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    GlossaryMenorrhagia (Heavy menstrual bleeding)

    abnormally heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding

    Menorrhagia, also known as heavy menstrual bleeding, refers to abnormally heavy or prolonged menstrual periods. It is characterized by excessive blood loss that can interfere with a woman's physical, emotional, and social quality of life. This condition can be caused by various factors, including hormonal imbalances, uterine fibroids, polyps, or underlying health conditions such as bleeding disorders.

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      community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

      in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago
      In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

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      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced heavy hair shedding after switching finasteride brands and is concerned whether it's due to fake finasteride or a normal part of the treatment process. They have been using finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and derma rolling for almost 8 months.

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      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      After adding tretinoin to minoxidil for hair loss treatment, the user experienced increased shedding and no visible regrowth, despite also using microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. The user cannot take finasteride due to side effects and is seeking advice on whether to continue with the current routine or modify the use of tretinoin.