research Current Situation of Dermoscopy Use in Aesthetic Medicine
Dermoscopy is underused in aesthetic medicine, but it increases diagnosis confidence; more training is needed.
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research Current Situation of Dermoscopy Use in Aesthetic Medicine
Dermoscopy is underused in aesthetic medicine, but it increases diagnostic confidence, and professionals need more training.
research Seborrheic Dermatitis and Lichen Planus in Hair Transplantation: A Crucial Differential Diagnosis
Es crucial diferenciar entre dermatitis seborreica y liquen plano antes de un trasplante capilar para asegurar mejores resultados.
research Dermoscopic Pattern of Cicatricial Alopecia Caused by Discoid Lupus Erythematosus and Lichen Planopilaris
Dermoscopy helps diagnose and monitor treatment for hair loss from scarring conditions like discoid lupus and lichen planopilaris.
research Dermoscopy Findings in Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Dermoscopy effectively diagnoses and evaluates female hair loss treatment.
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5 / 12 resultscommunity Microneedling Isn’t Snake Oil — It’s Evidence-Based. Let’s Talk Studies, Not Fear.
Microneedling is supported by research as an effective adjuvant treatment for hair loss, especially when combined with Minoxidil or Finasteride, with minimal side effects if done properly. Concerns about long-term safety and potential risks like infection or fibrosis remain, but many users report positive results.
community Unexpected Progress from Head Massage and Minoxidil
The user experienced unexpected hair volume increase after combining scalp massages with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. They plan to continue this regimen, noting a reduction in hair shedding.
community Can't afford 2.5mg dutasteride, any alternative?
The user is struggling with hair loss despite using topical minoxidil, finasteride, and oral dutasteride, and is seeking affordable alternatives to 2.5mg dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for scalp inflammation, considering oral minoxidil, using rosemary oil, and possibly trying saw palmetto, though results may vary.
community Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP
Men with hair loss might have lichen planopilaris (LPP), which can mimic androgenetic alopecia, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Proper diagnosis, including biopsies, is crucial to distinguish between androgenetic alopecia and conditions like LPP.
community 27/M closing in on a year of fin and min, feel like it’s only gotten worse.
A user reported no improvement in hair loss after nearly a year of using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and weekly microneedling. Other users suggested the possibility of DUPA or retrograde alopecia and mentioned that treatments might only slow down hair loss rather than regrow hair.