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    GlossaryOral Contraceptives (OC)

    medications taken orally to prevent pregnancy

    Oral contraceptives, commonly known as "the pill," are medications taken by mouth to prevent pregnancy. They typically contain synthetic forms of the hormones estrogen and progestin, which work by inhibiting ovulation, thickening cervical mucus to block sperm, and altering the uterine lining to prevent implantation.

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      community October 2024 - Jan 2025 4 months

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using topical finasteride 1% and minoxidil 5% over four months, with no side effects and improved hair density. They initially experienced shedding, which was followed by regrowth, and they stopped dermarolling due to concerns about damaging new growth.

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      in Progress Pictures  313 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user shared their hair loss treatment progress from October 2023 to January 2025, using 1.25 mg finasteride daily, 2.5 mg minoxidil, Hims shampoo, and a multivitamin. They noted improved hair growth despite not saving their hairline.

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      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 30-year-old man has been treating his hair loss with 5% Minoxidil foam, a combination of 0.3% Finasteride and 6% Minoxidil at night, weekly dermastamping with 1.5 mm needles, and 1% ketoconazole shampoo 2-3 times a week for four months. He is asking for opinions on his hair regrowth and whether he can expect full recovery of his crown.
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      in Progress Pictures  281 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user shared a four-month hair growth progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, and Hims thick fix shampoo every other day. Replies include comments on photo quality and lighting, a joke about the frequency of Hims product mentions, and the original poster humorously wishing for a Hims sponsorship.

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      in Progress Pictures  414 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil 5% twice daily and 1mg finasteride daily, along with microstamping every 14 days. They reported initial shedding but achieved satisfying results by month four, with minimal side effects.