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Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research A Stain for Plucked Anagen Hairs
A new staining method helps tell growing from resting hairs to diagnose hair loss.

research Structural Abnormalities of the Hair Shaft
The document concludes that understanding hair structure is key to diagnosing hair abnormalities and recommends gentle hair care for management.

research Exogen Hair Characterization in Human Scalp
The conclusion is that exogen is a unique hair cycle phase and the new sampling method specifically targets this stage, which may help in future hair loss research.

research Hair Disorders
The document explains different hair loss types and treatments, emphasizing diagnosis through examination and tests, and specific treatments for each condition.

research Assessment of Hair and Scalp Disorders
Hair and scalp disorders significantly affect self-esteem, and using cosmetic products like conditioners and styling aids can improve hair health and appearance.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 4 years of baldness and hating my mirror reflection has ended
The user shared their journey with hair loss, using minoxidil initially, then adding microneedling and finasteride, and finally undergoing a hair transplant. They expressed regret for not using finasteride earlier due to fear of side effects and found the combination of treatments effective in the end.
community 4 months result topical min 5% Nw6
The user experienced good hair growth using topical minoxidil 5% and finasteride for 4 months but lost progress after switching to oral minoxidil and finasteride and shaving their head. They have returned to using topical treatments and are seeking advice on similar experiences.
community 4 months treatment with 5% minoxidil twice daily and 1 mg finasteride EOD.
A 26-year-old is using 5% minoxidil twice daily and 1 mg finasteride every other day, along with biotin and collagen supplements, for hair regrowth. They apply minoxidil to the temples and crown and experienced initial shedding in the first month.
community 4 years of finasteride and 3 months of dutasteride
A 23-year-old has been using finasteride 5mg daily since age 19 and added dutasteride 0.5mg twice a week to prevent hairline recession. They report no side effects and credit early treatment for maintaining their hair.
community 4 months finasteride, someone tell me what’s going on.
The user has been using finasteride for 4 months and minoxidil for over a year, experiencing significant hair loss and thinning. Others suggest it might be a shedding phase, with some users sharing similar experiences and eventual regrowth, while others express skepticism about the effectiveness of the treatments.