Balding young sucks, and here is why.
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    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    Minoxidil 2 months
    the tone is 😞 negative with some minimal regrowth at the crown but nothing at the hairline results.

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    A young person regrets not starting hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride earlier, leading to significant balding by age 19. They discuss the importance of early intervention and the impact of societal perceptions on those experiencing hair loss.
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      community Why does the age of hair loss matter?

       38 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Age affects hair loss severity and treatment effectiveness, with younger individuals often experiencing more aggressive loss but potentially better regrowth due to less follicle miniaturization. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are commonly used, and early intervention is crucial for better outcomes.

      community Do hair follicles dies or are dormant ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.

      community Anyone else tired of backhanded compliments about your balding?

       151 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A young man feels insecure about his early hair loss and its impact on his confidence and romantic life, receiving backhanded compliments like "you're good looking for a bald guy." He is considering treatments like hair systems and possibly a hair transplant, with others suggesting options like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.

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      Minoxidil: A Comprehensive Review

      research Minoxidil: a comprehensive review

      16 citations , June 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”
      This study reported that while topical minoxidil exhibits hair regrowth in androgenetic alopecia, oral minoxidil 5 mg/day was more effective than topical forms after six months, with low doses also potentially effective for women and other hair loss types.
      Overactive Bladder in Men: Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia

      research Overactive bladder in men

      1 citations , January 2009 in “CRC Press eBooks”
      This chapter discusses the increasing prevalence of overactive bladder in aging men, examining potential causes and treatment options, without reporting new clinical results.
      Advances in Hair Diseases

      research Advances in Hair Diseases

      5 citations , November 2008 in “Advances in Dermatology”
      This review discusses advancements in understanding hair cycle and inflammatory alopecias, proposing a standard classification and tiered treatment recommendations, but reports no clinical results.
      Finasteride: The First 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      research Finasteride: The First 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      23 citations , July 1993 in “Pharmacotherapy”
      Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and baldness, but may cause limited urinary improvement and sex-related side effects.