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    GlossaryIodine (I)

    essential element for thyroid hormone production and metabolic regulation

    Iodine is a chemical element with the symbol I and atomic number 53. It is essential for the production of thyroid hormones, which regulate metabolism, growth, and development. Iodine deficiency can lead to conditions such as goiter and hypothyroidism, and it is often added to table salt to prevent such deficiencies.

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      community I guess I’m cooked. 1mg fin/day 2.5 mg min/day + topical tretinoin (3x/week) + topical min/day. June 2023-june 2025

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg minoxidil daily, topical tretinoin three times a week, and topical minoxidil daily from June 2023 to June 2025 without noticeable improvement in hair loss. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride and increasing oral minoxidil to 5mg daily, but concerns about long-term health effects are raised.
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      in General  71 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 23-year-old man experiencing hair thinning and a receding hairline is advised to consider treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Shorter haircuts, such as a buzz cut, may help hair appear thicker, and wearing headphones is unlikely to significantly impact hair loss.

      community I am about to cry, umI hate my gens

      in Chat  56 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Hair loss affects confidence, with discussions on treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Emphasis is placed on self-acceptance and building confidence beyond appearance.

      community I always hear the advice to reduce scalp inflammation. What are some non-steroidal ways to reduce inflammation?

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.