research Managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Primary Care
Primary care for PCOS focuses on lifestyle changes, medication based on symptoms, and mental health, with diabetes screening and specialist referral for severe cases.
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research Hair Loss in an Adolescent: A Case Study of a 13-Year-Old Girl with Alopecia Areata
The girl with autoimmune hair loss might regrow hair within a year, and treatments can help but not prevent recurrence; dermatologist referral and corticosteroids are recommended.
research Initial Office Evaluation of Hair Loss in Adult Women
Up to half of adult women may experience hair loss, and doctors should use medical history, exams, and tests to find the cause and treat it.
research Assessing Diagnostic Skill in Dermatology: A Comparison Between General Practitioners and Dermatologists
Dermatologists are more accurate than general practitioners in diagnosing skin conditions, especially skin cancer.
research Dermatological History and Examination
A thorough skin history and examination are essential for diagnosing and treating skin conditions effectively.
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5 / 308 resultscommunity Bad experience at Dermatologist
A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hair transplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date treatments.
community M26, 6 months progress pictures, Finasteride only
A man, 26 years old, showed significant hair regrowth after 6 months using only Finasteride, with before and after photos for comparison. Many users expressed surprise at the effectiveness of Finasteride and some planned to start or had already started the treatment, while the original poster reported no side effects.
community Derms are so useless, how did they even get to be in these positions with all these academic years when random internet dwellers know more than them?
The conversation is about frustration with dermatologists not effectively treating hair loss and the difficulty in obtaining prescriptions for Minoxidil and Finasteride. Some users suggest seeing specialists or general practitioners for hair loss treatment, while others share their own experiences with dermatologists and the importance of doing personal research.
community 2 dermatologists I went to didn't want to prescribe me finasteride
User 36 years old, receding hairline, tried minoxidil, Nizoral, dermarolling, alfatradiol, revivogen, and spiro cream with limited success. Two dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride. Others shared experiences and suggested finding a different dermatologist.
community Female diffuse hair loss on spiro with irregular periods (photos) + genetic hair loss
A 34-year-old woman is experiencing diffuse hair loss and irregular periods, possibly due to long-term spironolactone use. She is considering minoxidil and finasteride for treatment and seeking medical advice for androgenic alopecia and hormonal imbalances.