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    GlossaryWood's lamp (Wood's light)

    emits UV light to diagnose skin and hair conditions

    A Wood's lamp, also known as a Wood's light, is a diagnostic tool that emits ultraviolet (UV) light. When shone on the skin or hair, it can help identify fungal infections, bacterial infections, and pigmentary disorders by causing affected areas to fluoresce in distinctive colors. This tool is particularly useful in dermatology for diagnosing conditions like tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) and vitiligo.

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      community 18M 10 months on anti-androgens and oral min

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old male used anti-androgens and oral Minoxidil for 10 months to treat hair loss. He initially used 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 5 months, then switched to Dutasteride for 4.5 months and inconsistently used 5mg oral Minoxidil for 2 months due to availability issues.

      community This is what some balding dudes are like

      in Satire  1049 upvotes 1 month ago
      Some people avoid finasteride due to side effects but engage in unhealthy habits. Minoxidil and finasteride are common hair loss treatments, with varied side effect experiences.

      community PYRILUTAMIDE progress in 15 months

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the progress made with Pyrilutamide over 15 months. One person suggests using oral Minoxidil or Dutasteride, but another mentions experiencing negative side effects from oral Finasteride.

      community 2 months of 1mg Finasteride daily , %5 minoxidil 2x daily, Nizoral Shampoo and 1.5mm depth microneedling weekly

      in Progress Pictures  229 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures after using 1mg Finasteride daily, 5% Minoxidil twice daily, Nizoral Shampoo, and weekly microneedling at 1.5mm depth for two months, reporting no side effects and discussing their routine and supplements. Commenters reacted positively, with one advising caution with creatine and another endorsing the benefits of microneedling.

      community Hair Loss Treatment Iceberg Chart

      in Satire  1376 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, ass hair transplant, topical Viagra, castration, and transitioning to female. A user mentions an experimental drug called M4U-5 (Mousteride) that turns you into a mouse.