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Glossary Differential Diagnosis

systematic method to identify a disease by ruling out others

Differential diagnosis is a systematic method used by doctors to identify a disease or condition in a patient. It involves listing all possible causes of the patient's symptoms and then ruling them out one by one through medical history, physical exams, and diagnostic tests until the most likely cause is determined. This process ensures that the correct condition is treated, especially when symptoms are common to multiple diseases.

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research Differential Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

35 citations , March 2012 in “Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes”

This article discusses various causes of hyperandrogenism in women and highlights diagnostic considerations for conditions such as PCOS, NCCAH, Cushing's disease, and androgen-secreting tumors, without reporting new clinical results.

research Differential diagnosis of hair loss in children. Differentialdiagnose des Haarausfalls bei Kindern

30 citations , May 2004 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

This review proposes a classification system for childhood hair loss based on clinical appearance, age of onset, and associated symptoms, but reports no new clinical results.

research Differential diagnosis of the scalp hair folliculitis.

21 citations , September 2011 in “PubMed”

This article reviews prominent variants of scalp hair folliculitis and their differential diagnosis, but reports no new clinical findings.

research Differential diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma and benign tumors of cutaneous appendages originating from hair follicles by using CD34.

13 citations , January 2010 in “PubMed”

research Differential Diagnosis of Female-Pattern Hair Loss

3 citations , January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This case report describes a 45-year-old woman with diffuse nonscarring alopecia characterized by hair thinning, increased catagen/telogen follicles, and mild inflammatory infiltrate, highlighting the diagnostic findings via scalp dermoscopy and biopsy.

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community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

55 upvotes 2 years ago

A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

community My 15+ Year Hair Loss Journey: DUPA, Recurrent Alopecia Areata, & different dosages of Min / Fin topicals - Advice needed on next steps.

4 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user has been managing hair loss for over 15 years, using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and corticosteroids, while experiencing side effects and recurrent Alopecia Areata. They seek advice on progression and potential underlying conditions, questioning if their hair loss is due to an autoimmune issue beyond typical patterns.

community Evolution theory: AGA is your body trying to reduce the risk of prostate cancer by exposing your scalp to more UV

in Research/Science 9 months ago

Androgenic alopecia (AGA) might have evolved to reduce prostate cancer risk by increasing UV exposure to the scalp, but this theory is debated. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are used for AGA, though the exact causes and evolutionary reasons for hair loss are unclear.

community What do you guys think about my foundation?

8 months ago

The user had a hair transplant and uses oral minoxidil, a red laser therapy helmet, fish oil, collagen, and sardines for hair thinning but avoids finasteride due to side effect concerns. Many suggest these methods may not be effective long-term without a DHT blocker.

community Need advice/Insight with hairloss please

in General 148 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is concerned about hair thinning and is using minoxidil, considering finasteride, and planning blood tests to rule out deficiencies. They are advised to consult a dermatologist to confirm if androgenic alopecia is the cause before starting finasteride.

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