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refers to a state of impaired physical or mental health

Illness, also known as sickness or disease, refers to a state in which an individual's physical or mental health is impaired, often due to infection, genetic factors, environmental influences, or lifestyle choices. It can manifest through various symptoms and signs, ranging from mild discomfort to severe dysfunction, and may require medical intervention for diagnosis, treatment, and management.

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research Telogen Effluvium: Exploring the Intersection of Dermatology, Psychology, and Public Health

August 2024 in “International Journal of Health Science”

Telogen Effluvium (TE) significantly affects women due to stress and hormonal changes, requiring better public health policies and mental health support.

research Editorial

1 citations , November 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

L'Oréal's research and workshops have advanced understanding and tailored cosmetics for African hair and skin.

research The Contribution of Shaykh Abbas Kuta Karang in Malay Medicine: A Study on Al-Rahmah fi Al-Tib wa Al-Hikmah Manuscript

May 2023 in “Jurnal Sains Insani”

Shaykh Abbas Kuta Karang significantly advanced Malay medical knowledge with his detailed manuscript.

research The Magnitude of Skin Disease in the United States

32 citations , April 2000 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

Skin diseases, especially psoriasis, greatly affect people's quality of life, similar to chronic diseases.

research An Unusual Case of Myxedema Coma

October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

Acute illnesses like sepsis can disrupt thyroid hormone balance without central hypothyroidism.

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community On Minoxidil once a day/microneedling once a week

in Progress Pictures 137 upvotes 2 years ago

User started minoxidil and microneedling for hair growth and saw amazing results, but recently experienced hair thinning again. Others suggest adding finasteride, but user is hesitant and has difficulty obtaining it.

community 4 months of topical minoxidil with derma rolling starting at month 2 - my review / experience

in Is this regrowth? 45 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using topical minoxidil and dermarolling for hair regrowth but is hesitant to start finasteride due to potential side effects. Many suggest adding finasteride for better results in addressing DHT-related hair loss.

community The ultimate regiment to reverse hairloss

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that the user "Shakalakaplaka" shares their comprehensive hair loss regimen, which includes various treatments targeting different pathways such as DHT, inflammation, fibrosis, immune system, testosterone, gut problems, and scalp health. The effectiveness of the regimen is not confirmed, and some users express skepticism or request before and after pictures for credibility.

community Amazing progress after 4 months but way too expensive

in Progress Pictures 3 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced significant hair improvement using a costly treatment involving a tincture and micro needling. They are seeking cheaper alternatives, with suggestions including finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil as effective options.

community Today was Last update on pp405

in Research/Science 108 upvotes 8 months ago

A new hair loss treatment, PP405, is moving from phase 2A to 2B in clinical trials, sparking discussions about its potential to regrow dormant hairs and its impact on existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Some users express skepticism, while others are hopeful about its future effectiveness.

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