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    GlossarySkin Examination (dermatology examination)

    thorough inspection of skin to identify abnormalities

    A Skin Examination, also known as a Dermatological Examination, is a thorough inspection of the skin conducted by a healthcare professional to identify any abnormalities, such as moles, rashes, lesions, or signs of skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis. This assessment is crucial for early detection of skin cancers, infections, and other dermatological issues, and typically involves both visual inspection and palpation of the skin.

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      community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”

      in Chat  46 upvotes 2 years ago
      How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.
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      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 4 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community To anyone that is still not seeing results on the big 3…

      in Treatment  106 upvotes 2 years ago
      User redh0t12 suggests using a derma pen for hair regrowth, as it helped them after using finasteride and minoxidil. Others discuss their experiences with various treatments, including derma rolling, oral and topical minoxidil, and finasteride, with mixed results.

      community Minoxidil For 2 Years, What is this?

      in Treatment  111 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has experienced significant hair thinning despite using 2.5 mg minoxidil for 2 years. Other users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride and consulting a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.