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5 / 37 resultslearn Mesotherapy
technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp
learn Dutasteride
Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
learn Ketoconazole
antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo
learn Alopecia Areata
autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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research Practice Gaps: Trichoscopy in Clinical Care
Doctors don't use trichoscopy enough, even though it's good for diagnosing hair problems.
research Tinea Capitis
Tinea capitis is a common scalp infection causing hair loss, mostly in young children.
research Hair Disorders
Different hair disorders have specific treatments and outcomes, with some resolving on their own and others requiring medication or emotional support.
research A Rare Case of Tinea Capitis in Morocco Due to Trichophyton Tonsurans
A Moroccan athlete got a rare scalp infection, stressing the need for better hygiene in sports.
research Visual Diagnosis: An Adolescent Male With Severe Facial Swelling and Scalp Infection
The boy had severe facial swelling and scalp infection after using his mother's shampoo.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Boys I am just a gonner. What on earth is my scalp even going through. Looks like world war 3. Pyril 3 months. Topical melitonin/progesterone/fin, dut, fin, oral min, laser trash, anus stimulation. Nothing. Donor area is decimated 😂.
Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.
community Whats this thing on my scalp I tried killing it for over a year with salicylic acid and freeze off but it doesn’t help. Could this thing affect my follicles ? My hairloss started when this thing grew and minoxidil and fin haven’t been doing anything any other treatments?
A user's scalp issue that may be causing their hair loss and potential treatments, such as salicylic acid, finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and visiting a dermatologist.
community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)
A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.
community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil
A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.
community Are there a lot of young folks here on fin?
Young people who have used finasteride and minoxidil to treat hair loss, with generally positive results reported by those taking the treatments.