The irony of balding while being hairy Chat 2/6/2025
The conversation discusses the frustration of having excessive body hair while experiencing scalp hair loss, with mentions of treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants using body hair. Users share experiences and advice, noting the role of genetics and DHT in hair growth patterns.
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