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    GlossaryPrimary Care Physicians (General Practitioners)

    medical doctors who provide first-contact and ongoing patient care

    Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) are medical doctors who serve as the first point of contact for patients seeking healthcare. They provide comprehensive care, including preventive services, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, and coordination of specialist care. PCPs often build long-term relationships with patients, managing overall health and guiding them through the healthcare system.

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      community Please do not get a Hair Transplant in Turkey

      in Transplants  859 upvotes 7 months ago
      Hair transplants in Turkey can be risky due to unqualified practitioners and high patient volumes, but some clinics offer good results if researched properly. It's crucial to choose a reputable clinic and doctor, as experiences vary widely.

      community Derms are so useless, how did they even get to be in these positions with all these academic years when random internet dwellers know more than them?

      in Chat  98 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hair loss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hair loss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.

      community Anyone got any regrowth with exosomes?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      Exosomes are being considered for hair regrowth after using finasteride and minoxidil, with skepticism about their effectiveness and high cost. Users discuss administration methods like injections and microneedling, but concerns about pricing and potential scams are prevalent.

      community Doctor told me not to take fin.

      in Transplants  18 upvotes 1 week ago
      A doctor advised against taking finasteride after a hair transplant, suggesting the patient had reached their final balding pattern, but many users disagreed, recommending medications like minoxidil and finasteride to prevent further hair loss. The consensus was to seek a second opinion, as the advice seemed financially motivated rather than medically sound.