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    GlossaryRapid Weight Loss

    significant reduction in body weight over a short period

    Rapid Weight Loss, also known as Sudden Weight Loss or Quick Weight Loss, refers to a significant reduction in body weight over a short period of time, often due to extreme dieting, illness, or other medical conditions. While it might be intentional through methods like crash diets or intense exercise, it can also be a symptom of underlying health issues such as hyperthyroidism, diabetes, or gastrointestinal disorders. Rapid weight loss can lead to various health complications, including muscle loss, nutritional deficiencies, and hair loss (alopecia).

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      community 31M - major hair shedding after weight loss + stopping vitamins — help!

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced hair shedding after rapid weight loss and stopping vitamins, despite using minoxidil and other supplements. He is considering Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil instead of finasteride due to trying for kids, and is concerned about high ferritin and DHEAS levels.
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      community M22:Hair Query. Advice Needed

      in General  56 upvotes 2 months ago
      Rapid weight loss led to hair thinning and shedding. Suggested treatments include minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and CBD with MCT oil.

      community Are carbohydrates needed for hair growth

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.

      community Hair loss recover with topical Fin/Min treatment.

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 42-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using a topical treatment of finasteride, ketoconazole, and minoxidil, noticing increased hair density and reduced hair loss over a year. He plans to switch to oral finasteride and continue using topical minoxidil, with a dermatologist's guidance.

      community Will Finasteride/Dutasteride Work for me ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 24-year-old male is experiencing hair loss and considering treatments like finasteride and minoxidil after noticing low levels of Vitamin D, iron, and testosterone. Users discuss the effectiveness of these treatments and the importance of consulting a dermatologist, while also mentioning potential side effects of finasteride.