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GlossaryDermoscopy

non-invasive technique to examine skin's surface and subsurface structures

Dermoscopy, also known as dermatoscopy or epiluminescence microscopy, is a non-invasive diagnostic technique used to examine the skin's surface and subsurface structures with the aid of a specialized magnifying device. This tool allows dermatologists to better visualize and evaluate skin lesions, moles, and other abnormalities, aiding in the early detection of conditions such as melanoma and other skin cancers.

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research Hair and Scalp Dermatoscopy

245 citations, March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Dermatoscopy is useful for identifying different hair and scalp conditions and can reduce the need for biopsies.

research Dermatoscopy: Alternative Uses in Daily Clinical Practice

157 citations, June 2011

Dermatoscopy and videodermatoscopy are useful for diagnosing and monitoring various skin, hair, and nail conditions.

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community 27/M closing in on a year of fin and min, feel like it’s only gotten worse.

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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.

community Is this regrowth? Some before & after pictures. Fin (1mg) EOD Reduced scalp pain, You can check my profile for some better pictures, it’s been good or bad, I really don’t know. Let me know about this, Thanks in advance.

in Progress Pictures 47 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's progress in hair regrowth after taking finasteride (1mg) every other day, and the replies to the post offering support, advice, and encouragement.

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