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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch An Epidemic of Porphyria Cutanea Tarda?
Hepatitis C and alcohol abuse may lead to porphyria cutanea tarda.
research The Use of Dihydroxyacetone for Photoprotection in Variegate Porphyria
Dihydroxyacetone in self-tanning lotion helped reduce sun-related skin issues in a woman with variegate porphyria.
research A Current Review of the Cutaneous Manifestations of Renal Disease
Skin problems are very common in people with end-stage kidney disease.
research 66-Year-Old Woman With Painless Vesicular Lesions
A 66-year-old woman with skin lesions and other symptoms improved after treatment for porphyria cutanea tarda.
research The Case Files
The man's skin condition improved with sun protection and topical steroids, but UV exposure still caused flare-ups.
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5 / 339 resultscommunity Dutasteride and elevated (LDL) cholesterol
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and noticed elevated cholesterol levels, questioning if dutasteride caused this change. They also take Vitamin D, biotin, magnesium, ginkgo biloba, omega-3, and NAC, and are concerned about the impact of these supplements and their health on cholesterol levels.
community Just sharing my holy grails. I have SO many baby hairs. I suffered with telogen effluvium and personally adding in a protein shake a day helped tremendously, I didn’t realize how packed full of vitamins they were. I used TOPICAL minox and had an elevated heart rate
The user experienced an elevated heart rate from using topical Minoxidil and discontinued its use. They found that adding a daily protein shake helped with telogen effluvium.
community 28M: Can I Combine Oral and Topical Finasteride with Elevated Liver Enzymes?
A user is considering using both oral and topical finasteride for hair loss, despite having elevated liver enzymes. They currently use a topical spray with finasteride and minoxidil and are seeking advice on whether using both forms is advisable.
community Bile Acid-Mediated DHT Dysregulation Hypothesis
Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.
community Attention Finasteride / Dutasteride and Your liver
Finasteride may cause elevated liver enzymes, potentially leading to liver issues, though this is rare. Users should monitor liver function and consider topical alternatives if liver sensitivity occurs.