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Glossary Opportunistic Infections

illnesses caused by pathogens exploiting weakened immune systems

Opportunistic infections are illnesses caused by pathogens that take advantage of a weakened immune system, which would not typically cause disease in a healthy individual. These infections are common in people with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS, undergoing chemotherapy, or taking immunosuppressive drugs.

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research Opportunistic pathogenic fungal co-infections are prevalent in critically ill COVID-19 patients: Are they risk factors for disease severity?

17 citations , October 2020 in “South African Medical Journal”

This review highlights that fungal co-infections, notably with Aspergillus and Candida, are common in hospitalized COVID-19 patients, but their impact on disease outcomes remains unclear, indicating a need for further research.

research P‐59  Three cases of opportunistic dermatoses associated with internal diseases in cats

August 2004 in “Veterinary Dermatology”

This case series described opportunistic skin conditions in three diabetic cats with additional immunosuppressive diseases, highlighting various treatments and outcomes, including a notable demodicosis recovery.

research The impact of human immunodeficiency virus-related diseases on pigmented skin types

7 citations , October 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This article describes how HIV-related skin disorders vary in presentation among pigmented skin types and highlights challenges in their diagnosis due to atypical disease manifestations.

research The dermatology consultant: A retrospective analysis of inpatient dermatology

3 citations , May 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Dermatologists greatly affect inpatient diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, especially in spotting infections in patients with weakened immune systems.

research Analysis of the scalp of women with AIDS subjected to autopsy: epithelial, follicular, and immunologic aspects

3 citations , August 2012 in “Annals of Diagnostic Pathology”

This study found that women with AIDS had significantly reduced epithelial thickness and more telogen hair follicles on the scalp compared to women without AIDS.

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community Why isn't anyone using Way-316606? If it works then it grows a full head of hair back on most people

in Treatment 134 upvotes 1 year ago

Way-316606 is considered a potential hair loss treatment but is avoided due to safety concerns and lack of research. Minoxidil and Finasteride are preferred as established treatments.

community Upcoming treatment ideas in the future

11 upvotes 1 year ago

Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.

community I was wrong about Dutastride. Let the I told you so comments rain in.

76 upvotes 11 months ago

Switching from dutasteride to finasteride caused increased hair loss, dandruff, depression, and erectile dysfunction. The user plans to return to dutasteride, possibly with minoxidil, and is considering dosing strategies to manage side effects and regrowth.

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