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5 / 21 resultscommunity Bought a USB Microscope to check my scalp, it's oily and gets very flakey after a shower, is this inflammation? It has some orange spots
The conversation discusses scalp issues like oiliness, flakiness, and orange spots, possibly indicating inflammation. The user mentions using a USB microscope to examine their scalp.
community trichoscopy: for those of you with microscopes
The conversation discusses using USB microscopes for scalp photos and provides a link to an overview of trichoscopy. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Is it safe to mix ketoconazole 2% shampoo with coal Tar+ salicylic acid for seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp??
Mixing ketoconazole 2% shampoo with coal tar and salicylic acid for seborrheic dermatitis is discussed, with users sharing experiences and alternative treatments like sulfur soap and scalp massage. Some users report success with these methods, emphasizing the importance of avoiding irritants and maintaining scalp health.
community 1 Year after TE. Scarred scalp
Hair loss after telogen effluvium (TE) with thinning and possible scarring, treated with 5 mg oral minoxidil. Concerns about scarring alopecia and lack of regrowth, with suggestions to consider finasteride for better results.
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5 / 138 resultsresearch High-magnification universal serial bus dermoscopy: A convenient alternative to direct microscopic examination
USB videodermatoscopes are a practical and affordable alternative for diagnosing skin conditions.
research Utility of trichoscopy to diagnose early female pattern hair loss in resource-poor setting: A cross-sectional study
In this study, researchers found that a low-cost USB dermoscope can effectively detect microscopic hair changes associated with early female pattern hair loss, making it a useful tool for diagnosis even without expensive equipment or programs.
research A pilot study examining the educational impact of an evidence-based lymphedema booklet for newly diagnosed melanoma patients
This study suggests that while low-cost USB microscopes can correctly identify certain hair shaft features, their ability to detect other crucial trichoscopic features is limited, indicating they are not reliable for routine scalp assessments without further trials.
research The ProScope HR: A promising diagnostic tool
The ProScope HR is an effective, user-friendly, and affordable tool for diagnosing hair loss.
research Trichoscopy of Alopecia Areata: Hair Loss Feature Extraction and Computation Using Grid Line Selection and Eigenvalue
This paper introduces an algorithm for using smart device-mounted microscopes to analyze scalp images and diagnose hair loss by extracting specific hair loss features.
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