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    GlossaryMedical Therapy (Medical Intervention)

    management and care of patients to treat or alleviate conditions

    Medical Therapy, also known as Medical Treatment or Clinical Therapy, refers to the management and care of a patient to combat disease or alleviate symptoms. This can include the use of medications, lifestyle changes, physical therapy, and other non-surgical methods. For example, in the context of alopecia, medical therapy might involve the use of topical treatments like minoxidil or oral medications such as finasteride to promote hair growth and reduce hair loss.

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      community Ronaldo and his Brothers Hairline (10 years difference)

      in Chat  498 upvotes 4 months ago
      Ronaldo's hairline remains sharp, while his brother's is receding. Opinions vary on whether Ronaldo uses treatments like finasteride or has had hair transplants, with some attributing his hairline to genetics and others to possible medical interventions.

      community 13 WEEKS MICRONEEDLING MONOTHERAPY

      in Microneedling  187 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's experience with microneedling monotherapy and potential treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, Stemoxydine, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and RU58841 for reversing hair loss.

      community Male pattern baldness, and mental health

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  323 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.

      community Proof you should Start fin early

      in Satire  248 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is a humorous discussion about hair loss, with users expressing envy towards an ancient figure who still has a full head of hair. No specific treatments are mentioned.

      community Today I started Finasteride. I have questions.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user started taking finasteride for hair loss and asked about its effects, the use of Tretinoin for hair growth, the right time to start minoxidil, and the effectiveness of microneedling. The responses advised patience with finasteride, suggested minoxidil as a last resort, doubted microneedling's help with finasteride, and stated no need for microneedling with Tretinoin.