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    GlossaryAndrogenetic Alopecia (APKH)

    genetic hair loss influenced by androgens, often hereditary

    Androgenetic Alopecia, commonly known as Male Pattern Baldness or Female Pattern Baldness, is a genetic condition characterized by progressive hair thinning and loss. It is influenced by androgens (male hormones) and typically follows a recognizable pattern, such as a receding hairline in men and diffuse thinning on the crown in women. This condition is the most common cause of hair loss, affecting both genders, and is often hereditary.

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      community Hair loss research is a money grab

      in Chat  217 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.

      community How to cope with starting fin/dut too late

      in Chat  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      Regret over not starting hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil earlier, leading to significant hair loss. Users discuss coping strategies, including buzzing hair, staying on medications, and considering future treatments.

      community 8 months fin 3 months min update

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 8 months and minoxidil for 3 months, experiencing minor regrowth at the temples but overall worse hair loss, with constant shedding and itching. They are concerned about thinning on the sides and nape, questioning if it's diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and seeking advice on what to do next.

      community The amazing fast pace of PP405.

      in Chat  322 upvotes 1 month ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment advancing quickly in trials, generating excitement and skepticism about its effectiveness and marketing claims. Some see it as a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but concerns about long-term effects and the need for DHT blockers persist.