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Addressing the Missing Components for Appropriate Surveillance of Merkel Cell Carcinoma Patients: Detailed Recurrence Data and an Integrated Risk Analysis Approach

research Addressing the Missing Components for Appropriate Surveillance of Merkel Cell Carcinoma Patients: Detailed Recurrence Data and an Integrated Risk Analysis Approach

April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Merkel cell carcinoma is most likely to recur within two years of diagnosis, and factors like immune suppression, being over 75, and male sex increase this risk.

research Comparative Analysis of Quality of Life Impact in Patients with Autoimmune Blistering Disease

1 citations, April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Patients with autoimmune blistering diseases experience a reduced quality of life, with the need for better measurement tools, especially for those with mucous membrane pemphigoid.

research Topical Minoxidil Adherence in Alopecia Patients

April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

The research found that certain characteristics like age, sex, race, marital status, and education level can influence whether alopecia patients stick to their hair loss treatment with topical minoxidil.

Acanthosis Nigricans in the Knuckles: An Early, Accessible, Straightforward, and Sensitive Clinical Tool to Predict Insulin Resistance

research Acanthosis Nigricans in the Knuckles: An Early, Accessible, Straightforward, and Sensitive Clinical Tool to Predict Insulin Resistance

6 citations, January 2018 in “Dermato-endocrinology”

Darkened knuckles can be an early sign of insulin resistance.

research Anatomic Location of Primary Melanoma: Survival Differences and Sun Exposure

27 citations, April 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Where melanoma is on the body affects survival chances; melanomas on the back of the head are worse, while those on thighs and arms are less severe, and more sun exposure might improve survival.

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community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2

in Research/Science 479 upvotes 4 months ago

Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Study shows further evidence that finasteride and dutasteride take 12-18 months or more to show significant results. Do NOT give up early

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 247 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride in treating hair loss, emphasizing that significant results often take 12-18 months or more. Dutasteride is generally considered superior, with similar or fewer side effects than finasteride, but patience is required for noticeable improvement.

community My Experience and a Discourse on "DUPA"

in Treatment 9 upvotes 6 months ago

The user discusses their hair loss experience, exploring various hypotheses including thyroid levels, vitamin D, DHEA, nutritional deficiency, diabetes, seborrheic dermatitis, lack of nutrition to hair follicles, chronic inflammation, female pattern hair loss causes, cortisol, and prolactin levels. They are currently using finasteride, beta-sitosterol, and have tried topical dutasteride and microneedling therapy.

community Anyone has experienced Collagen Synthesis with min ? (wrinkles, dark circles...)

in Question 10 upvotes 5 years ago

Minoxidil may cause wrinkles and dark circles, which some users report can be mitigated by adjusting dosage. Reactions vary, and while some dismiss these side effects, others experience significant changes.