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    GlossaryTopical Antifungals

    medications applied to skin to treat fungal infections

    Topical antifungals are medications applied directly to the skin to treat fungal infections. These treatments, which can come in the form of creams, ointments, or lotions, work by killing or inhibiting the growth of fungi that cause conditions like athlete's foot, ringworm, and yeast infections.

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      community Hair Loss “Cure” for Inflammation: Topical Roflumilast

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 6 months ago
      Topical roflumilast is effective for reducing inflammation in various scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and eczema, but not proven to stop scarring alopecia. Alternatives like apremilast and Vtama are also discussed for their anti-inflammatory benefits.

      community What do you do about hairloss where scalp feels tight? Losing Hope

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil twice daily, iron and zinc supplements, derma rolling weekly, and Nizoral weekly for hair loss. Despite these treatments, he experiences tight, painful scalp areas with no progress and some hair loss.

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      in Treatment  42 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

      community What’s the most effective way to beat Serb Derm?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP struggles with scalp flakes causing hair loss and has tried Selsun Blue, Ketoconazole, and ZPT Shampoo without success. Suggestions include using salicylic acid shampoo, shaving the head, using Nizoral, and combining treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

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