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    Glossary Follicular Occlusion

    blockage of hair follicles leading to inflammation and cysts

    Follicular occlusion refers to the blockage of hair follicles, which can lead to inflammation and the formation of painful lumps or cysts. This condition is often associated with skin disorders like acne, hidradenitis suppurativa, and dissecting cellulitis, where the normal process of hair growth and shedding is disrupted, causing trapped hair and debris to accumulate within the follicle.

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      community 1 year progress on fin/min chewables

       614 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair thickening after one year of using chewable finasteride (1.2 mg) and minoxidil (2.5 mg) without major side effects, except occasional low libido. The user sourced the treatments from Hims and noticed results around 5-6 months, with shedding lasting about two months.

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      in Treatment  44 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.

      community Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack

       48 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.

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