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    GlossaryPermanent Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia

    long-term hair loss caused by chemotherapy treatment

    Permanent Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia (PCIA) refers to the long-term or irreversible loss of hair as a result of chemotherapy treatment. Unlike temporary hair loss, which is common during chemotherapy and usually resolves within months after treatment ends, PCIA means that the hair does not regrow, or regrows very sparsely, even after the completion of chemotherapy. This condition can significantly impact a patient's quality of life and self-esteem.

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      in Progress Pictures  613 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and finasteride, which they have used without side effects for a year. Other users shared their experiences and advice about potential side effects and supplements to help.

      community ~3 years on fin and alpecin shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  289 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and Alpecin shampoo for about three years, reporting thicker hair but an unchanged hairline. They are happy with their hair progress, noting the most improvement in the past five months, and mention a slight decrease in libido.

      community 22 | ~34 Months Finasteride Update

      in Progress Pictures  821 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their 34-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, noting they maintained regrowth even after stopping minoxidil a year ago. Other users shared similar experiences and expressed admiration for the results.