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research The ethical foundations of patient-centered care in aesthetic medicine
This review discusses the ethical challenges in aesthetic medicine related to practice boundaries, specialist training, and the influence of social media, and reports no new findings.
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This abstract discusses maintaining patient-centered care in a busy clinic environment with a diverse workforce, providing an overview but reporting no new clinical results.
research INTERDISCIPLINARY PATIENT PATHWAY FOR ALOPECIA: COORDINATING MEDICAL THERAPY, TRICHOLOGICAL CARE AND VISUAL SUPPORT
This abstract does not report results, instead, it explores the often personal and emotional experience of noticing hair loss, noting the lack of clear medical symptoms and the potential social impact, which can lead to confusion about seeking appropriate medical care.
research Dermatologic care of patients with differences of sex development
This article discusses the teratogenic risks of skin condition treatments for individuals with DSD and notes that testosterone replacement, often used in this population, may cause acne.
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6 / 801 results- How should I care for my hair after a hair transplant? Follow your doctor's aftercare instructions, avoid sun exposure, and use gentle shampoo.
- What are the post-operative care requirements for a hair transplant? Avoid strenuous activities, follow prescribed medications, and keep the area clean and protected.
- What are the pre-operative and post-operative care instructions for a hair transplant? Clinics commonly advise stopping smoking and alcohol 1-2 weeks before a hair transplant and pausing over-the-counter aspirin or ibuprofen beforehand, then following the clinic's own post-op routine. Never stop a blood thinner a doctor prescribed you without that doctor's approval.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity I got two hair transplants in Istanbul, one was good and one was bad, this is what I learned
A user shared their experience with two hair transplants in Istanbul, highlighting the importance of choosing clinics with a low doctor-to-patient ratio, ISHRS membership, thorough consultations, and reliable aftercare. They emphasized the significance of PRP shots post-procedure and advised careful selection of clinics, especially for crown procedures, due to limited donor area opportunities.
community Be very careful about the Sule clinic-Turkey
Be cautious of Sule clinic in Turkey; they allegedly use non-doctors for hair transplants and manipulate online reviews. It's important to research thoroughly and ensure qualified professionals are involved in your treatment.
community Be careful ordering from Umbrella Labs.
A user experienced issues with an order from Umbrella Labs, initially not receiving their product, PP405, and facing poor customer service, but eventually received the order after posting about it. Other users also reported similar problems with incomplete orders and lack of communication from the company.
community Be careful when switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride because for more efficacy.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride may be more effective for hair regrowth due to dutasteride's stronger enzyme inhibition, but combining both drugs could enhance results. Some users report better outcomes with dutasteride, while others recommend a gradual transition to prevent potential hair loss.
community I don't care if it's thin, I'm keeping it long. 2 yr HT, 1 yr Fin
OP underwent a hair transplant (HT) and has been using finasteride for one year. Despite having thin hair, OP is happy with the results and feels more confident.
