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    developmental stage marked by physical and hormonal changes for reproduction

    Puberty is the developmental stage during which a child's body undergoes physical and hormonal changes to become capable of sexual reproduction. This period typically involves the growth of body hair, development of secondary sexual characteristics like breast development in females and deepening of the voice in males, and the onset of menstruation in females.

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      community How can I tell when I’m old enough to take Finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 week ago
      An 18-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss and is considering starting finasteride treatment but is concerned about its effects on puberty and development. They previously tried finasteride but stopped due to side effects and are seeking advice on when it's safe to resume.

      community Starting on finasteride at 17.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 17-year-old is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, despite concerns about potential side effects and the impact on development. The user is advised to check if puberty is complete and to consider using only minoxidil until adulthood.

      community How dangerous would fin be for me to take at 18?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss without noticeable improvement and is considering oral finasteride. Some users suggest starting oral finasteride at 18 is fine, especially if puberty is complete, while others recommend caution and consulting a specialist.

      community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

      in Research/Science  92 upvotes 2 years ago
      The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.