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GlossarySkin Ulcers

open sores on skin that don't heal properly

Skin ulcers, also known as cutaneous ulcers or dermal ulcers, are open sores on the skin that fail to heal properly and can become chronic. They often result from poor blood circulation, prolonged pressure, or underlying medical conditions such as diabetes or vascular diseases. These ulcers can be painful, prone to infection, and may require medical intervention to promote healing and prevent complications.

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research Skin grafting for the treatment of chronic leg ulcers – a systematic review in evidence‐based medicine

56 citations , March 2016 in “International Wound Journal”

Skin grafts are effective for chronic leg ulcers, especially autologous split-thickness grafts for venous ulcers, but more data is needed for diabetic ulcers.

research Skin microbiota and diabetic foot ulcers

6 citations , July 2025 in “Frontiers in Microbiology”

Imbalanced skin bacteria worsen diabetic foot ulcers, but adjusting them might improve healing.

research Hair-follicle transplant as chronic skin ulcer treatment

May 2022 in “Portuguese Journal of Dermatology and Venereology”

Hair-follicle transplants can heal chronic skin ulcers.

research Hair follicle transplantation promotes skin ulcer healing in a mouse model of experimental diabetes

August 2025 in “Scientific Reports”

Hair follicle transplantation speeds up wound healing in diabetic mice.

research Obesity and the skin

128 citations , September 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Obesity is linked to various skin problems and may increase the risk of skin cancer.

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community microneedle, any long term users damage?

in Microneedling 35 upvotes 2 years ago

Microneedling is effective for hair growth, especially when combined with finasteride and minoxidil, but concerns exist about potential long-term skin damage. Users report increased collagen and elastin deposition, but the long-term effects on the scalp remain uncertain.

community 23M – 107 days on dutasteride (0.5mg/day) + minoxidil. Any real progress or too early?

in Is this regrowth? 116 upvotes 7 months ago

A 23-year-old male has been using dutasteride (0.5mg daily) and minoxidil with tretinoin for 107 days to address crown hair loss, noticing slight thickening but uncertain progress. He reports no shedding or side effects, experiencing positive effects like improved skin texture and increased energy.

community Start taking care of your skin and hair loss TODAY! I was telling myself I didn’t care, but I think the difference in my facial expression says it all. Take action asap before more permanent damage is done. I hope I can inspire some of you, because it’s so worth it. Not for others, for yourself! <3

in Progress Pictures 583 upvotes 4 years ago

User shared progress in treating hair loss and improving skin, using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, tretinoin, microneedling, and skin care regimen. Others commented on the impressive results and asked about costs and side effects.

community The Oral Minoxidil hype, use your head .

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about the risks and uncertainties of using oral Minoxidil for hair loss, emphasizing that topical Minoxidil may be just as effective. It also mentions alternative treatments like micro-needling and retinol.

community Anyone here who stopped microneedling and maintained or lost the gains?

in Microneedling 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Microneedling's long-term effects on hair loss are uncertain, with concerns about scarring and the need for continued use of minoxidil and finasteride to maintain gains. Finasteride does not sustain minoxidil-regrown hair without ongoing minoxidil use, and microneedling alone shows limited evidence of effectiveness.

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learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

learn Osteopontin

signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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