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highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects
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research Treatment of Localized Scleroderma and Lichen Sclerosus with Etretinate
Etretinate has only moderate effects on localized scleroderma and lichen sclerosus.
research Clinical Profile of Methotrexate-Resistant Juvenile Localized Scleroderma
Some children with localized scleroderma are rarely resistant to methotrexate, and no common profile for resistance was found.
research Hereditary Hypotrichosis and Localized Morphea: A New Clinical Entity
A family showed a new condition with inherited hair loss and skin changes, possibly due to one genetic disorder.
research Different Applications of Monochromatic Excimer Light in Skin Diseases
Excimer light effectively treats various skin diseases, including psoriasis, vitiligo, and mycosis fungoides.
research Review of Systemic Methotrexate Therapy in Pediatric Dermatoses
Methotrexate is effective and well-tolerated in children for certain skin conditions but requires careful monitoring.
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5 / 179 resultscommunity A better treatment would be a localized 5ar inhibitor that breaks down when it enters blood or leaves hair follicle
The conversation discusses the need for a localized 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that only affects the scalp without systemic side effects, similar to pyrilutamide's approach. Current treatments like topical liposomal finasteride and dutasteride are mentioned, but concerns about their systemic effects and lack of research are highlighted.
community Mallia Aesthetics achieves key regulatory steps for novel sCD83-derived ingredient for hair growth
Mallia Aesthetics has developed MAL-838, a hormone-free product derived from sCD83, which stimulates hair growth without disrupting the skin microbiome. sCD83 promotes hair growth by activating hair follicles and preventing cell death, offering a localized treatment without systemic side effects.
community It’s really unfortunate the CB-03-01 is so expensive.
The conversation discusses the high cost of CB-03-01, a topical antiandrogen for hair loss, which is considered safe and remains localized upon application. It questions whether the expense is justified compared to the lower risks it poses relative to finasteride.
community How to get rid of dandruff once and for all?
A 20-year-old male using Minoxidil and finasteride for 6 months and keto shampoo for 5 months saw initial improvement in dandruff, but the condition returned. He recently started using 3% salicylic acid shampoo and seeks advice for persistent dandruff, which is oily and localized to the left side of his scalp.
community Day 55 of minoxidil and finasteride
A 20-year-old is using oral and topical finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, rosewater, Adgain tablets, creatine, and derma stamping to address hair loss. There is a debate about creatine's impact on hair loss, with some suggesting it increases DHT, while others disagree.