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research Management of ‘refractory’ skin disease in patients with lupus erythematosus
The document concludes that treating tough skin disease in lupus involves sun protection, steroids, antimalarials, and various other therapies chosen based on individual risks and benefits.
research Treatment of Refractory Segmental Vitiligo and Alopecia Areata in a Child with Upadacitinib and NB-UVB: A Case Report
Upadacitinib and narrowband UVB effectively treated a child's vitiligo and alopecia areata.
research Refractory pruritic Fox-Fordyce disease successfully treated with botulinum toxin type A
Botox injections may be a safe and effective way to treat severe, itchy skin disease when other treatments fail.
research The use of biodegradable microneedle patches to increase penetration of topical steroid for prurigo nodularis.
Biodegradable microneedle patches help topical steroids work better for prurigo nodularis.
research Current management strategies for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
The document concludes that treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma should be customized to each patient's disease stage, balancing benefits and side effects, with no cure but many patients living long lives.
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5 / 26 resultscommunity Stop the fear mongering of oral minoxidil its one of the best treatments available in 2020. It does not cause heart lesions or adverse cardiac effects like people claim. I am maintaining with just oral minoxidil with retrograde alopecia and diffuse thinning all over nw3 hairline
Oral minoxidil is considered a safe and effective treatment for hair loss at low dosages, with minimal cardiac risks. Users report positive results, though some experience side effects like increased heart rate and skin changes, and consulting a doctor is advised.
community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
community fin 0.5 mg everday 6 months update
The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hair thinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.
community PP405: The Ultimate Hair Loss Drug for Complete Hair Growth
PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in phase 2 trials that may promote hair growth by increasing lactate production and activating hair follicle stem cells. It could potentially replace hormone-disrupting treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
community Blaming Finasteride doesn't help you solve anything: dry eyes
Finasteride is debated for causing dry eyes, with some users experiencing relief after stopping it, while others find no connection. Topical treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil are suggested as alternatives, with advice to consult medical professionals.