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      community found out im more responsive to dutastetide than finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and saw significant improvement in under two months. They also microneedle, take supplements including collagen and vitamin D3, use ketoconazole shampoo, and noticed accidental hair regrowth with retinol application on their face.

      community Is there any new drug that looks promising ?

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses GT20029, a drug in Phase II trials that targets androgen receptors with minimal systemic effects, and TDM-105795, a growth stimulant with a different mechanism than minoxidil that may revive papilla stem cells. Both are potential new treatments for hair loss.

      community Stumbled on some research

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      Elevated PGD2 levels in bald scalp tissue may contribute to hair loss, and treatments like castor oil, finasteride, and minoxidil are discussed as potential solutions. Some users explore alternatives like oral castor oil and cetirizine for those who cannot use finasteride.

      community Clascoterone study going on right now

      in Research/Science  352 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.

      community 18mo progress - topical fin/min + oral min/dut

      in Progress Pictures  91 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride/minoxidil and oral minoxidil/dutasteride, with some mild side effects that diminished over time. They plan to add microneedling to their regimen and have seen hair shedding cycles every six months, followed by thicker regrowth.

      community Temporalis Hypertrophy and hair loss

      in Treatment  24 upvotes 9 months ago
      Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and scalp exercises. Opinions vary on the effectiveness, with some attributing hair loss to muscle tension and inflammation, while others focus on genetics and DHT.

      community Unexpected hairline re-growth (taking new supplements)

      in Treatment  32 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user in their mid-30s experienced unexpected hairline regrowth after starting a new supplement stack, despite being on a regimen of finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral for over four years. The new supplements include Tongkat Ali, Fadogia Agrestis, Panax Red Ginseng, Vitamin B1, Vitamin D3, Zinc Picolinate, Magnesium Glycinate, Maca, and L-Citrulline.

      community Surprisingly thorough study on He-Shou-Wu/Fo Ti

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      He Shou Wu (Fo Ti) extract was found to prolong the hair growth phase, inhibit 5-alpha-reductase (like finasteride), reduce androgen receptors, and increase growth factors, potentially outperforming minoxidil in recovering hair follicle size after DHT exposure. Two compounds, emodin and TSG, are identified as responsible for these effects and warrant further investigation.

      community Experience with hair transplant or additional mechanisms for hairline

      in Transplants  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 27-year-old male is using a minoxidil and finasteride spray for hairline recession and is considering other treatments like oral minoxidil, exosomes, PRP, or a hair transplant. Suggestions include microneedling, possibly with tretinoin, while another user suggests the hairline is fine and mentions body dysmorphia.

      community Great news recently for people with hairloss!

      in Research/Science  113 upvotes 1 year ago
      A potential treatment for alopecia involving a protein that calms hair follicles has shown promise in rats, but skepticism remains about its applicability to humans. Many users express doubt about the timeline for effective hair loss treatments, comparing it to past unfulfilled promises.

      community DUPA - Impossible to cure, so giving up

      in Update  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user diagnosed with DUPA tried treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil without success and is considering a hair system. They hope for a future cure, possibly with PP405, and others suggest options like scalp biopsy and SMP.

      community Has anyone tried latanoprost+microneedle?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling combined with latanoprost may convert vellus hairs to transitional or terminal hairs. The user suggests using oral minoxidil to increase vellus hair, then applying a high concentration of latanoprost with microneedling for conversion.

      community DUPA / APHK discussion ( Diffuse unpatterned alopecia / Acquired Progressive Hair Kinkering )

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user discusses their experience with diffuse unpatterned alopecia and acquired progressive hair kinkering, noting improvements with treatments including biotin, pantothenic acid, finasteride, ketoconazole, and zinc pyrithione shampoo. They report thicker, healthier hair and improved scalp condition, attributing success mainly to biotin, pantothenic acid, and finasteride.

      community Verteporfin day 119 update - donor hair regeneration human trial

      in Research/Science  147 upvotes 3 years ago
      A human trial of verteporfin, a drug that can inhibit wound healing by scarring and promote regeneration of original tissue and hair follicles to provide an unlimited source for hair transplants; people discussed the potential of this drug and how it could be rolled out in mainstream with more doctors getting on board.

      community How likely do you think it is for PP405 to come out?

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 6 months ago
      PP405 is a potential new hair loss treatment that works through metabolic pathways rather than hormonal ones, with an estimated market release between late 2027 and 2029. Current alternatives to finasteride include minoxidil, pyralutamide, fluridil, and RU58841, with hair transplants also being a viable option.

      community My skin is always dry and flakes like chalk (25)

      in Transgender  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user underwent a biopsy two years ago and was diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, leading to hair issues. They tried treatments including Minoxidil, betamethasone, lymecycline, topical Accutane, and dutasteride, as well as diet changes, without improvement in hair thickness or skin dryness.

      community STEM CELL TREATMENT FOR HAIR LOSS at home

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      User considers trying AAPE for hair restoration, costing $700 for 6 months. Others discuss its potential effectiveness and mention a study with promising results.

      community Polydopamine Synergizes with Quercetin Nanosystem to Reshape the Perifollicular Microenvironment for Accelerating Hair Regrowth in Androgenetic Alopecia.

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgenetic alopecia by reshaping the perifollicular microenvironment, outperforming minoxidil in hair regeneration. The nanosystem promotes cell proliferation, hair follicle renewal, and recovery by scavenging reactive oxygen species and enhancing neovascularity.