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    GlossaryDermatological Disorders (Dermatoses)

    conditions affecting skin, hair, and nails

    Dermatological disorders, also known as skin diseases or skin conditions, encompass a wide range of issues affecting the skin, hair, and nails. These can include common conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis, as well as more severe diseases such as melanoma and other skin cancers. They can be caused by various factors, including genetics, infections, allergies, and environmental influences, and often require specialized medical treatment for management and relief.

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      Dermatoses of Pregnancy

      research Dermatoses of Pregnancy

      208 citations, July 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.
      Dermatoses of Pregnancy

      research Dermatoses of Pregnancy

      33 citations, August 2006 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”
      Pregnancy can cause specific skin conditions that need correct diagnosis and treatment to protect both mother and baby.

      research Common Dermatoses in Black Individuals

      22 citations, June 1977 in “Postgraduate Medicine”
      Certain skin conditions are more common in black people due to hair and skin differences.

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      community Balding, stressed and depressed

      in Chat  60 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22 year old man who is experiencing hair loss, thinning and dry scalp, has tried treatments such as finasteride and minoxidil, and other users sharing their experiences with similar issues.

      community Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP

      in Research/Science  94 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      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.

      in Chat  62 upvotes 8 months ago
      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.