derma rolling?

in Microneedling 27 upvotes 1 year ago

Dermatologists often advise against at-home microneedling due to risks of scarring, infection, and improper technique. Professional guidance is recommended for safe and effective use, with some users reporting positive results when done correctly.

community Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 194 upvotes 2 years ago

A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.

community Dermatologist explains the treatment used on a NW4 patient (video in Spanish)

in Treatment 43 upvotes 1 year ago

A 29-year-old male with androgenic alopecia was treated with oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and injectable Dutasteride, showing progress in 9 months. Some users believe Dutasteride mesotherapy is unnecessary and question its effectiveness compared to topical applications.

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learn Microneedling

Is at-home microneedling safe, or should it be done by a dermatologist? At-home microneedling can be risky and is safer when performed by a dermatologist.

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