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learn Tretinoin
the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil
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a JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata and other autoimmune conditions
learn Alopecia Areata
autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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research Dermatologic Adverse Events from Cancer Treatments
Cancer treatments can cause skin-related side effects that may affect patient quality of life and require changes in treatment.
research Dermatologic adverse events in pediatric patients receiving targeted anticancer therapies: A pooled analysis
Targeted anticancer therapies in children often cause skin side effects like rash and dry skin.
research Dermatologic adverse events associated with chemotherapy and targeted anticancer therapy
Cancer treatments often cause skin, nail, and hair problems.
research Dermatologic adverse events in EGFR-TKIs: A real-world analysis.
EGFR-TKIs can cause unexpected skin, nail, and hair issues.
research Dermatological adverse events with taxane chemotherapy
Taxane chemotherapy can cause skin, hair, and nail side effects, which are often under-reported and can affect patient quality of life.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Goodbye tressless. I’ve decided to give in to my hairloss.
Kitchen_Plastic_2847 had been fighting hair loss since 2019-2020 and was initially successful in regrowing his hair with finasteride. However, after contracting Covid three times back to back at the start of 2021, he started to lose his hair again. He found a new dermatologist who prescribed him oral minoxidil along with finasteride, but eventually decided it wasn't worth spending all the money to try and save his hair.
community Dermatologist says finasteride is no longer prescribed after apothecaries warning (Austria)
In Austria, finasteride prescriptions are restricted due to suicide risk concerns, with new prescriptions only for current users. Alternatives like topical finasteride, dutasteride, and online purchases face legal challenges.
community Dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to “new research” on male breast cancer. anyone heard of this?
A dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to concerns about recent research linking it to male breast cancer, suggesting a topical alternative with minoxidil instead. The user is advised to seek a second opinion, as the evidence for such risks is inconclusive and the dermatologist's reasoning seems questionable.
community Dermatologist wants me to stop topical min+fin as a teen
A 17-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is advised by a dermatologist to taper off due to age concerns. Other users suggest continuing minoxidil but stopping finasteride until at least 18, and consulting a specialized pediatric dermatologist.
community Should I use topical min + fin at 16 even if my dermatologist approved?
A dermatologist prescribed a 16-year-old a mix of 5% topical minoxidil and 0.1% topical finasteride for hair loss, but the user is concerned about side effects. Another user advises against using finasteride at a young age due to potential growth impacts and suggests consulting a doctor to assess growth completion.