Search
for

    GlossaryBirth Control (Family Planning)

    methods to prevent pregnancy through hormonal, barrier, or surgical means

    Birth control, also known as contraception or family planning, refers to methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy. These methods can include hormonal options like birth control pills, intrauterine devices (IUDs), barrier methods like condoms, and surgical procedures such as vasectomy or tubal ligation.

    Related Terms

    Learn

    5 / 5 results

      learn Tretinoin

      the gold standard retinoid in dermatology that's also helpful for hair regrowth alongside Minoxidil

      learn Lavender

      plant and natural oil with antimicrobial and some anti-androgenic effects

      learn Procyanidin

      bioflavonoid found in plants with antioxidant and hair stimulating properties

      learn Follistatin

      glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin

    Research

    5 / 1000+ results

    Community Join

    5 / 851 results

      community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

      community Does losing your hair make you hit the gym ?

      in Satire 1 year ago
      How some people start going to the gym when they begin to lose their hair, as well as discussing various treatments (Finasteride, Minoxidil and Dermarolling) for hair loss.

      community Stopped minoxidil for a year after a year of using it. Starting again.

      in Minoxidil  158 upvotes 2 years ago
      ? This post by PastelDeUva discusses their experience with Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss treatments, which they stopped using for a year before resuming due to family's negative opinion. After restarting, they posted photos of the progression/regression of their hairline and are now planning on adding finasteride and dermarolling in order to get good results.

      community Planning to for Hair transplant

      in Transplants  104 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about someone considering a hair transplant due to ineffective hair loss treatments, with suggestions ranging from trying a hairpiece to continuing with medications like finasteride and minoxidil, and waiting for new treatments. Some advise against a transplant due to the extent of hair loss and the cost, while others share different views on the effectiveness of transplants and non-surgical options.