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    GlossaryStretch Marks (Striae Distensae)

    long, narrow streaks on skin from rapid stretching or growth

    Stretch marks, also known as striae or striae distensae, are long, narrow streaks or lines that develop on the skin when it is stretched rapidly, such as during pregnancy, rapid weight gain, or growth spurts. They occur when the dermis, the middle layer of the skin, is torn due to the stretching, leading to the formation of scar tissue. Initially, they may appear red or purple but often fade to a silvery-white color over time.

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      community Theory And Observation: Why Being Bald Can Really Work

      in Shaved/buzzed  88 upvotes 9 months ago
      The original poster believes shaving his head made him more attractive to a specific group of women, despite being less attractive overall. The conversation includes various opinions on attractiveness, with some agreeing that being bald can work for certain men, while others suggest maintaining hair is generally more appealing.

      community Shaving is NOT accepting baldness

      in Shaved/buzzed  52 upvotes 1 year ago
      Accepting baldness and the various ways people try to cope with it, such as shaving, using medications like minoxidil and finasteride, or getting a hair transplant. Participants discussed how true acceptance of hair loss involves confronting difficult emotions such as grief for one's former appearance and identity, as opposed to simply superficially hiding it with a shaved head.

      community Don't know how but this is an accurate depiction

      in Satire  265 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including topical finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, RU58841, peppermint oil, and microneedling. It also mentions lifestyle changes like converting to Islam and avoiding smoking, drinking, and partying.

      community I can't take care of myself because of hair loss.

      in Chat  165 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user feeling hopeless due to hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and OM for over a year. Responses suggest therapy, self-improvement, and changing perspectives on appearance.

      community 28 M....only oral finasteride 1mg

      in Progress Pictures  245 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 28-year-old male using only oral finasteride 1mg since May 15, 2024, reports no side effects and significant hair improvement. He plans to continue finasteride for three more months and is considering adding D3+K2 drops, zinc, folate, and magnesium glycinate.

      community M29 Dut/Min/Microneedle/Tretinoin

      in Is this regrowth?  23 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user has been using finasteride since 2018, switched to dutasteride, and added minoxidil, microneedling, and a tretinoin/spiro compound. They are pleased with the results and hopeful for more improvement.

      community Looking For Clinic Recommendations

      in Transplants 5 months ago
      A 27-year-old seeking affordable hair transplant clinics, particularly in Mexico, after using finasteride for years. Recommendations for Dr. Nader and Dr. Cortez were mentioned.

      community (M24) ~5 years progress on Fin & Min. AMA

      in Progress Pictures  1697 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "LandB4TimeIn3D" shared their hair loss progress using finasteride (Fin) and minoxidil (Min). They experienced shedding for the first few years but saw significant regrowth after about 2-3 years. They also mentioned using topical liquid minoxidil twice a day.

      community 4 month is in - 2 pics - fin/min+

      in Progress Pictures  386 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user shared a 4-month update on their hair regrowth journey using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, reporting significant progress and styling ability. They emphasized persistence, shared their regimen details, and addressed side effects like weaker erections and blurry vision, which improved with lifestyle changes.

      community AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST

      in Chat  76 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.

      community 12 Month Progress w/ Topical Fin+Min

      in Progress Pictures  171 upvotes 5 months ago
      User shared 12-month progress using topical 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil daily. Most replies suggest waiting longer for potential further regrowth before considering a hair transplant.

      community 25m with 1 year on 0.5mg Finasteride ED

      in Progress Pictures  219 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old man has been on 0.5mg Finasteride daily for a year, maintaining his hair with some regrowth and plans to increase the dose to 1mg. Some suggest adding Minoxidil for better results, while he considers it if his condition worsens.

      community Chris Bumstead Hair Tansplant at Now Hair Time

      in Transplants  477 upvotes 1 year ago
      Chris Bumstead got a hair transplant at Now Hair Time, and the discussion focuses on why he chose a less reputable clinic despite having the means for a better one, with some suggesting it was for financial gain. The conversation also touches on concerns about the naturalness of the hairline and the potential impact of his steroid use on the transplant's success.

      community It’s over. NOTHING has worked.

      in Chat  95 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user who has been trying various treatments for hair loss for four years, with no success. Suggestions include use of minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, supplements and multivitamins, lifestyle changes, scalp biopsy, and SMP.

      community How to reduce cortisol (stress hormone) naturally?

      in Chat  38 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses natural ways to reduce cortisol, such as avoiding caffeine, getting proper sleep, syncing with the sun, walking in nature, breathing exercises, increasing calories, and not doing keto. Magnesium supplements are recommended for stress reduction.

      community I'm regrowing my hair while being on the harshest steroids

       10 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is regrowing hair while using steroids by following a regimen that includes Rogaine, RU58841, Dutasteride, Nizoral, PGE2, and occasionally castor oil. Despite using harsh steroids like Tren, Masteron, and Proviron, the user reports successful hair regrowth.

      community this community is so funny bro

      in Satire  1787 upvotes 1 month ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are discussed, with users sharing mixed experiences about effectiveness and side effects. Some users report positive results, while others express concerns about side effects, highlighting the importance of personal choice.

      community I married my high school crush because of balding

      in Satire  1051 upvotes 9 months ago
      A man shared how his baldness led to reconnecting with his high school crush, resulting in marriage. The conversation includes jokes and varied opinions on balding, with no specific treatments mentioned.

      community 8 months min fin derma roller, how it’s look like?

      in Is this regrowth?  706 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after 8 months of using minoxidil, finasteride, and a derma roller. The user started seeing results after beginning derma rolling, using 0.25% finasteride and 5% minoxidil twice daily.

      community 3 Month Diffuse Thinner Update. 23yo Korean.

      in Progress Pictures  736 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user Consistent-Gene1334 shared their positive results in regrowing hair by using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. Other users in the conversation praised the results and discussed the effectiveness of these treatments for diffuse thinning.
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