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    GlossaryCryotherapy (Cold Therapy)

    application of extreme cold to destroy abnormal tissue

    Cryotherapy, also known as Cold Therapy, involves the application of extreme cold to destroy abnormal or diseased tissue. This technique is commonly used in medical treatments to remove warts, treat certain skin conditions, and manage localized cancers by freezing the targeted cells, causing them to die and be naturally eliminated by the body.

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      community Hair Growth Journey: 10 months

      in Progress Pictures  252 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 31-year-old who experienced severe hair loss during medical school tried various treatments, including topical and oral finasteride and minoxidil, but stopped due to side effects. They restarted treatment 10 months ago with a regimen including topical finasteride, minoxidil, retinoic acid, hydrocortisone, oral minoxidil, and light therapy, emphasizing the importance of consistency and skincare.

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      in Progress Pictures  414 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil 5% twice daily and 1mg finasteride daily, along with microstamping every 14 days. They reported initial shedding but achieved satisfying results by month four, with minimal side effects.

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      in Is this regrowth?  163 upvotes 5 months ago
      OP has been using minoxidil (topical 5%) and finasteride (oral 1.25mg daily) for 2 months and is unsure if there's hair regrowth or if it's just a haircut illusion. Mixed responses from others, some see progress, others attribute changes to the haircut.