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GlossaryDermatologic Surgery

involves surgical procedures to treat skin, hair, and nail disorders

Dermatologic Surgery, also known as Dermatological Surgery or Skin Surgery, is a specialized field of medicine focused on the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair, and nail disorders through surgical procedures. This can include the removal of skin cancers, benign growths, and cysts, as well as cosmetic procedures like laser treatments, hair transplants, and scar revisions. The goal is to improve both the health and appearance of the skin.

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research The Physician's Guide to Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatologic Surgery Part II: Clinical Evidence

24 citations , November 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Platelet-rich plasma is most effective for hair loss treatment and wound healing in skin surgery, but more research is needed for consistent results.

The Physician's Guide to Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatologic Surgery Part I: Definitions, Mechanisms of Action, and Technical Specifications

research The Physician's Guide to Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatologic Surgery Part I: Definitions, Mechanisms of Action, and Technical Specifications

16 citations , November 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Platelet-rich plasma is most effective for hair loss treatment and shows promise for skin healing and rejuvenation, but more standardized research is needed.

research ASDS 20th Anniversary: The History of Dermatologic Surgery

6 citations , April 1990 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology”

Dermatologic surgery has greatly improved with new techniques over the years.

research Dermatologic Surgery and Procedures

4 citations , February 2018 in “InTech eBooks”

research Dermatologic Surgery in Aging Skin

2 citations , October 1962 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Surgical methods can't treat gray hair, hair loss, or thinning skin.

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community My bloodwork results from dermatologist

in Chat 2 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss and bloodwork results, focusing on zinc, vitamin D, and ferritin levels. The user is experiencing telogen effluvium after surgery and seeks advice on supplementation.

community Dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to “new research” on male breast cancer. anyone heard of this?

in Research/Science 54 upvotes 8 months ago

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 told me to quit fin after turning 40

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 194 upvotes 2 years ago

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 Dermatologist said that Minox ONLY is the way to go and that's the international medical concensus

in Treatment 17 upvotes 4 years ago

A dermatologist advised using only minoxidil for hair loss, citing it as a lifelong therapy and dismissing finasteride due to potential side effects. Several users disagreed, recommending a combination of minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

community Hopeless - 2 FUT surgeries later

8 upvotes 7 years ago

The user underwent two FUT hair transplant surgeries with subpar results, leading to disappointment and continued use of Minoxidil, laser cap, dermaroll, and biotin. They advise thorough research before committing to hair transplants, especially for those with advanced hair loss.

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learn Verteporfin

chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions

learn Bimatoprost

a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp

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