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GlossaryAcyclovir

antiviral drug treating herpes infections by inhibiting viral DNA replication

Acyclovir, also known as Zovirax, is an antiviral medication primarily used to treat infections caused by herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores, and shingles. It works by inhibiting the replication of viral DNA, thereby reducing the severity and duration of the infection.

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research Postherpetic Poliosis

10 citations , February 2006 in “Archives of dermatology”

A man's chest hair turned white after a shingles infection, possibly due to virus-damaged pigment cells.

research Diagnostic Role of Anterior Segment Optical Coherence Tomography in an Atypical Presentation of Varicella Zoster Virus Interstitial Keratitis: A Case Report

February 2026 in “American Journal of Case Reports”

AS-OCT is crucial for diagnosing VZV interstitial keratitis and avoiding unnecessary treatments.

research A Rare Complication of Follicular Hair Unit Extraction: Kaposi’s Varicelliform Eruption

4 citations , January 2016 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

A man developed a rare skin condition after a hair transplant surgery.

research The Relationship Between Mental Health and Drugs Used in Dermatology

February 2024 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport”

Some skin medication can rarely cause or worsen mental health issues; knowing this is important because mental health problems are increasing worldwide.

research The Mystery of an Inflamed Soul Patch

January 2024 in “PubMed”

A fungal infection caused the skin issue, and it was cured with antifungal treatment.

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community I will never more buy any hairloss traitements in public pharmacy

in Minoxidil 420 upvotes 1 year ago

A user was embarrassed by a pharmacist's loud mention of "minoxidil" for hair loss, sparking a discussion on the stigma and unprofessionalism. Users suggested online purchases or different pharmacies for privacy and reassured that most people don't notice others' purchases.

community I'm already DOING EVERYTHING!!!

in Female 26 upvotes 5 years ago

A 26 year old female dealing with hair loss who is considering treatments such as Spiro, minoxidil and finasteride. Other potential solutions mentioned are PRP treatment, a wig, and bio-identical estrogen combined with bica.