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GlossaryContraindications

situations where a treatment should not be used due to harm

Contraindications refer to specific situations or conditions where a particular treatment, medication, or procedure should not be used because it may be harmful to the person. For example, if someone is allergic to a certain drug, that drug would be contraindicated for them. In the context of hair treatments, a contraindication might be a scalp infection that would make certain chemical treatments unsafe.

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research Contraindications of Using Fractional CO₂ Laser in the Treatment of Aesthetic Disorders: A Narrative Review

January 2025 in “Journal of Biosciences and Medicines”

Careful patient selection is crucial for safe and effective fractional CO2 laser therapy.

research Hair Transplant with Strip Harvest: Indications, Contraindications, and Technique

3 citations , October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery”

Strip harvest hair transplants produce natural-looking results and have a high success rate with minimal damage to hair follicles.

research Patient factors influencing dermal filler complications: prevention, assessment, and treatment

126 citations , April 2015 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology”

Choosing the right patients, using proper techniques, and having thorough knowledge are key to preventing and managing dermal filler complications.

International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health Clinical Practice Guideline for the Use of Systemic Testosterone for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Women

research International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health Clinical Practice Guideline for the Use of Systemic Testosterone for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Women

30 citations , April 2021 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine”

Testosterone therapy can help postmenopausal women with low sexual desire if monitored carefully.

research Laser Hair Reduction and Removal

14 citations , May 2011 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

Laser hair removal is effective for dark hair but needs improvement for nonpigmented or fine hairs.

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