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    GlossaryOccipital Hair Loss

    thinning or loss of hair at the back of the head

    Occipital hair loss refers to the thinning or loss of hair at the back of the head, specifically in the occipital region, which is located near the base of the skull. This type of hair loss can be caused by various factors, including genetic predisposition, traction alopecia from tight hairstyles, or medical conditions such as alopecia areata. Understanding the underlying cause is crucial for effective treatment and management.

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      community Cbum's hair transplant looks absolutely terrible

      in Transplants  967 upvotes 1 week ago
      A bodybuilder's hair transplant appears unnatural with a straight hairline and low density, possibly worsened by not using finasteride. The Turkish clinic is criticized for poor design, and the transplant may have been free for promotion.

      community My strong recommendation for those shedding hair

      in Treatment  94 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user with aggressive male pattern baldness found that topical melatonin significantly reduced their hair shedding to 1 or 2 hairs per day and noticed some thickening of side hair. They tried many treatments like finasteride and minoxidil with little success, but topical melatonin showed immediate results in reducing hair loss.
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      community Anyone else realize how many younger guys are balding?

      in Chat  262 upvotes 3 months ago
      Many younger men are experiencing hair loss due to genetics, diet, stress, and lifestyle changes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are mentioned, with some users noting improvements.