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GlossaryDermal-Epidermal Junction (DEJ)

interface where the epidermis connects to the dermis

The Dermal-Epidermal Junction (DEJ) is a critical area of skin where the outer layer (epidermis) connects to the underlying layer (dermis). This junction plays a vital role in maintaining skin integrity, facilitating nutrient exchange, and supporting cellular communication. It is essential for wound healing and overall skin health, and its degradation can lead to various skin disorders.

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community Both success and failure. 10 month minoxidil and 8 month finasteride

in Treatment 15 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using minoxidil at night and finasteride daily for several months, experiencing initial hair growth but later regression and thinning. They're considering switching to dutasteride and seeking advice on the cause of their hair loss and potential treatments.

community 4 years on fin and totally stopped hair loss

in Progress Pictures 92 upvotes 3 months ago

A user stopped hair loss after taking finasteride daily for four years, with minimal regrowth and no side effects. They believe stress initially caused their hair loss.

community Pérdida de cabello en jóvenes (15-20 años) mi experiencia.

in Treatment 20 upvotes 4 months ago

A 19-year-old shares his hair loss experience and treatment routine, which includes 1mg finasteride daily, 2mg oral minoxidil daily, ketoconazole shampoo every 2 days, and a healthy lifestyle. He notes that oral minoxidil is showing better results than topical minoxidil.

community How much difference hair fibers and mousse make

in Styling 1459 upvotes 2 months ago

The user applies Rogaine foam, Toppik hair fibers, and Tresemme mousse to improve hair appearance and has restarted finasteride after a year off. They are considering a hair transplant and are working on self-esteem related to hair loss.

community Here's why you don't assume you have TE, because you likely don't

in Chat 49 upvotes 3 months ago

TE (telogen effluvium) is often misunderstood and is triggered by severe stress or trauma, not minor daily inconveniences. Most hair loss cases are due to male pattern baldness (AGA), and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can help.

community Surprise Hair Loss Breakthrough: Sugar Gel Triggers Robust Regrowth

in Research/Science 515 upvotes 4 months ago

A sugar gel containing 2-deoxy-D-ribose has shown promising hair regrowth results in mice, comparable to Minoxidil. Users are discussing the potential to buy and try this compound themselves.

community I’m Feeling so discouraged and depressed - No one wants to prescribe finasteride to me.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 68 upvotes 9 months ago

A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hair loss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.

community 7 Month Hair Progress (0.5 mg dut only, diffuse thinning)

in Progress Pictures 717 upvotes 9 months ago

An 18-year-old male switched from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride for diffuse hair loss and saw improvement without side effects, despite experiencing scalp itch and shedding. Commenters noted significant hair regrowth and were surprised by his young age and appearance.

community Anyone else’s loved ones just blatantly gaslight you over your hair ?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 196 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses resentment towards people who dismissed their hair loss concerns and continued to do so even after a specialist confirmed it. Others share similar experiences and discuss the impact of hair loss on self-esteem and societal perceptions.

community Did Justin Bieber get a Hair Transplant?

in Progress Pictures 296 upvotes 2 years ago

Justin Bieber's hair loss and the various treatments being discussed as potential solutions, including finasteride and hair transplants.

community U/joaopassos444 , HATS OFF brother !!

in Research/Science 123 upvotes 3 years ago

A new hair loss treatment theory beyond minoxidil and finasteride is proposed, causing mixed reactions in the community, with some members eager to explore and support it, while others call for more research and evidence.

community Only 10 more days until cassiopea releases their 12 month results for CB-03-01 our best hope of an alternative to finasteride

in Finasteride 155 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses anticipation for CB-03-01, a potential new hair loss treatment that may be more effective and have a cleaner safety profile than finasteride. Users are hopeful but cautious, discussing current treatments like minoxidil, nizoral, and dermarolling, and the possibility of combining them with CB-03-01 for better results.