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    GlossarySkin Atrophy (skin thinning)

    thinning of skin layers, increasing fragility and transparency

    Skin atrophy, also known as skin thinning or dermal atrophy, refers to the thinning of the skin layers, including the epidermis and dermis. This condition can result from aging, prolonged use of topical corticosteroids, or certain medical conditions, leading to increased fragility, transparency, and a higher risk of injury or tearing.

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      community New approach: oral and topical min

      in Progress Pictures 11 months ago
      The user is trying a new hair loss treatment combining 1.25 mg oral minoxidil with a daily topical solution containing hydrocortisone, tretinoin, 8% minoxidil, and 0.025% finasteride. They aim to maintain their current hair before considering a hair transplant in Istanbul.

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      in Product  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A dermatologist prescribed Betnovate scalp, a corticosteroid, for a 21-year-old male's hair loss due to DHT. The individual is considering using Nizoral shampoo, topical finasteride, a derma roller, and minoxidil, but is unsure about the effectiveness of two other products suggested by the dermatologist.

      community Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 2 days ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.

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      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old has been using finasteride since around age 22 and is considering starting oral minoxidil due to scalp issues. They are concerned about the effectiveness of starting minoxidil at their current age and the impact of scalp redness on hair growth. Another person suggests that starting minoxidil at any time is fine but warns about the commitment required, as stopping it will result in losing regrown hair, unlike finasteride which slows hair loss progression.