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      community Drastic and sudden change in hair loss condition

      in General  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair loss and scalp itchiness despite using finasteride and plans to resume minoxidil and start microneedling. They are considering using clay, Aveda thickening tonic, and a beanie to manage the appearance of thinning hair.

      community Fluridil degrades the androgen receptor.

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Fluridil degrades androgen receptors, which are prevalent in the scalp and other tissues. People with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) may have higher expression of these receptors and 5AR activity in affected scalp areas.

      community Help finding a shampoo in Spain

      in Ketoconazole  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking a Ketoconazole shampoo in Spain to complement their hair loss treatment, which includes Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Biotin. They previously used Alpecin and are now looking for recommendations on Amazon.

      community I just made 60x of 5mg minoxidil sugar cubes

      in Minoxidil  1338 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user created oral minoxidil sugar cubes due to lack of prescription access, leading to a humorous discussion about unconventional and potentially unsafe methods of using minoxidil. The conversation highlights the lengths people go to for hair growth.

      community GHK-cu/Ahk-cu mix with minoxidil

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is seeking advice on mixing GHK-cu/AHK-cu with minoxidil for hair loss treatment. They are asking for recommendations on the correct mixing ratios and any experiences with copper peptides.

      community It's probably RU58841, which is weak in adenosine.

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using adenosine, finasteride, and minoxidil for hair loss treatment. The user ordered a 0.75% adenosine solution and is currently using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil 5%.

      community Haircafe video on Min Sulfate, thoughts?

      in Research/Science  101 upvotes 7 months ago
      Minoxidil sulfate is considered for those unresponsive to regular minoxidil, with some trying a 10% formulation from Folligenz. Concerns exist about the product's stability and transparency, but some users report positive initial results.

      community Whey Protein can cause hairloss in men with AGA as per a doctor

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 5 months ago
      Whey protein may slightly increase hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to elevated IGF-1 and testosterone levels, but the effect is minimal compared to treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Many users argue that whey protein's impact on hair loss is negligible and that maintaining a healthy lifestyle is more important.

      community 22M High Estrogen after blood test

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.

      community Comparison of the efficacy of topical minoxidil 5% and adenosine 0.75% solutions on male androgenetic alopecia and measuring patient satisfaction rate

      in Minoxidil  17 upvotes 7 years ago
      Comparing the effectiveness of minoxidil 5% and adenosine 0.75% for treating male androgenetic alopecia, and measuring patient satisfaction rate; results showed that adenosine is comparable to minoxidil but provides quicker results, however availability of products with adenosine is much less than those with minoxidil.

      community creatine has not effected my hair

      in Chat  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creatine generally does not affect hair loss, but some report increased shedding due to higher DHT levels. Many manage hair loss with dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil.

      community Possible natural pp405 solution

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 9 months ago
      Rotenone, a natural plant extract, may promote hair growth by increasing LDH activity and blocking MPC in the scalp, but it carries risks due to its toxicity. The suggested formulation includes Barbasco extract, DMSO, propylene glycol or PEG-400, ethanol, and a carrier oil.

      community Formula 82f and Keto?

      in Minoxidil  70 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using a topical treatment called Formula 82f, which contains finasteride, minoxidil, and a steroid, along with Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are considering whether to switch to oral medication for better results.

      community Vitamin C and hair growth PH levels

      in Product  33 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about using vitamin C and Magnesium L-Threonate for hair growth by reducing DHT binding to dermal papilla cells. The original post about vitamin C's pH levels and sebum control was possibly removed by a moderator.

      community Crystals in Minoxidil bottle

      in General  89 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil bottle developed crystals, possibly due to air exposure, but the trichologist advised not to worry. The user questions the advice, noting the lack of recommendations for finasteride or derma rolling.

      community Bloodwork Results. DHT and Testosterone Levels

      in Update  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared their bloodwork results showing DHT at 17 ng/dl and testosterone at 287 ng/dl, with a slight Vitamin D deficiency. They are seeking opinions on these levels and have an upcoming dermatologist appointment.

      community I'm convinced creatine causes hair loss for me

      in Product  183 upvotes 3 months ago
      Creatine is believed by some to cause hair loss, potentially by increasing DHT levels, despite conflicting evidence. Users report mixed results when combining creatine with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

      community I was very very very very very very very very wrong

      in Ketoconazole  48 upvotes 7 months ago
      Nizoral, a ketoconazole shampoo, can cause scalp dryness and hair shedding if overused. Users discuss alternatives like Selsun Blue, finasteride, and dutasteride for managing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Extreme regimen and still miniaturized hairs. AGA is just impossible to beat.

      in Insane  35 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's extreme regimen for hair loss, which includes taking oral and topical medications such as minoxidil, dutasteride, cyproterone acetate and bicalutamide, but still experiencing miniaturization. Suggestions were made to try other treatments such as RU58841 and Pyrilutamide, while also considering mental health treatment and advice on lookmaxxing.

      community Ketoconazole shampoo stopping shed

      in Ketoconazole  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced reduced hair shedding with Ketoconazole shampoo, suggesting it may help with scalp inflammation and hair health. They also use Minoxidil and Finasteride, and suspect food intolerance and stress contribute to their hair issues.

      community How to deal with tretinoin burning effect?

      in Product  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      Using tretinoin with minoxidil can cause burning and flaky skin due to alcohol in minoxidil and tretinoin's effects. Solutions include using minoxidil foam, starting with low tretinoin doses, moisturizing, and gradually increasing usage.