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    questionnaire measuring skin condition impact on quality of life

    The Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) is a questionnaire used to measure the impact of skin conditions on a patient's quality of life. It consists of 10 questions that assess various aspects such as symptoms, daily activities, and emotional well-being, providing valuable insights for both clinicians and researchers to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments and the overall burden of dermatological diseases.

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      community What I've Learned: A Quality of Life Guide

       77 upvotes 8 years ago
      The post discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral, and sulfur-including shampoo. The author shares personal experiences and tips for application, frequency, and managing side effects, noting significant regrowth with both minoxidil and finasteride.

      community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!

      in Treatment  97 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.

      community Finasteride won’t make all your problems go away

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  323 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared that while finasteride improved their hair, it didn't solve all their insecurities, suggesting that self-acceptance is key. Others in the conversation expressed varying opinions, with some feeling that finasteride significantly boosted their confidence and quality of life, while others acknowledged it as a solution to hair loss but not a cure-all for other personal issues.

      community I just want to say Ru58841 saved my life.

      in Chat  28 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss and scalp inflammation, which was alleviated by using RU58841 along with finasteride and dutasteride. A theory of inflammation possibly being a cause of hairloss is also discussed.