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    GlossaryBody Hair Loss (Body Hair Thinning)

    reduction or complete loss of hair from non-scalp body areas

    Body Hair Loss, also known as Body Hair Shedding or Loss of Body Hair, refers to the reduction or complete loss of hair from areas of the body other than the scalp. This can be caused by various factors including hormonal imbalances, autoimmune conditions like alopecia areata, nutritional deficiencies, or side effects of certain medications. Understanding the underlying cause is crucial for effective treatment and management.

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      supplement to help with hair texture and quality

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      a copper peptide showing promise in both regrowth and reversing gray hair

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      technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

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      Hair and Nails

      research Hair and Nails

      February 2009 in “Springer eBooks”
      Pregnancy can cause more body and scalp hair growth and make nails brittle, but these changes often revert after giving birth.
      Hair Loss and Hedgehog Inhibitors: A Class Effect?

      research Hair Loss and Hedgehog Inhibitors: A Class Effect?

      9 citations, December 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
      Hedgehog pathway inhibitors used for skin cancer can cause significant hair loss, which may improve after stopping the medication.
      Pseudo Fringe Sign in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

      research Pseudo Fringe Sign in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

      1 citations, December 2017 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”
      Frontal fibrosing alopecia can mimic traction alopecia but has distinct features like facial papules and eyebrow thinning.
      Female Hair Concerns With Age

      research Female Hair Concerns With Age

      December 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
      As women age, they experience changes in hair density and volume, face challenges in distinguishing normal hair loss from disease, and have limited access to treatments for hair issues.

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      community Hair feels like hay/brittle and slow growing some areas

      in General  138 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and brittleness, possibly due to Telogen Effluvium, which affects body hair and may be linked to stress or nutrition. They are considering using finasteride for treatment but are unsure if it will address their symptoms.

      community My story (31 years old - male)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced hair thinning and initially used topical minoxidil, then switched to finasteride, which caused significant shedding. He later adopted a regimen of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and anti-dandruff shampoo, leading to positive hair growth results, though he noted increased body hair as a side effect of oral minoxidil.

      community Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

      in Styling  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.