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GlossaryGingival Bleeding (Gum Bleeding)

bleeding of gum tissue, often during brushing or flossing

Gingival bleeding, commonly known as bleeding gums, refers to the bleeding of the gum tissue, often occurring during brushing or flossing. It is typically a sign of inflammation due to plaque buildup, gingivitis, or periodontal disease, but can also be caused by factors such as vitamin deficiencies, hormonal changes, or certain medications. Persistent gingival bleeding should be evaluated by a dental professional to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.

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community Any recs for a shampoo with 1% Keto and Sulfate free?

in Ketoconazole 1 upvotes 3 years ago

A user is seeking recommendations for a shampoo with 1% Ketoconazole that is sulfate-free. They are looking for a product without 'sodium laureth sulfate.'

community How long did it take to notice a change in the thickness of the hair after starting the treatment?

in Is this regrowth? 1 upvotes 7 months ago

The user started losing hair at 19 and saw improvement with finasteride and minoxidil but experienced worsening after stopping. They resumed finasteride, began mesotherapy possibly with dutasteride, and continued with other treatments, noticing new hair growth but not increased thickness.

community Organic Self Tanner on bald Scalp?

in Shaved/buzzed 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is using topical minoxidil and finasteride, along with daily derma rolling, and is considering using an organic self-tanner on their shaved scalp. They seek advice on whether the self-tanner's ingredients could harm hair regrowth.

community What would be an ideal diet for promoting health for what's left/regrowth?

in Question 38 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses an ideal diet for promoting hair health, emphasizing biotin, collagen, vitamins C and E, zinc, selenium, anti-inflammatory foods, and blood circulation. It also mentions using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling for hair regrowth.

community High Nicotine use and Hair Loss

in Chat 77 upvotes 1 month ago

Heavy nicotine use can lead to hair thinning and loss, but quitting can reverse these effects. The user noticed significant hair regrowth after quitting vaping.

community Really stressed about my hair & so I am plannning to go with redensyl as against minoxidil

in Minoxidil 3 months ago

A user is considering using redensyl with procapil instead of minoxidil to reduce hair fall. They are stressed about hair loss and seek community feedback on these treatments.

community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

in Research/Science 235 upvotes 6 months ago

Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

community M35 - Oral fin 0.4mg, Mix 1.0mg - 3 month progress

in Progress Pictures 249 upvotes 9 months ago

A man, 35, shows 3-month hair regrowth progress using 0.4mg oral finasteride, 1.0mg minoxidil, topical minoxidil once daily, weekly dermastamping at 1.5mm, and ketoconazole shampoo. He experienced initial worsening, has no side effects, and received positive feedback on his early results.

community 18M 10 months on anti-androgens and oral min

in Progress Pictures 50 upvotes 10 months ago

An 18-year-old male used anti-androgens and oral Minoxidil for 10 months to treat hair loss. He initially used 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 5 months, then switched to Dutasteride for 4.5 months and inconsistently used 5mg oral Minoxidil for 2 months due to availability issues.

community Lil 4 month progress just on fin/min. Nothing special but realistic. I Like looking at my dead face when I was at my worst compared to now, gym helps yall

in Progress Pictures 355 upvotes 1 year ago

Slow_Class_4465's progress using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, which has resulted in drastic improvement. Other users have shared their experiences with the treatments, including possible side effects.

community Cigarette smokers had increased serum levels of DHT 14% higher than non smokers.

in Chat 82 upvotes 1 year ago

The effects of smoking cigarettes on DHT levels and its potential effect on hair loss, with some people sharing experiences in relation to their own hair loss. Various treatments for reducing or reversing hair loss were discussed, such as quitting smoking, minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841.

community 3 months. Dut, Min, Keto, Vitamin D, exercise

in Progress Pictures 353 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, vitamin D, scalp massage, exercise, and avoiding vaping and 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner to treat hair loss; they also discussed the side effects of finasteride.

community Just quit nicotine and caffeine

in Treatment 22 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement and is quitting nicotine and caffeine to see if it helps. Some believe quitting nicotine improved their hair health due to better blood flow, while others are skeptical about the impact of blood flow on hair loss.

community This serum outperformed Minoxidil in a recent study. Please debunk

23 upvotes 4 years ago

A topical solution called "Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density" by The Ordinary Company, which contains several ingredients that are used in alternatives to Minoxidil and was found to have better results than 5% Minoxidil in a study. People who have tried it shared their experiences with the serum as well.