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GlossaryChest Hair

hair that grows on the chest, mainly in males

Chest hair, also known as pectoral hair, refers to the hair that grows on the chest area of humans, primarily in males. This type of body hair typically begins to develop during puberty due to increased levels of androgens, particularly testosterone. The density and pattern of chest hair can vary widely among individuals and is influenced by genetic and hormonal factors.

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Circulating and Intraprostatic Sex Steroid Hormonal Profiles in Relation to Male Pattern Baldness and Chest Hair Density Among Men Diagnosed with Localized Prostate Cancers

research Circulating and Intraprostatic Sex Steroid Hormonal Profiles in Relation to Male Pattern Baldness and Chest Hair Density Among Men Diagnosed with Localized Prostate Cancers

7 citations, October 2017 in “The Prostate”

Baldness in men with prostate cancer is linked to higher levels of certain sex hormones, but chest hair density is not.

research Chest Hair Used as Donor Material in Hair Restoration Surgery

6 citations, September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Chest hair can be used for scalp hair transplants when there's not enough scalp hair.

research A Comparative Study on the Rate of Anagen Effluvium and Survival Rates of Scalp, Beard, and Chest Hair in Hair Restoration Procedures

3 citations, January 2019 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”

Scalp and beard hair survive best in hair transplants, but the procedure needs high skill and takes longer.

research Letter: Body Hair Transplant into Wide Donor Scar

6 citations, March 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Transplanting chest hair into scars can effectively treat wide donor scars from hair restoration surgery.

research Interpretation of Hair Ethyl Glucuronide Inter-Individual Factors from Large Population Dataset

June 2014 in “Toxicologie analytique et clinique/Annales de toxicologie analytique”

Older age increases positive hair alcohol test results, and chest hair is a good alternative for testing; season affects results, with higher levels in winter.

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community Had a hair transplant with Dr. Feriduni - 6850 grafts (6000 from scalp, 850 from chest/beard)

in Progress Pictures 447 upvotes 11 months ago

A user had two hair transplant surgeries, using a total of 6850 grafts from the scalp, beard, and chest, costing around $20,000 USD, and is happy with the results, though the crown may not be as dense as the hairline. They experienced no scarring from the donor areas and noted that transplanted beard and chest hair are thicker and curlier.

community A long journey but it’s working. I had hardly any hair left.

in Progress Pictures 2315 upvotes 1 month ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil twice daily and 1mg oral finasteride once daily over a year. They reported no major side effects, only slightly less chest hair.

community Life after minoxidil? Has anyone stopped

in Update 147 upvotes 5 months ago

A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe side effects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.

community my Body hair has stopped working

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 44 upvotes 9 months ago

A user on dutasteride for hair loss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hair growth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hair growth.

community Something I wish I knew about hairloss 10 years ago

in Treatment 100 upvotes 1 week ago

Hair transplants can initially yield good results, but native hair is more reliable, and transplanted hair may still be lost over time. Early intervention with treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil is recommended, but it's important to start with lower doses and manage expectations realistically.

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