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Coal tar shampoo increases enzyme activity in hair follicles, enhancing carcinogen binding to DNA.
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Human hair follicles can assess carcinogen metabolism and imidazole compounds might be effective anticarcinogens.
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Dandruff can affect confidence and should be treated with proper shampoos or medical advice.
research Case 1: Intractable Rash in a 7-month-old Boy
The 7-month-old boy has a persistent rash that doesn't improve with typical skin treatments.
research A 30-Year-Old Man with Recurrent Scaling and Itching of the Scalp
A man has a common skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis, treated with special shampoos and sometimes medication.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Don’t know what is happening to me
The user experienced significant hair improvement with minoxidil and finasteride but later faced shedding and diffused thinning after developing seborrheic dermatitis. They are seeking advice after trying treatments like ketoconazole, coal tar shampoos, fluconazole, and hydrocortisone cream.
community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL
Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
community [SAD UPDATE] 11 Months Topical Finasteride on TrichoSol - Hair got worse - Need Opinions
A user expressed disappointment that their hair loss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.
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 No shedding but temples & frontal receeding
A 24-year-old male started using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noticing reduced hair fall but continued temple and frontal recession. He uses both oral and topical minoxidil, biotin, vitamin D, and coal tar shampoo, and experiences rare heart palpitations.