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    GlossaryMilia

    small, white cysts on skin caused by trapped keratin

    Milia, also known as milk spots, are small, white or yellowish cysts that typically appear on the face, especially around the eyes and cheeks. They form when keratin, a protein found in the skin, becomes trapped beneath the surface. While common in newborns, milia can also occur in people of all ages and are generally harmless, often resolving on their own without treatment.

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      in Update  59 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 37-year-old person taking 0.25mg of Finasteride daily to treat hair loss, with the goal of saving existing hair rather than regrowing it, who experienced an expected dramatic shed and subsequent improvement in their hair noticeably after 3 months. A 38 year old had a similar experience with the same timeline and result.

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      The effectiveness of using minoxidil alone as a hair loss treatment, and whether or not finasteride should be taken in addition to the minoxidil. Replies suggest that minoxidil is only effective for a short period of time, and finasteride should be added to the treatment plan.

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