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    GlossaryDermatillomania

    compulsive skin picking disorder causing tissue damage and distress

    Dermatillomania, also known as Excoriation Disorder or Compulsive Skin Picking, is a mental health condition characterized by the repetitive and compulsive picking of one's own skin, often leading to tissue damage, scarring, and significant distress or impairment in daily functioning. This behavior is often driven by anxiety or stress and can be associated with other disorders such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Treatment typically involves cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and, in some cases, medication.

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      community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.

      community My skin is always dry and flakes like chalk (25)

      in Transgender  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.

      community Vicious male pattern baldness TINGLING ITCH!

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user struggles with male pattern baldness and a persistent tingling itch on their crown, trying various treatments like aloe vera, tea tree oil, and Nizoral without success. Another user suggests the itch might be psychosomatic, linked to worrying about hair loss.

      community Scalp, eyebrow, eyelash and pubic hair loss.

       7 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss on the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, and pubic area, along with itchy, flaky skin and red patches. They have a history of eczema and dermatitis and suspect that stopping shampoo use and taking Ritalin may have contributed to the issue.

      community The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.