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    Glossary Preventive Care

    measures taken to prevent diseases before they occur

    Preventive Care, also known as Preventive Medicine, involves measures taken to prevent diseases, rather than treating them once they occur. This includes regular check-ups, screenings, vaccinations, and lifestyle counseling to reduce risk factors and detect health issues early, thereby improving long-term health outcomes.

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      community Passive/preventative anti-DHT haircare routine?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses preventative hair care measures for hair loss, focusing on non-prescription treatments like rosemary, peppermint, castor oils, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. It also touches on the use of finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for those experiencing hair loss.

      community Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack

       48 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.

      community How to microneedle without infection

      in Microneedling  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling can cause infections if not done carefully; users suggest using alcohol swabs and reducing needle depth to avoid issues. Proper sanitation and gentle pressure are key to preventing bleeding and infection.

      community Why is Robert M Davis, CEO of Merck, bald?

       277 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Robert M Davis, CEO of Merck, is bald because treatments like finasteride are not cures but preventative measures, and he likely started balding before these treatments were available. Many believe he doesn't care about being bald due to his wealth and success, which make hair less significant.

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