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Combining amino acid and stem cell therapy may help manage hepatocutaneous syndrome in dogs.
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The cat's skin condition improved after stopping drugs and using iodine, confirming it was sterile neutrophilic dermatitis.
research Scarring Alopecia
Early and aggressive treatment of scarring alopecia is important to prevent further hair follicle damage.
research Skin manifestations of endocrine diseases
Hormone imbalances from endocrine diseases can cause various skin conditions that help diagnose and treat these diseases early.
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A woman had a severe skin reaction from the drug imiquimod, used for skin cancer, highlighting the need for awareness of rare but serious side effects.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Isn't it kind of strange that hair loss happens at where the 2 main superficial temporal arterty branches (temples and crown) are?
Hair loss may be linked to blood flow and inflammation, with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and quercetin being discussed. The conversation also mentions the role of 5AR enzyme distribution in hair follicles.
community Women's Reactions
Balding can make dating more challenging, especially with superficial attitudes, but confidence and fitness can help. Some embrace shaving their heads, while others focus on self-improvement and acceptance.
community Shaving is NOT accepting baldness
Accepting baldness and the various ways people try to cope with it, such as shaving, using medications like minoxidil and finasteride, or getting a hair transplant. Participants discussed how true acceptance of hair loss involves confronting difficult emotions such as grief for one's former appearance and identity, as opposed to simply superficially hiding it with a shaved head.
community Any theories on why topical finasteride does not work for some people?
Topical finasteride may not work for some due to incorrect application, insufficient dosage, or individual differences in skin and hair thickness. Oral finasteride and minoxidil are often more effective, with consistent application and patience being key for results.
community (Topical) Quercetin might be a good add on to the hair loss stack
Quercetin might help with hair loss by inhibiting HSP-70, which increases androgen receptors. Concerns include its staining properties and unclear topical absorption.