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    GlossaryHereditary Hypotrichosis Simplex

    genetic condition causing progressive hair thinning and loss

    Hereditary Hypotrichosis Simplex (HHS) is a genetic condition characterized by progressive hair thinning and loss, typically beginning in childhood or adolescence. Unlike other forms of hair loss, HHS does not involve scarring or other skin abnormalities, and it primarily affects the scalp, leading to sparse or absent hair over time.

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      community Coffee and androgenetic alopecia

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a claim that avoiding coffee can lead to significant hair regrowth in individuals with androgenetic alopecia. Participants are skeptical, with some sharing personal anecdotes that contradict the claim, and others discussing the potential role of caffeine in hair loss and the effectiveness of other treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.