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GlossaryNail Psoriasis

condition where psoriasis affects fingernails and toenails, causing pitting

Nail psoriasis, also known as psoriatic nail disease, is a condition where psoriasis affects the fingernails and toenails. It can cause a variety of symptoms, including pitting (small dents) in the nails, discoloration, thickening, and separation of the nail from the nail bed (onycholysis). This condition is often associated with psoriatic arthritis and can significantly impact nail appearance and function.

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research Challenging Regional Psoriasis and Ustekinumab Biotherapy: Impact of the Patterns of Disease

6 citations , January 2012 in “Journal of Biomedicine and Biotechnology”

Ustekinumab might work for severe psoriasis, but more research is needed to be sure.

research Use of Dermatoscopy and Videodermatoscopy in Therapeutic Follow-Up: A Review

42 citations , July 2010 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Dermatoscopy and videodermatoscopy are useful and reliable for tracking treatment progress in various skin conditions.

research Phosphodiesterase (PDE) Inhibitors for the Treatment of Inflammatory Skin Conditions

January 2018 in “Springer eBooks”

PDE inhibitors, especially PDE4 inhibitors like apremilast, are effective for certain inflammatory skin conditions but have side effects and can be costly.

research Anthralin (Dithranol) in Dermatology

31 citations , September 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Anthralin is effective for psoriasis and alopecia with minimal systemic side effects but can irritate the skin.

research Calcipotriene/Betamethasone in the Treatment of Psoriasis: A Review Article

24 citations , August 2009 in “Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy”

The combination of calcipotriene and betamethasone is more effective and has fewer side effects for treating psoriasis.

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community Losing a ton consistently after 8 months dut please help me I don’t know what to do anymore, nothing works

in Chat 76 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Suggestions include consulting a specialist, considering RU58841, and checking for other conditions and vitamin deficiencies.

community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

in Research/Science 65 upvotes 2 years ago

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

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in Question 2 upvotes 7 years ago

MSM is discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Some users report faster hair and nail growth, while others question its credibility due to lack of scientific evidence.

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in Satire 1374 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, ass hair transplant, topical Viagra, castration, and transitioning to female. A user mentions an experimental drug called M4U-5 (Mousteride) that turns you into a mouse.

community Unexpected Hair Growth

7 upvotes 8 years ago

A 24-year-old male experienced unexpected hair growth and improved skin and nails after adding daily vegetable juices, including carrot, spinach, celery, and beet, to his diet. He is not using any other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.

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