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GlossaryDesquamation

process of shedding dead skin cells from the outer layer

Desquamation is the process by which the outermost layer of the skin, known as the stratum corneum, sheds dead cells. This natural exfoliation helps maintain skin health by removing old cells and making way for new ones, and it can be influenced by various factors such as skin conditions, treatments, and overall health.

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research From Genotoxic Stresses to Skin Damage: Distinct, Novel Mechanisms of Skin and Hair Damage in Chemo/Radiation Therapy

April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Chemotherapy and radiation therapy cause skin and hair damage by altering gene expression and signaling pathways.

research Skin Toxicity in Palliative Radiation Therapy

January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks”

Radiation therapy for cancer often causes skin problems like redness, dryness, and pain.

research Dermatophytosis Due to Microsporum Nanum Infection in a Canine

1 citations , March 2017 in “Semina Ciências Agrárias”

Hunting wild boar can cause fungal infections in dogs.

research A Case of Cicatricial Alopecia Associated with Erlotinib

25 citations , January 2011 in “Annals of Dermatology”

Erlotinib can cause hair loss as a side effect.

research Effects of Chemical Straighteners on the Hair Shaft and Scalp

2 citations , January 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

Chemical hair straighteners can cause scalp and hair damage, but long-term effects are unclear.

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community A Different Take on Curing MBP

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in Chat 49 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss itch stopped by adding RU58841 to treatment. Topical Finasteride and Pyrilutamide also mentioned as potential itch solutions.

community Could the salicylic acid in my Nioxin shampoo reduce minoxidil effectiveness?

in Minoxidil 3 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Salicylic acid in Nioxin shampoo may reduce minoxidil effectiveness by inhibiting sulfotransferase activity, potentially causing hair loss. Users suggest stopping salicylic acid use or trying alternative treatments like high-concentration tretinoin or medicated minoxidil/finasteride shampoos.

community Salicylic Acid shampoo while on minoxidil. Is it okay?

in Minoxidil 11 upvotes 4 years ago

Minoxidil users can safely use salicylic acid shampoo to manage scalp pimples and dandruff. Nizoral is also recommended for hair gain and treating scalp pimples.