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    GlossaryEarly-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia (Early-Onset AGA)

    genetic hair loss starting before age 30

    Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia refers to a form of hair loss that begins at a younger age, typically before the age of 30. It is characterized by a progressive thinning of hair, often following a pattern that is influenced by genetic and hormonal factors. This condition is commonly known as Early-Onset Male Pattern Baldness or Early-Onset Female Pattern Baldness, depending on the gender affected.

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      community Do we have to be junkies? That's funny

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, cialis, and metformin to protect hair and health. Some users caution against self-prescribing these drugs due to potential risks and complications.

      community Finasteride vs dutasteride (my experience)

      in Chat  26 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride showed faster hair regrowth within 3 months, while dutasteride took 8 months but resulted in twice the regrowth. Overall, finasteride had quicker results, but dutasteride had more significant long-term regrowth.

      community Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  194 upvotes 1 year ago
      A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.