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    GlossaryZinc Supplementation

    intake of zinc to prevent or address deficiency

    Zinc supplementation refers to the intake of zinc, typically in the form of dietary supplements, to address or prevent zinc deficiency. Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including immune response, DNA synthesis, and cell division. It is also important for maintaining healthy skin, hair, and nails. In the context of hair health, adequate zinc levels can help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.

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      community Rate my regimen: 20yo/M looking for advice

      in Satire  145 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 20 year old male discussing his hair loss regimen, which includes using topical dutasteride, rogaine, RU58841, minoxidil and Avodart pills as well as scalp massage, stabbing head with steak knife, counting shed hairs under a hair net and sending them to a lab for analysis. Suggestions from other users include scalping method and switching to saw palmetto and zinc supplements.

      community Leaving the fight. Got buzzed.

      in Shaved/buzzed  271 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user has decided to embrace their hair loss and has buzzed their head. They plan to continue their current hair loss treatments until they run out of stock. They also mention having dandruff and will continue medication for that.

      community 10 weeks results, minox+1mg fin M25

      in Finasteride  34 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user shared their 10-week progress using Minoxidil and 1mg Finasteride daily, reporting no side effects and increased sex drive. Replies praised the noticeable improvement in hair thickness and hairline definition.

      community What do you do about hairloss where scalp feels tight? Losing Hope

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using 0.5mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil twice daily, iron and zinc supplements, derma rolling weekly, and Nizoral weekly for hair loss. Despite these treatments, he experiences tight, painful scalp areas with no progress and some hair loss.

      community 1 year later, min 2ml daily, fin 1mg to 0.5 daily + microneedling

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  147 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user, Salt_Ad6339, shares their positive experience with hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for a year, along with microneedling. However, they also mention experiencing chest/nipple pain and suspect it may be a side effect of finasteride. They decide to stop using it for now and see if minoxidil alone can maintain their hair. Other users in the conversation discuss the potential side effects of finasteride and suggest using an aromatase inhibitor to counteract them.