research An Introduction to Skin Disease in Melanin-Rich Skin
Melanin-rich skin has unique challenges in diagnosing and treating skin diseases.
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research Footprints of the EADV: A Meeting Report from the 17th Congress of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
The conference highlighted new dermatological treatments and emphasized early intervention and addressing conditions lacking evidence-based treatments.
research Hair Cosmetic Alterations
The document concludes that individualized treatments for hair issues are effective, certain hair changes can indicate neurocutaneous diseases, specific lotions improve skin health, laser hair removal works but needs more study on long-term effects, men's cosmetics are diverse, peeling is effective but can have side effects, and facial pigmentation is often due to overactive skin cells.
research Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation: A Common but Troubling Condition
Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation causes dark skin patches and needs personalized treatment.
research Erythema Multiforme Sparing Regressing Herpes Zoster Lesion: Reverse Isotopic Phenomenon?
A patient's skin rash did not affect the area where a previous viral rash was healing, suggesting a rare immune response.
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5 / 9 resultscommunity 3 years of finasteride and minoxidil
This conversation is about a user who used finasteride and minoxidil over the course of three years to treat their hair loss, and they achieved great results. They experienced severe shedding when first beginning treatment but eventually saw very noticeable results after one year.
community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis
The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.
community Do hair follicles dies or are dormant ?
Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.
community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?
Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.
community 5months Oral Min (2.5mg) & Fin (1mg)
A user shared progress pictures after 5 months of using oral Minoxidil (2.5mg) and Finasteride (1mg) for hair loss, reporting satisfaction with the results despite some light spots. Another user suggested increasing the Minoxidil dose if needed after a year.