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    Glossary Anorexia Nervosa

    serious eating disorder causing extreme weight loss and malnutrition

    Anorexia Nervosa, often simply called Anorexia, is a serious psychological and eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to extreme food restriction and excessive weight loss. This condition can result in severe malnutrition, organ damage, and even death if not treated, and it often requires a multidisciplinary approach involving medical, nutritional, and psychological interventions.

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      community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.

       224 upvotes 10 months ago
      Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.

      community Hairline thinning 9 after months on finasteride

       4 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, with some regrowth at the temples but continued hairline thinning. The dermatologist suggested possible telogen effluvium due to stress and deficiencies, prescribed oral minoxidil, and may consider dutasteride if the condition doesn't improve by January 2026.

      community Completely Lost with my hair 20M

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss uses minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, vitamin D, and biotin. They are considering finasteride or dutasteride and are advised to consult a doctor for diagnosis and possible oral treatments.

      community 20M Losing/lost hope, have tried everything

      in Chat  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has tried oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and is considering dutasteride and a hair transplant. They feel frustrated and hopeless due to the lack of results and its effect on their mental health.

      community Horrible news, Stemson Therapeutics has shut down

       193 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stemson Therapeutics has shut down, disappointing those seeking a hair loss cure. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are discussed, with some users experiencing side effects and exploring alternatives like PP405.

      community My 2 Years Progress (Hair Recovery)

       1465 upvotes 5 months ago
      A person shared their hair regrowth journey using HIMS topical treatments with finasteride, minoxidil, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and microneedling. They also discussed their transition as a transgender woman and the positive impact of HRT on hair recovery.

      community One year off fin/min and I regret it

       416 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user regrets stopping finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects but plans to resume treatment. They consider using finasteride every other day and continuing topical minoxidil to manage side effects while maintaining hair.