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research Keratosis Pilaris Is a Keratinization of Hair Follicles
Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition where hair follicles get clogged with keratin, mostly on the arms and thighs.
research Acne Protection: Measures and Miseries
Acne can be treated but may cause emotional distress and mental health issues.
research Erythromelanosis Follicularis Faciei: First Case Report from Saudi Arabia
A 17-year-old in Saudi Arabia was diagnosed with a rare skin condition causing red-brown facial patches.
research Skin iconography analysis of traumatic anserine folliculosis: Skin image feature of TAF
TAF can be identified by excessive skin thickening and clogged hair follicles, helping distinguish it from similar skin conditions.
research The pathogenesis of acne: How might azelaic acid act?
Azelaic acid may help treat acne by killing bacteria, reducing inflammation, and preventing clogged pores.
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5 / 67 resultscommunity New baby hairs are popping out. Question though: what are these black dots on hairline? Clogged pores?
The user is experiencing new hair growth after using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, but is concerned about black dots on the hairline, which might be clogged pores or dormant follicles. The user previously used a topical minoxidil/finasteride spray and had good results, despite a shedding phase after switching treatments.
community Oral Minoxidil - Multiple Facial Hair in One Follicle / Pili Multigemini Question
Oral minoxidil can cause multiple facial hairs to grow from one follicle, known as Pili Multigemini, leading to ingrown hairs and zits. Users report increased facial and body hair growth, with some experiencing fewer issues after switching to dutasteride.
community Dht kills hair, but no one says why?
DHT affects hair follicles, contributing to hair loss, but the exact mechanism is unclear. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, though they may have side effects and varying effectiveness.
community Hair and plants analogy and dht (serious)
Hair loss may be linked to DHT, which can both suppress and increase inflammation, potentially as a defense mechanism. Treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed, but the exact cause of hair loss remains unclear.
community I regret not starting Fin sooner. Even the color of my hair got so much stronger. Crazy!
The conversation is about using finasteride (Fin) for hair loss, with the original poster expressing regret for not starting it sooner due to improved hair color and strength. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, noting varying results and side effects.