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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch A systematic review and meta-analysis on the effects of the ultra-pulse CO2 fractional laser in the treatment of depressed acne scars
Ultra-pulse CO2 fractional laser improves acne scars with minimal side effects and faster healing.
research Safety and efficacy of CO2 dot matrix laser combined with platelet‐rich plasma on depressed scar after acne vulgaris and influencing factors of its repair effect: A retrospective analysis
Combining CO2 laser with platelet-rich plasma is more effective for treating acne scars than laser alone.
research Clinical and histopathological characteristics in patients with scarring folliculitis type of acne inversa
Scarring folliculitis type of acne inversa is linked to specific symptoms and lifestyle factors like smoking and being overweight.
research Alterations in epidermal stem cells within the pilosebaceous unit in atrophic acne scars
Inflammatory acne damages skin stem cells and reduces their growth, leading to atrophic acne scars.
research Subcision: A Further Modification, an Ever Continuing Process
New subcision technique with a bent needle and syringe improves ease, effectiveness, and comfort for treating acne scars.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity So depressed and upset with how much progress I’ve lost
A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.
community Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?
Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.
community So I tried the natural approach and..
Natural DHT blockers caused negative side effects like weak erections and depression, while finasteride improved overall well-being and cleared acne. Users shared similar experiences, finding finasteride effective without the adverse effects of natural treatments.
community Started Finasteride almost three months ago and I'm upset
A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.
community Debunking the "Adverse metabolic consequences of dutasteride"
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride, has neuroprotective benefits, and may prevent acne. Despite initial concerns about metabolic effects, further research suggests it is safe for most users, especially if not hypogonadal.