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GlossaryNail Dystrophy

condition where nails become abnormal in shape or texture

Nail dystrophy refers to a condition where the nails become abnormal in shape, texture, or color. This can result from various causes, including infections, trauma, systemic diseases, or genetic disorders. Symptoms may include thickening, splitting, discoloration, or ridging of the nails. Understanding the underlying cause is crucial for effective treatment and management.

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Analysis of Skin, Hair, and Nail Diseases in Adults with Beta Thalassemia Major

research Analysis of Skin, Hair and Nail Diseases in the Adults with Beta Thalassemia Major

March 2018 in “Gazi medical journal”

Adults with Beta Thalassemia Major are more likely to have skin, hair, and nail disorders.

research Cutaneous toxicities of cancer therapy

114 citations , March 2002 in “Current opinion in oncology/Current opinion in oncology, with cancerlit”

Cancer therapy can cause various skin problems, including hair loss, skin darkening, painful hand-foot syndrome, and severe skin damage.

research Cutaneous Drug Eruptions Associated with the Use of New Oncological Drugs

29 citations , January 2012 in “Chemical immunology/Fortschritte der Allergielehre/Progress in allergy/Chemical immunology and allergy”

New cancer drugs often cause skin and nail problems.

Identification of a Novel Homozygous LAMB3 Mutation in a Chinese Male With Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa and Severe Urethra Stenosis: A Case Report

research Identification of a novel homozygous LAMB3 mutation in a Chinese male with junctional epidermolysis bullosa and severe urethra stenosis: A case report

September 2022 in “Frontiers in genetics”

A Chinese male with a new genetic mutation has a skin condition and severe urinary issues, with treatments having mixed success.

research A patient with diffuse hair loss

January 2015 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”

The patient's hair loss is most likely due to diffuse alopecia areata.

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community Losing ground on dut, daily for 5 months after fin and min for a year.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 92 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced increased hair thinning after switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, despite some users suggesting it might be a temporary shedding phase. The user is considering using RU58841 but is unsure about its safety.