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GlossaryBurning Sensation

feeling of warmth or heat that can be painful

A burning sensation refers to a feeling of warmth or heat that can be uncomfortable or painful, often described as a stinging or tingling sensation. In the context of hair and scalp health, it can be a symptom of conditions like scalp psoriasis, dermatitis, or even an allergic reaction to hair products. This sensation may also be associated with nerve damage or irritation, which can occur in cases of alopecia or other scalp disorders.

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community Burning sensation and acne along temples accompanied by aggressive recession. On 0.5mg dut, 1.25mg fin EOD, and oral min 5mg daily.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced temple recession, shedding, and acne while on 0.5mg dutasteride, 1.25mg finasteride every other day, and 5mg oral minoxidil daily. They are considering switching treatments due to worsening symptoms and are contemplating using a topical anti-androgen like RU58841.

community Burning/itching sensation & terrible tenderness on scalp accompanied with heavy shedding

in Treatment 1 upvotes 9 months ago

The user is experiencing increased hair shedding, scalp sensitivity, and itching despite using finasteride for four months, and has tried various shampoos without relief. They are advised to consult a dermatologist for potential scarring alopecia and consider other treatments like adding Dutasteride.

community topicals after microneedling cause burning sensation

in Microneedling 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling followed by applying green tea caused a burning sensation on the scalp. The user is seeking advice on whether this reaction is normal.

community Is fin not working for me? Burning sensation

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is experiencing a burning sensation on their scalp despite using finasteride and nizoral for hair loss, and is unsure if they should switch to dutasteride. They have reduced their testosterone dose but the burning persists, and a trichologist suggested it might be telogen effluvium.

community 21M on Finasteride Since March: Scalp Pimples and Burning - Could It Be Fungus?

in General 60 upvotes 6 months ago

A 21-year-old male used 1mg of finasteride since March with no results and suspects a scalp fungus due to pimples and burning sensations. He is seeking advice on treating the potential fungus.

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research Cutaneous and Ocular Late Complications of Sulfur Mustard in Iranian Veterans

94 citations , January 2007 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology”

Iranian veterans exposed to sulfur mustard suffer from long-term skin itching and eye damage, with some risk of skin cancer and ongoing management challenges.

Efficacy of Tip Cryotherapy in the Treatment of Idiopathic Guttate Hypomelanosis: A Randomized, Controlled, Evaluator-Blinded Study

research Efficacy of tip cryotherapy in the treatment of idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis (IGH): a randomized, controlled, evaluator-blinded study

11 citations , August 2016 in “Journal of dermatological treatment”

Tip cryotherapy effectively treats idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis with minimal side effects.

The Pathological Culprit of Neuropathic Skin Pain in Long COVID-19 Patients: A Case Series

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