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GlossaryCarotenoderma

yellow-orange skin discoloration from eating too many carotenoid-rich foods

Carotenoderma, also known as carotenemia, is a condition characterized by yellow-orange discoloration of the skin, particularly on the palms and soles. This occurs due to excessive consumption of carotenoid-rich foods like carrots, sweet potatoes, and pumpkins, leading to elevated levels of carotenoids in the blood. The condition is harmless and can be reversed by adjusting dietary intake.

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research Dermatologic Signs in Patients with Eating Disorders

130 citations , January 2005 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

Eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia cause skin problems, and dermatologists can help detect these disorders early for better treatment outcomes.

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48 citations , September 2009 in “Dermato-endocrinology”

Anorexia nervosa can cause skin problems, which may help with early diagnosis and usually improve with treatment.

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5 citations , April 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”

Dermatologists can help detect and manage eating disorders by recognizing skin changes.

research Cutaneous Signs of Malnutrition Secondary to Eating Disorders

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Eating disorders can cause skin problems, which may help with early diagnosis and treatment.

research Skin Signs due to Starvation

June 2012 in “Springer eBooks”

Skin changes can indicate starvation and nutritional deficiencies in anorexia nervosa.

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community Betacaroten and hairloss? Make it better or Worse?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 4 years ago

Betacarotene's effect on hair loss is discussed, with concerns about excessive vitamin A. The user also questions if 15mg melatonin impacts vitamin A levels.

community What is this pigmentation around my follicles?

in Chat 29 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses potential causes of pigmentation around hair follicles, suggesting sebum buildup, autoimmune conditions, or dermatitis. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with a recommendation to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.

community scarring alopecia awareness in this community

in Chat 33 upvotes 3 years ago

Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Correlation between topical retinoids and diffuse hair loss

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 4 years ago

Excess Vitamin A and topical retinoids can cause diffuse hair shedding. The user suspects their chronic telogen effluvium may be linked to using adapalene, a topical retinoid.

community Unexpected Hair Growth

5 upvotes 9 years ago

A 24-year-old male experienced unexpected hair growth and improved skin and nails after adding daily vegetable juices, including carrot, spinach, celery, and beet, to his diet. He is not using any other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.

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