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research Cutaneous toxicities of new targeted cancer therapies: must know for diagnosis, management, and patient-proxy empowerment

7 citations , October 2019 in “Annals of palliative medicine”

This review examines the incidence and management of dermatologic adverse effects from FDA-approved oral targeted cancer therapies, highlighting frequent occurrences like rashes and rarer severe conditions such as Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.

research Repurposing of Various Current Medicines as Radioprotective Agents

April 2022 in “Anti-cancer agents in medicinal chemistry”

In this literature review, researchers compiled evidence on repurposed synthetic radioprotective agents, including metformin and simvastatin, that have demonstrated potential in mitigating the side effects of radiotherapy in cancer treatment.

research Alopecia as a systemic disease

7 citations , July 2019 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

This review discusses various systemic diseases associated with secondary alopecia and reports no new clinical findings; it emphasizes the importance of addressing underlying conditions and using diagnostic tools like trichoscopy and histopathology.

research A Case of a 50-Year-Old Female with Dermatomyositis Secondary to a Paraneoplasm (Infiltrating Ductal Carcinoma, Grade 2)

February 2024 in “Journal of dermatology research reviews & reports”

In this case report, a rare occurrence of Paraneoplastic Dermatomyositis following breast cancer was observed in a 50-year-old woman, indicating the importance of multidisciplinary approaches for identifying underlying malignancies when Dermatomyositis presents as a primary symptom.

research Multiple skin cancers in a patient within 1 year of allogeneic haematopoietic cell transplant for chronic lymphocytic leukaemia

1 citations , February 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology”

This case report details a patient who developed multiple skin cancers within one year of receiving an allogeneic haematopoietic cell transplant for chronic lymphocytic leukaemia.

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learn Hair Transplant

What is a hair transplant? A hair transplant is a surgical procedure that relocates hair follicles to areas of thinning.

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community Could male-pattern baldness have a secondary photobiological function? The Solar Window Hypothesis

11 upvotes 1 month ago

Male-pattern baldness might increase UVB exposure on the scalp, potentially affecting vitamin D and skeletal health. The hypothesis is debated, with some seeing it as a minor benefit in specific contexts.

community I Guess balding is cured so should we close subreddit and move to hairstyling photos 😁 Botox-like nerve blocking reveals potential way to fully regenerate skin without scarring

6 months ago

Baldness is difficult to cure because current treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil only prevent hair shedding, and new developments are mostly ineffective. Botox shows potential in aiding skin regeneration and hair growth, but maintenance therapy with treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil may still be necessary.

community Finasteride and “anti-aging” effects

in Treatment 218 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride may help users look younger by suppressing DHT, affecting skin and hair. Users also emphasize skincare, sunscreen, and lifestyle for maintaining a youthful appearance.

community Topical dutasteride significantly outperforms oral finasteride

in Research/Science 65 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical dutasteride 0.05% is reported to outperform oral finasteride with minimal side effects, but concerns about study bias exist due to company funding. Some users report mixed results with topical dutasteride, noting issues with skin penetration and systemic absorption.

community 2 years of Androgen inhibition.

144 upvotes 1 year ago

A 23-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and spironolactone to combat hair loss and hormonal acne, with mixed results and concerns about side effects. The user is experimenting with spironolactone despite its potential risks, hoping for skin and body hair improvements.

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