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    GlossaryDermatitis (skin inflammation)

    inflammation of the skin causing redness and itching

    Dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a general term for inflammation of the skin characterized by redness, swelling, itching, and sometimes blistering or oozing. It can be caused by various factors, including allergic reactions, irritants, genetic predisposition, or underlying medical conditions. Treatment often involves avoiding triggers, using moisturizers, and applying topical corticosteroids or other medications to reduce inflammation.

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      community 1 year of treating my seb derm + minoxidil + microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  63 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user treated seborrheic dermatitis and hair loss with a routine including sulfate-free tea tree oil shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil foam, microneedling, and supplements like Omega-3 and Vitamin-D. They experienced significant hair shedding initially but saw improvement over a year.

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      in Progress Pictures  264 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil 5% twice a day, and microneedling 3-4 times a week. They reported no side effects from finasteride and are pleased with the results, feeling more confident and maintaining a new hair baseline.

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      User has seen no improvement after 4 years of using minoxidil and finasteride, and recently started dutasteride. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.