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    GlossaryScalp Thickness

    combined depth of skin and tissue layers on the head

    Scalp thickness refers to the combined depth of the skin, subcutaneous tissue, and other layers that make up the scalp. It can vary between individuals and different areas of the scalp, typically ranging from 5 to 8 millimeters. Understanding scalp thickness is important for medical professionals when performing procedures like hair transplants or scalp surgeries, as it affects the approach and techniques used.

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      community 11 months on fin only. Regrowth + thickness

      in Progress Pictures  572 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported hair regrowth and increased thickness after 11 months using finasteride 1mg, taken 3-4 times a week, with noticeable improvement starting around the third or fourth month. No side effects were mentioned, and the user is considering reducing the dosage to find the minimum needed to maintain results.
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      community 7 months progress on topical finasteride + minoxidil solution

      in Progress Pictures  26 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user shared their 7-month progress using a topical solution of finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting some improvement in hair thickness but acknowledging poor photo quality. They plan to switch to a combination of topical dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, hoping for better results.

      community M32, almost 3 moths, fin oral 1,25g/daily + min 2xday + keto 2% shapoo 1/week microneedling once a week

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 32-year-old man has been treating his hair loss with daily oral finasteride (1.25g), twice-daily topical minoxidil, weekly ketoconazole 2% shampoo, and weekly microneedling for almost three months, with no side effects from finasteride. He started with a Hamilton Norwood scale rating of 5 and has seen improvement without experiencing pain by using a 0.8mm needle length for microneedling.

      community No more bald spot! Fin min dut hair regrowth

      in Progress Pictures  241 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth by switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, along with using a leave-in conditioner, rosemary shampoo, and a hair powder drink. They noted improved hair health and thickness, attributing success to this regimen and advising others on similar treatments.