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    GlossaryBone Age

    measure of skeletal maturity using X-ray comparisons

    Bone age, also known as skeletal age, is a measure of the maturity of a child's bones. It is determined by comparing X-ray images of the child's hand and wrist to standard reference images that represent average bone development at various ages. This assessment helps doctors evaluate growth disorders and predict future growth potential.

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      community Is getting on Dut at 21 a bad idea after taking Fin since 18?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss at age 21, worried about potential side effects on bone and brain development. Another user shared their positive experience with dutasteride, noting minimal body hair and no side effects.

      community Balding at the age of 17 years old

      in Chat  8 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential side effects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.

      community Why do we get bald from evolutionary perspective

      in Chat  213 upvotes 1 week ago
      Baldness is not an evolutionary disadvantage because it occurs after reproductive age. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are used for androgenetic alopecia but don't address the root cause.