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      community Why is it barely impossible to find balding South Korean men

      in Research/Science  251 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the rarity of baldness among South Korean men. Users suggest this could be due to early treatment, high beauty standards, accessibility of healthcare, and genetics. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are commonly used, and hair transplants are also popular.

      community Oral Minoxidil Study of 60 AGA patients

      in Minoxidil  69 upvotes 3 years ago
      Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.

      community 8-months progress: dermarolling + supplements

      in Progress Pictures  260 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared an 8-month hair loss treatment progress using daily saw palmetto and biotin capsules, weekly dermarolling, and a scalp lotion mix of castor, jojoba, and rosemary oils, avoiding finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects and cost. The user reported encouraging progress with slight hairline improvement and better crown area, attributing most success to dermarolling.

      community Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems

      in Update  97 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.