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    GlossaryVery Low-Density Lipoprotein

    lipoprotein that transports triglycerides from liver to tissues

    Very Low-Density Lipoprotein (VLDL) is a type of lipoprotein made by the liver that primarily carries triglycerides, a type of fat, to tissues throughout the body. High levels of VLDL in the blood can contribute to the buildup of plaque in arteries, increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

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      community NW5 at 19. How many grafts do I need?

      in Transplants  140 upvotes   1 year ago
      A 19-year-old with rapid hair loss since 16 is considering a hair transplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.

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       68 upvotes   6 years ago
      A user's experience with dealing with hair loss, and the advice that was shared by other users to cope with it. Suggested treatments included shaving their head, using medications such as finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, as well as dermarolling.

      community 5 Months Finasteride + Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  676 upvotes   1 year ago
      This user has achieved impressive results after 5 months of using Finasteride and Minoxidil, which appear to have stopped hair loss and stimulated new growth. They have also incorporated derma pen treatments and supplements such as Zinc picolinate and DMAE into their regimen.