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    Glossary5-aminosalicylic acid

    medication used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis

    5-aminosalicylic acid, also known as 5-ASA or mesalamine, is a medication primarily used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. It works by reducing inflammation in the lining of the intestines, helping to alleviate symptoms like diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain.

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      community 5-month finasteride - diffuse thinning update

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user shared a 5-month update on using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for diffuse thinning, along with supplements like B-Vitamins, D-Vitamins, Iron, and Beta carotene. They noted improvement in hair condition and encouraged others to check previous posts for more information.

      community 5 months progress on fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  1771 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil over five months, with noticeable improvements in hairline and temple areas. The user experienced minimal side effects, mainly increased eyebrow and eyelash growth, and attributes additional physical improvements to weight loss and exercise.

      community 5 month hair progress on fin+min

      in Progress Pictures  616 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their 5-month hair progress using oral finasteride and minoxidil, reporting positive results with minimal side effects. They use a chewable 2-in-1 product from Hims for convenience.

      community 5 month progress on topical fin+min

      in Treatment  323 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user reported significant hair regrowth using a topical treatment of 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, with noticeable progress in five months. The treatment is applied once daily, and the user experienced some initial shedding but no side effects.