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research Skin as a Metabolic Organ: Dermatologic Markers of Morbid Obesity and Their Role in Risk Stratification and Treatment Monitoring

April 2026 in “Diagnostics”

Skin changes in obesity can indicate metabolic issues but aren't reliable for assessing risk or monitoring treatment.

research [Alopecia in women with severe and morbid obesity who undergo bariatric surgery].

22 citations , August 2012 in “PubMed”

Adequate zinc and iron intake may reduce hair loss after bariatric surgery.

research The spectrum of inflammatory skin disease following jejuno-ileal bypass for morbid obesity

51 citations , October 1981 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Some patients developed skin inflammation after obesity surgery, and a medication called dapsone helped treat it.

Cross-Sectional Study of the Association Between Skin Tags and Vascular Risk Factors in a Bariatric Clinic-Based Cohort of Irish Adults with Morbid Obesity

research Cross-sectional study of the association between skin tags and vascular risk factors in a bariatric clinic-based cohort of Irish adults with morbid obesity

4 citations , March 2020 in “BMC Research Notes”

Skin tags in obese individuals may indicate higher cardiovascular risk.

Skin Manifestations and Biophysical Properties in Patients With Morbid Obesity and Changes After Weight Loss: A Two-Year Prospective Study

research 393 Skin manifestations and biophysical properties in patients with morbid obesity and changes after weight loss: A two-year prospective study

April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Weight loss surgery improved several skin conditions in obese patients but often caused hair loss.

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community Women complaining of bad effects from Winlevi (Clascoterone 1%)

in Treatment 11 upvotes 7 months ago

Women experienced severe reactions, including Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), from using Winlevi (Clascoterone 1%) on their faces. Concerns were raised about the potential risks of higher concentrations, especially for hair loss treatment.

community Everyone is ignoring that plasma finasteride levels are 100x lower with topical compared to oral.

in Research/Science 140 upvotes 2 years ago

Topical finasteride results in plasma levels 100 times lower than oral finasteride, potentially reducing systemic side effects. Users report similar efficacy with fewer side effects, suggesting a preference for topical application.

community How much do you guys think diet and sleep affects results?

in Research/Science 36 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses whether lifestyle factors like diet and sleep affect hair growth in people with reversible hair loss. Some believe these factors, along with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, can improve hair health, while others argue hair loss is mostly determined by genetics and DHT sensitivity.

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