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    GlossaryTopical Antifungals

    medications applied to skin to treat fungal infections

    Topical antifungals are medications applied directly to the skin to treat fungal infections. These treatments, which can come in the form of creams, ointments, or lotions, work by killing or inhibiting the growth of fungi that cause conditions like athlete's foot, ringworm, and yeast infections.

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      in Treatment  42 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

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      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP struggles with scalp flakes causing hair loss and has tried Selsun Blue, Ketoconazole, and ZPT Shampoo without success. Suggestions include using salicylic acid shampoo, shaving the head, using Nizoral, and combining treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

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