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GlossaryErythema

redness of the skin due to increased blood flow

Erythema refers to the redness of the skin caused by increased blood flow to the capillaries in the affected area. This condition can result from various factors, including inflammation, infection, or physical irritation, and is often seen in conditions like sunburn, allergic reactions, or certain skin diseases.

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research Eczema-Like, Erythematous, Infiltrated Plaques: A Common Side Effect of Subcutaneous Heparin Therapy

63 citations, October 1989 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Red, swollen skin patches are a common allergic reaction to heparin injections, and testing with different heparin types can help find a suitable treatment.

research Three Isolations of Chaetomium Globosum from Erythematous Epilation of Canine Skin

9 citations, January 2008 in “Medical mycology”

A dog's skin infection caused by the fungus Chaetomium globosum was effectively treated with ketoconazole.

research Erythematous Cutaneous Nodules Caused by Adulterated Cocaine

5 citations, September 1989 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Talc in street cocaine can cause immune-reactive skin nodules where injected.

research Erythematous Plaque on the Scalp With Alopecia

July 2020 in “Cutis”

The woman has a scalp condition causing hair loss.

research An Erythematous Plaque With Overlying Alopecia on the Scalp of a Child: Diagnosis

September 2011 in “Archives of dermatology”

The child was diagnosed with cutaneous leishmaniasis.

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community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

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Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Hair Remedies that Don't Work for Anybody Seeking Hair Regrowth

in Treatment 7 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Salon products and supplements generally don't work for hair regrowth unless there's a severe nutritional deficiency, while hormonal treatments like estrogen and spironolactone can be effective.