A bald groom was beaten by the family of the bride for wearing a wig. The conversation discusses the cultural stigma around baldness in India and the consequences of deception in arranged marriages.
Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be an early warning sign for type 2 diabetes due to its association with insulin resistance. Treatments discussed include testosterone therapy and finasteride, which affects hormone levels related to hair loss and insulin sensitivity.
The user "AcanthocephalaNo7632" shared their progress with hair loss, mentioning the use of minoxidil and finasteride. Some users questioned the authenticity of the progress pictures.
Balding is challenging, and relying on medications like finasteride is often seen as a better option than constantly shaving or trying to compensate in other areas. Many feel that societal expectations to "own it" or drastically change oneself to cope with baldness are unrealistic and burdensome.