Adipose fat cells and stem cells may help treat hair loss by restoring the scalp's thickness. Treatments like NanoFat injections and Botox are discussed for their potential to promote hair growth.
A user is seeking advice on adding dutasteride to their finasteride regimen to stop DHT-related scalp itch. They have tried selenium sulfide and ketoconazole shampoos with temporary success.
Rapamycin, finasteride, and minoxidil are discussed as a strategy for hair loss prevention and reversal. Pulsed dosing of rapamycin is suggested to avoid conflicting effects with minoxidil.
Alfatradiol is discussed as a weak 5ARI and estrogen, not as effective as minoxidil, RU58841, or CB-03-01, but a safe alternative for those who can't use finasteride. Users express frustration over the lack of strong FDA-approved topical antiandrogens for hair loss.
The user is considering increasing their dutasteride dose and trying clascoterone or RU58841 for hair loss stabilization. They have used finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some success but recent setbacks.
The user is considering RU58841 and has been using dutasteride since age 17. They are seeking affordable SARD options, mentioning ASC-J9, GT20029, and AH001.
Hair loss can be treated by correcting glucose metabolism in hair follicles and using equol as a safer DHT blocker. Production of these treatments is starting soon, and a Discord channel is available for more information.
The user is seeking advice on a hair loss treatment called Ell Cranell, which contains Alfatradiol. Another user shared information from a study stating that Alfatradiol only slows down or stabilizes hair loss, but does not increase hair density or thickness.
HMI-115, a potential treatment for hair loss that has been reported to produce significant regrowth in bald areas. It is the closest thing to a cure currently available and has raised hope that it could make hair transplants obsolete.
Some hair loss may be linked to chromosome 20, which isn't affected by DHT blockers like finasteride. Treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and genetic testing are suggested, but their effectiveness for this type of hair loss is uncertain.
The conversation discusses hair loss shampoos, highlighting those containing caffeine and adenosine. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
The user started using 1mg finasteride and Regaine foam post-hair transplant, noticing significant hair growth at three months. They experienced testicular cramps as a side effect but no other issues, and are considering microneedling for further improvement.
Avixis Alfatradiol is a topical 5-alpha reductase inhibitor available in Latin America and Germany, but its effectiveness is questioned. A user reported worsened hair loss after using it and recommended finasteride instead due to its proven effectiveness and lower cost.
Betacarotene's effect on hair loss is discussed, with concerns about excessive vitamin A. The user also questions if 15mg melatonin impacts vitamin A levels.
A user is treating hair loss with Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, Derminator 2, Vitamin D, Biotin, and Zinc. After 6 months, there's no significant visual improvement, but the user feels less insecure about Retrograde Alopecia.
Dutasteride might be better for hairline due to varying levels of 5AR activity in scalps. Genetic tests can determine if finasteride is enough or if dutasteride is needed.
The conversation discusses a user's plan to inject NAD+ and GHK-Cu into their scalp to improve hair health, with concerns raised about the risks of infection and necrosis. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and scalp massages are suggested.
The conversation discusses diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and its possible causes, including sensitivity to DHT, not being androgenic alopecia, being diffuse alopecia areata, or hormonal issues. Treatments mentioned include topical melatonin, Clobetasol Propionate for alopecia areata, and the lack of results from using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
miR-205, a tiny RNA, can stimulate hair growth by softening aging hair follicle stem cells in mice. Future tests aim to see if this can work in humans.
Hair loss may be linked to blood flow and inflammation, with treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and quercetin being discussed. The conversation also mentions the role of 5AR enzyme distribution in hair follicles.
The user is treating hair loss with a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for overall health. They are considering adding tretinoin, stemoxydine/RU, DIM, Boron, and Fadogia Agretis to their routine.
The user has been using oral Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil for three years without success and is considering adding topical Finasteride or Dutasteride to target DHT both locally and systemically. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan, exploring different combinations, and considering other factors like potential misdiagnosis or inconsistent medication use.
A Swiss product called Redensyl, which is supposed to target hair follicle stem cells and has recently been marketed in Europe. The post inquires if anyone has had any experience with the product.
After five years of no progress with hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, a person switched to a combination of topical dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and hydrocortisone in November 2023 and finally saw results. They had previously experienced side effects like gynecomastia from finasteride.
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.
The conversation discusses the use of TRT, dutasteride, minoxidil, and potentially RU58841 for hair loss. Concerns about the risk of developing Cutis verticis gyrata with minoxidil and TRT are raised.
Clascoterone is considered overhyped and not as effective as finasteride or dutasteride, but it may be useful as a supportive treatment in combination with other therapies. Users express skepticism about its effectiveness compared to clinical trials, with some suggesting it could be beneficial for those who cannot tolerate other treatments.
Turmeric may slightly inhibit DHT, but it likely doesn't significantly impact hair loss. Creatine might increase DHT levels, but its effect on hair loss is debated and not conclusively proven.
The conversation discusses reducing scalp DHT to prevent hair loss, with a focus on using dutasteride, finasteride, and other treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil. It highlights the challenges of managing hair loss while on high testosterone levels, suggesting that dutasteride may be more effective than finasteride in such cases.