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technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth
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the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil
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a potent but unapproved and potentially problematic topical anti-androgen
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a topical anti-androgen with less systemic involvement
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Dermatological Complications in Transplant Patients and Composite Tissue Allotransplant Pathology
Transplant patients face higher skin cancer risks due to immunosuppressive therapy, requiring careful skin health monitoring.
research Dermatological complications due to post‑COVID‑19 syndrome: A systematic review
Nearly 20% of recovered COVID-19 patients have skin issues, with hair loss and rashes being common.
research Dermatologic medical ozone therapy complications treated with hyperbaric oxygen
Medical ozone therapy can cause serious complications, but hyperbaric oxygen therapy can help treat these issues.
research Dermatologic medical ozone therapy complications treated with hyperbaric oxygen.
Medical ozone therapy can cause serious complications, but hyperbaric oxygen therapy can help improve them.
research Review article: dermatological complications of immunosuppressive and anti-TNF therapy in inflammatory bowel disease
Immunosuppressive and anti-TNF therapies in IBD patients can increase the risk of skin cancer and cause various skin issues.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40
A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.
community My Dermatologist is bald. Yall think he’ll prescribe me Fin or be a hater and want to see me bald too?
Concerns about hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and minoxidil, and doubts about a bald dermatologist prescribing them. Users recommend finding a dermatologist who prescribes effective treatments or exploring online options for finasteride.
community Primary Care Provider told me to not be concerned and just take biotin.
A 19-year-old was advised by their primary care provider to take biotin for hair loss instead of minoxidil or finasteride due to potential side effects and age concerns. The user is considering seeking a second opinion from a dermatologist.
community Hair transplant histamine issues (could be antibiotics taken during transplant!?)
User experienced severe allergic reactions and liver issues after a hair transplant, likely due to antibiotics and medications. Despite trying Minoxidil, the user faced further complications and is now seeking medical advice for potential future transplants.
community Hair became curly, dry, and lifeless after starting oral minoxidil – is this the “ugly phase” or permanent?
Oral minoxidil caused changes in hair texture, making it curly, dry, and lifeless, raising concerns about whether this is a temporary phase or permanent. Users discussed potential side effects of oral minoxidil, including heart issues, and suggested consulting a dermatologist and monitoring health markers.