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    GlossaryFollicle Transection

    accidental cutting of hair follicles during transplant surgery

    Follicle transection refers to the accidental cutting or damaging of hair follicles during hair transplant surgery. This can occur when the surgical instruments used to extract or implant hair grafts inadvertently sever the follicles, potentially reducing the success rate of the transplant and affecting hair growth outcomes.

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      in Minoxidil  199 upvotes 11 months ago
      Minoxidil can help with hair regrowth, especially when combined with finasteride, but it doesn't address the root cause of androgenic alopecia. Finasteride is often recommended as the primary treatment, with minoxidil as a supportive option.

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      in Chat  158 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.