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    GlossaryAmniotic Band Syndrome (ABS)

    fibrous bands in the womb restrict fetal development

    Amniotic Band Syndrome (ABS), also known as Constriction Band Syndrome, is a condition that occurs when fibrous bands of the amniotic sac entangle parts of the fetus, restricting blood flow and affecting development. This can lead to a range of complications, from minor constrictions to severe deformities or even amputations of limbs.

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      community Absolute nightmare from a week of finasteride.

       8 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects, including erectile dysfunction and testicular pain, after taking finasteride for hair loss. They recommend sticking to minoxidil and biotin and avoiding finasteride due to potential risks.

      community Nizoral absolutely fucked up my hair

      in Ketoconazole  78 upvotes 5 days ago
      Nizoral shampoo caused significant hair thinning and oiliness for some users, while others found it beneficial for slowing hair loss. The original poster experienced negative effects and was advised to stop using Nizoral and switch to a gentler shampoo.

      community Dutasteride absolutely nukes hair DHT

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  486 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels, potentially more effectively than finasteride, and is used to treat hair loss. Some users report side effects like reduced libido and mood changes, while others experience hair regrowth and increased testosterone.

      community Can absorption be intervened by oil, sebum etc?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether oily scalp and sebum can hinder the absorption of topical hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, even when using tretinoin. The user is skeptical about the effectiveness of these treatments due to their oily scalp condition.

      community Balding absolutely ruined my life at 17.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  210 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is struggling with hair loss at 17 and has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 11 months without seeing regrowth. Other users encourage continuing treatment, sharing their own experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, and emphasizing patience and acceptance.