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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch The many faces of interleukin-17 in inflammatory skin diseases
IL-17 is a key target for treating inflammatory skin diseases, especially psoriasis.
research When bugs and drugs conspire: driving acneiform skin toxicity
Certain cancer drugs interact with skin bacteria to cause acne-like rashes.
research Decision letter: Neutrophils promote CXCR3-dependent itch in the development of atopic dermatitis
Neutrophils are key in causing chronic itch in atopic dermatitis, and blocking CXCR3 could reduce this itch.
research Sterile suppurative folliculitis associated with acute myeloblastic leukaemia
A rare skin condition linked to leukemia improved with chemotherapy.
research Retiform Purpura Caused by the Use of Cocaine, That Was Probably Adulterated with Levamisole
Cocaine possibly mixed with levamisole caused a woman's skin condition and blood issues, which improved with treatment.
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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL
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 My skin is always dry and flakes like chalk (25)
The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.
community I got my bloodwork done... What now?
The user has been experiencing hair thinning despite taking finasteride and minoxidil for six months. Bloodwork suggests a vitamin D deficiency, and users recommend consulting a doctor and possibly supplementing vitamin D.
community Infection from micro needling even with medicated shampoos and sanitation
The conversation discusses scalp itching and tenderness after microneedling, despite using medicated shampoos and proper sanitation. The user plans to see a dermatologist and is concerned about possible infection or allergic reaction.