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research Community-Associated Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
A common cause of skin infections in the U.S. is a strain of bacteria resistant to certain antibiotics, and prevention focuses on cleanliness and avoiding close contact.
research Diagnosis and Treatment of Demodecosis with Secondary Bacterial Infection in a Pug-A Case Presentation
A Pug with skin issues was successfully treated for mite and bacterial infections.
research Folliculitis decalvans
Folliculitis decalvans is a rare scalp condition causing scarring hair loss, treated with long-term antibiotics and other medications, but it often comes back and is hard to manage.
research Opportunities for topical antimicrobial therapy: permeation of canine skin by fusidic acid
Fusidic acid can be an effective topical treatment for superficial bacterial infections in dogs.
research Dermatitis cruris pustulosa et atrophicans
DCPA is a chronic skin condition affecting the lower limbs, mainly in men, with unclear causes and treatments that often don't work well.
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5 / 27 resultscommunity 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.
community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?
The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.
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 Why hasn’t anyone made a "DHT sponge" biologic yet???
The conversation discusses the potential for developing a biologic "DHT sponge" to neutralize DHT in the bloodstream as a treatment for hair loss, suggesting it could be more targeted and have fewer side effects than current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Concerns include the complexity, cost, and potential side effects of such a treatment, as well as skepticism about its feasibility and market interest.
community Recent recipient of a 5000 graft hair transplant in Istanbul….
A user underwent a 5000 graft hair transplant in Istanbul, which included 900 beard grafts, after previously using finasteride with limited success. The procedure cost £4500, including transport and aftercare in both Istanbul and the UK.