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      Acne and Systemic Diseases

      research Acne and Systemic Diseases

      1 citations , November 2015 in “European medical journal”
      Acne is common and can be linked to various systemic health conditions and syndromes.
      Acne-Associated Syndromes

      research Acne-Associated Syndromes

      January 2019 in “Springer eBooks”
      Acne is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, and is associated with various syndromes that require different treatments.
      Acne as a Chronic Systemic Disease

      research Acne as a chronic systemic disease

      71 citations , November 2013 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Acne is a chronic disease linked to various systemic conditions and has significant psychological and social effects.

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      community My skin is always dry and flakes like chalk (25)

      in Transgender  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.

      community biotin leads to acne and sebum on scalp ??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      User is experiencing increased sebum, dandruff, and acne after taking a supplement containing biotin, iron, zinc, and calcium pantothenate along with finasteride. They are questioning if biotin is the cause and whether they should stop taking it.

      community Autoimmune issue?

      in Question  2 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user experienced severe hair loss, itchy scalp, and skin issues after trying no-shampoo, and wonders if it's male pattern baldness or an immune issue. They have a history of eczema, dermatitis, and jock itch, and have tried various treatments like coconut oil, peppermint, pumpkin seed, and onion.

      community Hair Loss & Lipids: Why you have sebderm, folliculitis, LPP, inflammation, etc...

      in Research/Science  131 upvotes 1 year ago
      Excess sebum rich in cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to hair loss through inflammation, with treatments like Ciclopirox shampoo, Benzoyl Peroxide shampoo, and Clindamycin gel recommended for managing conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis. Pioglitazone is suggested for Lichen Planopilaris, while Omega-3s and reducing processed foods may improve sebum quality, though genetic factors play a significant role.