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research A Nonrandomized Clinical Trial Investigating Keratinocyte Growth Factor‐Hair Serum for the Prevention of Chemotherapy‐Induced Alopecia

March 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Keratinocyte Growth Factor-Hair Serum may help prevent hair loss during chemotherapy, but more research is needed.

research Skin manifestations and biophysical changes following weight reduction induced by bariatric surgery: A 2‐year prospective study

September 2023 in “The Journal of Dermatology”

Bariatric surgery improved many skin conditions in obese patients but caused hair loss in some and decreased facial oil and skin elasticity.

research A Rare Case of Orthokeratotic Hyperkeratosis in a Kid Induced by Malassezial Dermatitis

January 2024 in “The Indian Veterinary Journal”

A young goat with skin issues improved with medication and supplements.

research Antiviral drugs prolong survival in murine recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa

March 2024 in “EMBO molecular medicine”

Antiviral drugs, especially daclatasvir, may be a new treatment for a rare skin disease, improving survival and reducing symptoms in mice.

research The itchy scalp - scratching for an explanation

61 citations , October 2011 in “Experimental dermatology”

Scalp itching is common and hard to diagnose due to the complex nerve structure of the scalp.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 2 years ago

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 Topical finasteride now the safest possible path?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 84 upvotes 2 years ago

Topical finasteride is considered a safer option for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects compared to oral finasteride. Some users report similar efficacy and side effects between topical and oral treatments, while others prefer topical due to reduced systemic exposure.

community The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

in Chat 9 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.

community Itching during shedding phases: Nuancing the DHT itch?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 2 years ago

Increased scalp itching during shedding phases while on finasteride treatment may coincide with hair regrowth and recovery. This suggests that itching might not always indicate continued hair loss and could encourage persistence with the treatment.