11 citations
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December 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”
This article examines the emerging role of dermoscopy in skin cancer diagnosis and reports no new clinical findings; the authors highlight its potential to enhance dermatological practice.
This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome reported significantly higher levels of psychological symptoms, such as depression and anxiety, compared to healthy controls, with higher stress and lower self-efficacy linked to increased symptom severity.
16 citations
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January 2015 in “Annals of Dermatology”
In this study, trichoscopic features aiding differential diagnosis of alopecia in Korean patients were found to be similar to those in Caucasians, but pigment pattern frequencies differed due to racial characteristics.
The conversation humorously suggests that drug use might be more effective for hair retention than traditional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. It attributes full heads of hair in homeless individuals to lifestyle factors like reduced stress or hormonal changes.
1 mg of finasteride is commonly prescribed because it is more effective for a larger number of people compared to lower doses, despite only slightly reducing serum DHT more than 0.2 mg. Serum DHT and scalp DHT are different, and 1 mg is believed to reduce scalp DHT more effectively, contributing to better hair growth results.
PP405 updates are seen as vague and lacking substance, causing frustration among users. Some users report positive effects from using minoxidil and dutasteride, while others remain skeptical about new treatments.
Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.
The conversation discusses the use of microneedling as a complementary treatment for hair loss alongside oral minoxidil and dutasteride. Opinions vary on its effectiveness, with some users supporting its benefits for hair growth and others questioning its efficacy without topical minoxidil.