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    GlossaryContact Dermatitis

    skin inflammation caused by direct contact with irritants or allergens

    Contact Dermatitis is a skin condition that occurs when the skin comes into direct contact with a substance that causes an allergic reaction (Allergic Contact Dermatitis) or irritation (Irritant Contact Dermatitis). Symptoms typically include redness, itching, and inflammation at the site of contact. It is important to identify and avoid the triggering substance to manage and prevent further episodes.

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      community I tried salt water to stop the DHT itch

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 1 year ago
      Treating the itch associated with male pattern baldness, which is believed to be caused by DHT. Potential treatments discussed include salt water, finasteride, ketoconazole, and RU58841.

      community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

      in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago
      In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

      community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Research/Science  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      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 What’s the most effective way to beat Serb Derm?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      OP struggles with scalp flakes causing hair loss and has tried Selsun Blue, Ketoconazole, and ZPT Shampoo without success. Suggestions include using salicylic acid shampoo, shaving the head, using Nizoral, and combining treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.