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research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp following topical ingenol mebutate for actinic keratoses
Two elderly men developed scalp inflammation after using a gel for skin lesions, which healed with treatment except for some permanent hair loss.
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Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp may not be as rare as previously thought.
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Break dancing on the head may cause a type of scarring hair loss that needs early treatment to prevent permanent damage.
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A woman developed permanent hair loss after a face-lift surgery despite various treatments.
research An ancestral recipe of “Champigny Saumure” to be used tepid by topical way could be useful to combat Patton-Lynch’s Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp
An old recipe called "Champigny Saumure" might help treat a rare scalp condition.
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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community 1mg fin daily. 1 month, 11 months, 1 year 2 months.
A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after using 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with minimal side effects. The user also mentioned taking biotin gummies and experiencing periods of shedding followed by thicker hair growth.
community Is There Any Chance Of Cancer In Follicle Neogenesis through Microneedling?
The conversation discusses concerns about the potential risk of cancer from creating new hair follicles through microneedling, due to stem cell division. Specific treatments mentioned include microneedling, caffeine-containing anti-hair loss shampoos, and other unspecified topicals.
community Are Derma Rollers Actually Harmful in the Long Run?
Derma rollers may cause scarring alopecia, leading some to prefer dermastamps or dermapens for microneedling. Combining minoxidil with microneedling is effective, but proper technique and healing time are essential to prevent damage.
community what could cause seemingly endless shedding while on Fin?
The user is experiencing continuous hair shedding after starting finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil. They are seeking advice on whether the shedding is normal or if it could be due to other factors like telogen effluvium.