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GlossaryNail Damage

harm to the nail plate or surrounding tissues

Nail Damage, also known as Nail Trauma or Nail Injury, refers to any harm or injury to the nail plate, nail bed, or surrounding tissues. This can result from physical impacts, such as crushing or cutting, chemical exposure, or repetitive stress. Symptoms may include discoloration, splitting, detachment, or deformity of the nail, and in severe cases, it can lead to infections or permanent nail loss.

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research Pathologic Hairpulling, Skin Picking, and Nail Biting

84 citations , October 2005 in “Annals of Clinical Psychiatry”

Hairpulling, skin picking, and nail biting cause significant harm and need more research for better treatments.

research Heterogeneous red–white discoloration of the nail bed and distal onycholysis in a patient with COVID‐19

8 citations , May 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

A COVID-19 patient had unusual nail discoloration and nail separation possibly due to the virus's effects on small blood vessels.

research Lichen Planus Activity and Damage Index (LiPADI)–Creation of the Questionnaire

6 citations , December 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine”

LiPADI is a useful tool for monitoring the severity and treatment of lichen planus.

research An overview of management of drug-induced hair and nail disorders

7 citations , May 2014 in “Clinical practice”

Cooling the scalp may prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, hair often grows back after treatment, and nail issues usually improve after stopping the drug.

research Skin toxicity of anti‐cancer therapy

19 citations , October 2008 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

Anti-cancer treatments can cause reversible hair loss, skin sensitivity, pigmentation changes, nail damage, and skin reactions, with a need for more research on managing these side effects.

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community 25 Years old. 3 Months on Fin/Min, plus Hair & Nail Vitamins.

in Progress Pictures 379 upvotes 2 years ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Lead_Tasso, is expressing gratitude for the community's help in restoring their confidence in treating hair loss. They have been using finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min) and have also been taking hair and nail vitamins.

community Anyone try GHK-Cu ?

in Question 4 upvotes 7 years ago

GHK-Cu is discussed for its potential anti-aging and healing properties, with some users considering its effects on hair growth. One user mentions using Folligen Spray and topical finasteride, noting improved healing but uncertain hair growth results.

community Countering oral minoxidil side effects by taking collagen supplements?

in Minoxidil 17 upvotes 2 years ago

Oral minoxidil may deplete collagen, potentially causing skin aging. Users discuss whether taking collagen supplements can counteract this effect.

community Microneedling must reach the stem cells in the upper hair shaft

in Treatment 80 upvotes 4 years ago

Microneedling should target depths of 0.5mm to 1.5mm for hair loss, with weekly sessions at 1mm recommended. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil is common for improved results.

community Why don’t more people use hair fibers?

in Product 527 upvotes 9 months ago

Hair fibers can effectively cover thinning hair when used with minoxidil and hairspray but require daily application and can be inconvenient in certain conditions. Some users prefer treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, or wigs due to the maintenance and limitations of hair fibers.

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