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    GlossarySarcoptes scabiei

    microscopic mite causing scabies by burrowing into skin

    Sarcoptes scabiei, commonly known as the itch mite, is a microscopic parasitic mite that burrows into the skin of humans and other mammals, causing the condition known as scabies. This infestation leads to intense itching and a pimple-like skin rash, often requiring medical treatment to eradicate the mites and alleviate symptoms.

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      community Seb derm is eating my hair?!?!

      in Chat  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.

      community scarring alopecia awareness in this community

      in Chat  33 upvotes 3 years ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP), a form of permanent hair loss, which can be mistaken for seborrheic dermatitis and is characterized by scalp itching, burning, redness, and dandruff. Treatment options discussed include steroidal creams, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

      community Dry and itchy scalp after ru58841 and keto. Advice needed

      in Product  3 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced severe scalp itching after using RU58841 and ketoconazole shampoo, despite trying moisturizing treatments. They suspect the issue is related to the propylene glycol in the vehicle and are seeking alternatives.