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    GlossaryFrontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FAA)

    scarring hair loss at the front hairline, often in postmenopausal women

    Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) is a type of scarring hair loss that primarily affects postmenopausal women, though it can occur in men and younger women. It is characterized by a progressive recession of the frontal hairline and often includes loss of eyebrows and other body hair. The condition is thought to be an autoimmune disorder, where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to inflammation and permanent hair loss.

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      community Hairline Progress - 2.5 Months Topical Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  152 upvotes 7 months ago
      User shared hairline progress after 2.5 months using topical finasteride (0.25%) and minoxidil (5%) once daily. Minimal side effects reported, including fewer morning erections but no significant issues like dandruff or shedding.

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      in Progress Pictures  661 upvotes 1 day ago
      The user started finasteride in April 2024 after experiencing hair thinning and had been using minoxidil since January 2023. They report significant hair recovery with no side effects from finasteride, and they continue to use both treatments together.

      community 4 month Min+Fin progress (topical)

      in Progress Pictures  124 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using a topical solution with 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, applied twice daily. They reported good results despite occasional missed applications.