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research Cutaneous sarcoidosis masquerading as papular amyloidosis revealed post--hair removal
Skin problems after waxing led to a sarcoidosis diagnosis.
research Localized Primary Cutaneous Nodular Amyloidosis in a Patient With Paraproteinemia
An elderly man with skin amyloidosis and abnormal blood proteins was monitored without finding widespread disease after 18 months.
research Primary localized cutaneous amyloidosis presenting as pigmented papules over pinna
Pigmented papules on the ear can be a rare skin condition called cutaneous amyloidosis, treatable with topical tretinoin.
research Keratinic amyloid deposition in canine hair follicle tumors
Some canine hair follicle tumors contain amyloid deposits, with a protein called CK5 involved in their formation.
research Pre‐ and Paraneoplastic Syndromes
Some skin conditions in pets can signal cancer or may develop into cancer, and monitoring or treating these can help detect or manage the disease.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity How do you use rosemary oil and peppermint oil?
Rosemary oil and peppermint oil may promote hair growth and increase cutaneous blood flow, showing promise as treatments for androgenetic alopecia. Minoxidil 2% is also used for treating hair loss.
community Scientific evidence for Peppermint & Rosemary oils + My Experience
Natural treatments for hair loss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.
community Does ketokonazole on its own improve androgenetic alopecia?
Ketoconazole can slightly improve hair density and is best used as an adjunct to treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. It helps with scalp health but won't stop androgenetic alopecia on its own.
community 41/M Seeking Advice on Alternatives to Fin/Dut Due to Gyno
A 41-year-old South Asian individual feels hopeless about hair loss and cannot use oral finasteride or dutasteride due to existing gynecomastia. They are seeking advice on alternative treatments.
community 22M Considering Finasteride: Receding Hairline Concerns and Stability
A 22-year-old is considering starting finasteride for hair loss, questioning if their hairline is stable or if treatment is needed. They shared images of their hairline, which has been the same since their teenage years.