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    GlossaryMacrofibrils

    large structural components within hair fibers, enhancing strength and elasticity

    Macrofibrils are large, structural components found within hair fibers, composed of smaller units called microfibrils. These macrofibrils contribute to the strength and elasticity of hair, playing a crucial role in its overall integrity and resilience.

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      community 12 months of progress on fin (and 10 months microneedling)

      in Update  364 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hair loss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.

      community Kind of cool early Fin + Min update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user noticed new dark hairs growing in previously bald areas after using oral finasteride and minoxidil for a month. They are pleased with the progress and find it interesting, even though they are content with a shaved head.

      community 23M. 2 month progress 0.5 mg DUT and 5% min twice daily

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 23-year-old male is using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole with zinc pyrithione shampoo twice a week to address diffused thinning and hair loss. He is seeking advice on whether his hair will regrow and if additional treatments are needed.

      community Jxl069 (pp405 api) week 8 update

      in Progress Pictures  183 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared minimal results from using JXL-069 for hair loss, noting a slight lengthening of vellus hairs and plans to switch to a prodrug variant due to limited effectiveness. They also mentioned using finasteride and minoxidil, which have plateaued in results.