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    Glossary5-Hydroxymethylcytosine

    modified DNA base involved in gene expression regulation

    5-Hydroxymethylcytosine (5hmC) is a modified form of the DNA base cytosine, which plays a role in the regulation of gene expression. It is often found in the brain and other tissues, and its presence is associated with active DNA demethylation processes, which can influence cellular functions and development.

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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.

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      in Progress Pictures  1770 upvotes 3 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.

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      in Progress Pictures  620 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.