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    GlossaryConnective Tissue Disorder

    group of diseases affecting tissues that support and bind organs

    A Connective Tissue Disorder (CTD) refers to a group of diseases that affect the tissues that support, bind, or separate other tissues and organs in the body. These disorders can impact the skin, bones, cartilage, blood vessels, and other vital structures, often leading to symptoms like joint pain, skin abnormalities, and organ dysfunction. Examples include lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and scleroderma.

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      in Update  114 upvotes 7 years ago
      A potential treatment for hair loss that involves injecting fat into the scalp; the role of testosterone and estrogen in thinning fat tissue under the skin; research on using lard to treat androgenic alopecia, as well as PRP + ACELL/amniotic stem cell treatments; and ongoing clinical trials by doctors involved in the study.

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      in Minoxidil  245 upvotes 1 year ago
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      community AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST

      in Chat  79 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.

      community How I started reversing Male Pattern Baldness naturally ?

      in Question  8 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user reversed male pattern baldness using a pro-thyroid diet, lifestyle changes, and scalp stimulation exercises, without Minoxidil or Finasteride. They reported reduced dandruff, itchiness, oiliness, and experienced hair regrowth and thickening over 15 months.