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    GlossaryInducible Hair Loss (IH)

    hair loss triggered by external factors like stress or medications

    Inducible Hair Loss (IH) refers to hair loss that is triggered by external factors or conditions, such as medications, stress, or physical trauma. Unlike genetic or autoimmune forms of hair loss, IH is typically reversible once the triggering factor is removed or managed.

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      community Diagnosed with MPB at 16 (Male)

      in Treatment  53 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 16-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitamin D, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.

      community (Serious) News and discussion on potential treatments

      in Treatment  27 upvotes 4 months ago
      Current hair loss treatments include finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling. New treatments like TDM-105795, GT20029, and others show promise but require more testing and time before approval.

      community Starting Finasterid with Vitamin defficiancies

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user started finasteride and experienced increased shedding for five months. They are concerned about how low vitamin levels might affect the shedding and effectiveness of finasteride.

      community Minoxidil 3 Months Crazy Transformation?

      in Is this regrowth?  577 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil, water-soluble pumpkin seed oil, and saw palmetto. Despite not using finasteride, the user reported reduced hair loss and increased hair growth, especially around the temples and beard.