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    GlossaryParasitic Infections

    invasion of the body by harmful parasites causing health issues

    Parasitic infections, also known as parasitic diseases or parasitosis, occur when parasites such as protozoa, helminths, or ectoparasites invade the body, leading to various health issues. These infections can affect different organs and systems, causing symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to severe illness, and are often transmitted through contaminated food, water, or insect bites.

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      community Would appreciate some thoughts on the “dht itch”

      in Chat 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing scalp itching despite using finasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis. They are unsure if the itch is due to their treatments, diet, or mental factors.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  413 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community For those dealing with an unbearable scalp itch/pressure/inflammation.

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using cetirizine (Zyrtec) topically to relieve scalp itch associated with hair loss and suggests it may also benefit androgenetic alopecia (AGA). One person found relief from scalp itch after three months on finasteride, noting the itch was linked to areas where hair was lost.

      community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Research/Science  76 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.