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research Bridging gaps and cultivating care: a call for culturally competent dermatological education for ethnic hair
Dermatologists need better training on ethnic hair care to improve patient care and satisfaction.
research Improving knowledge of hair loss disorders: Assessing the efficacy of a dermatologist-developed social media video library for patient education
Social media videos made by dermatologists significantly improved patient knowledge about hair loss.
research Dermatologic applications of direct-to-consumer genomic analysis
Living near more dermatologists and using certain cancer screening tests lowers the chance of being diagnosed with advanced skin cancer.
research Body dysmorphic concerns, social adaptation, and motivation for psychotherapeutic support in dermatological outpatients
Some skin patients have body image issues linked to social difficulties but want psychological help.
research The Spectrum of Skin Disease Among Indian Children
The most common skin problems in Indian children are infections and eczemas.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Dermatologist says you can’t prevent hair loss and medications don’t work
Finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can help prevent or slow hair loss for many, though results vary. The dermatologist's claim that no medication works is incorrect, as these treatments are effective for some individuals.
community Derm prescribed ketoconazole 2% shampoo, claiming my case “is not bad enough yet” for fin. Second opinion?
A user was prescribed ketoconazole shampoo by their dermatologist for early-stage hair loss, but is unsure if this is the right treatment. Most commenters suggest seeking a second opinion or starting finasteride treatment immediately, while a few caution about potential side effects.
community 6 month f/u appt with derm (6m - fin 1mg) sharing what I was told
A user experienced hair regrowth after 6 months on finasteride, which is earlier than the usual 12-18 months observed by their dermatologist. The dermatologist noted this as an exceptionally good response.
community Oral minoxidil may not be as dangerous as what people say
The safety of using oral minoxidil to treat hair loss and thinning, with studies showing mild side effects at low doses. It was suggested that people should consult a doctor or dermatologist before taking any type of medication for hair loss.
community People's ignorance on MPB is both frustrating and harmful to balding men and it's important to educate other balding men on Fin/Min/Dut (Discussion)
Many are unaware of effective male pattern baldness treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, often opting for ineffective remedies. Educating others on proven treatments and potential side effects is crucial.