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    GlossaryHair Follicle Count

    total number of hair follicles in a specific area

    Hair Follicle Count refers to the total number of hair follicles present on the scalp or a specific area of the body. This metric is often used in medical and cosmetic evaluations to assess hair density, diagnose conditions like alopecia, and plan treatments such as hair transplants.

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      community 3.5 months Topical Finasteride/Monoxidal

      in Progress Pictures  414 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatment with topical finasteride/minoxidil, which had good results after 3.5 months of application. The user also asked if there was any reason to take the oral pill version and if anyone has ever tried mixing them together.

      community Dutasteride absolutely nukes hair DHT

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  486 upvotes 8 months ago
      Dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels, potentially more effectively than finasteride, and is used to treat hair loss. Some users report side effects like reduced libido and mood changes, while others experience hair regrowth and increased testosterone.

      community Dutasteride Users, do you Still Take Creatine?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential impact of creatine on hair loss, with some users sharing personal experiences of increased shedding while others argue there's no scientific evidence linking creatine to hair loss. The original poster switched from finasteride to dutasteride and is considering resuming creatine after monitoring its effects on hair loss.

      community Topical Minoxidil is a pain in the ass for diffuse thinners

      in Minoxidil  95 upvotes 3 years ago
      Topical minoxidil being a difficult product to apply, with users considering finasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil as alternative treatments for diffuse thinning hair. Other advice includes shaving the head in the first 3 months of using minoxidil and finding ways to apply it without saturating the hair.