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    GlossaryTopical Treatment (Topical Medication)

    application of medication directly to skin or mucous membranes

    Topical treatment refers to the application of a medication directly to a specific area of the skin or mucous membranes to treat localized conditions. This method is commonly used for skin disorders, including alopecia, where treatments like creams, gels, or solutions are applied to the scalp to promote hair growth or reduce hair loss.

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      community 3 Doctors 3 Diagnoses: Please help.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experiencing hair loss received three different diagnoses: androgenic alopecia, traction alopecia, and scarring alopecia, and tried treatments like minoxidil and finasteride without success. They are considering dutasteride but were advised to seek anti-inflammatory medication instead.

      community Received Kintor’s KX-826 Today

      in Product  84 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user received Kintor’s KX-826/Pyrilutamide and shared initial impressions, noting concerns about the product's labeling and marketing. Other users discussed the legitimacy of the product, its effectiveness, and compared it to other treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community 3 months minoxidil and dermarolling.

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared progress pictures after 3 months of using Minoxidil 5% and dermarolling, noting significant shedding but positive results. They plan to continue and may add finasteride.

      community Massive hair gains! Hope! May this post be a light to you in dark phases when all other lights go out

      in Progress Pictures  193 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old man saw significant hair regrowth after starting a regimen in January that included topical minoxidil with finasteride, vitamins D and B12, fish oil, zinc with magnesium, quitting smoking, and intermittent fasting. People commented on the effectiveness of minoxidil in Southern populations and asked about the details and timeline of his treatment.