research Extramammary Paget disease: Failure to respond to topical imiquimod 5%
This study reports that two elderly Asian men with primary scrotal extramammary Paget disease showed no response to a 4- to 6-month trial of topical imiquimod 5%.
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research Topical imiquimod—Be aware of the unexpected
A woman had a severe skin reaction from the drug imiquimod, used for skin cancer, highlighting the need for awareness of rare but serious side effects.
research A case report and literature review of delayed telogen effluvium after topical imiquimod use in treating a cervical high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion
This paper reports a rare case of telogen effluvium in a young woman following intravaginal imiquimod use without other severe systemic adverse events, resolving gradually over nine months.
research Senior Commentary to “Long-Term Follow-Up Results of Topical Imiquimod Treatment in Basal Cell Carcinoma”
This overview discusses the Dermatologic Surgery journal's extensive focus on various dermatologic surgical procedures and provides no new research findings.
research Topical and intralesional therapies for alopecia areata
This review discusses topical and intralesional treatments for alopecia areata, providing a management strategy based on patient age and disease severity, but reports no new clinical results.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Topical dutasteride + minox + oral fin 1mg/day
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using topical dutasteride, minoxidil, and oral finasteride 1mg/day. The user reports seeing new hair growth.
community Topical Tacrolimus For Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA)
Topical tacrolimus is being considered for androgenetic alopecia, though its effectiveness is unproven. Other treatments mentioned include minoxidil, dutasteride, cyclosporine, and teicoplanin, with discussions on blocking the prolactin receptor for hair growth.
community Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride progress, need some advice
The user has been using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for hair loss, seeing improvement in hairline and texture but struggling with crown growth and experiencing shedding. Suggestions include continuing the current regimen, considering oral minoxidil, microneedling, or waiting longer to assess results.
community Topical Finasterid application
The conversation discusses using topical finasteride (0.23%) for hairline and temples, with suggestions to mix it with minoxidil and use a hair oil applicator. The user is unsure whether to spray or use a dropper and whether to massage it in.
community Topical minoxidil + dermarolling gave me heart arrhythmia (PVCs) — sharing my experience, not trying to scare anyone
Using topical minoxidil with dermarolling can lead to heart arrhythmia due to increased absorption. Users report cardiac side effects, suggesting caution when combining these treatments.
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5 / 801 results- Topical or oral? Choosing between pills and lotions according to your case. Topical finasteride offers localized treatment with fewer systemic side effects than oral finasteride.
- Is topical cetirizine effective for androgenetic alopecia in women? Topical cetirizine is not an approved product and its use for female-pattern hair loss is off-label. The evidence is one small unblinded pilot study in mixed-sex patients and one randomized trial in 66 women where cetirizine was added to minoxidil; it is unproven on its own.
- How does topical Estradiol compare to oral Estradiol in treating alopecia? Topical estradiol delivers hormone to the scalp with less systemic exposure, but evidence is thin and it is still a hormone. It needs a doctor's supervision, and people with estrogen-sensitive cancers must not use it without medical approval.
- Does topical glycerin have any effect on hair thickness or follicle function? Topical glycerin primarily hydrates hair but does not increase thickness or follicle function.
- Can topical products with L-cysteine repair damaged hair or prevent breakage? Topical L-cysteine cannot effectively repair damaged hair or prevent breakage.
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