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      community Melatonin a possible tool to help fight AGA hair loss.

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 5 years ago
      Topical melatonin may help reduce hair loss and increase hair thickness in people with androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with some studies showing positive results. It can be mixed with minoxidil for application, and its effectiveness might be enhanced when used with micro-needling, but results may vary among individuals.

      community Has anyone here tried taking GLA supplements?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      GLA may help with hair loss due to its anti-inflammatory properties and 5ar enzyme inhibition. It's considered potentially more important than biotin, especially for those already using finasteride and dutasteride.

      community oral hyaluronic acid supplements?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Oral hyaluronic acid is not beneficial for hair, as it gets broken down in the stomach and has no strong evidence supporting its effectiveness. The user is taking finasteride, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil for hair loss, but combining finasteride and dutasteride is considered redundant.

      community Procyanidin B2 Supplement

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 4 years ago
      User seeks Procyanidin B2 supplement source and asks for dosage comparison. Another user requests study details and apple type importance.

      community Result of my cortisol, prolactin, testosterone, ACTH blood test,

      in Update 5 months ago
      OP is using 5% minoxidil and a foligain supplement for hair loss, with blood test results showing high cortisol levels. OP is considering starting finasteride, while another user shares their experience with finasteride and hair loss challenges due to malabsorption issues.

      community Seen Alfatradiol mentioned on here a few times recently and found this study - in case anybody is interested. Translated from German.

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Alfatradiol (0.025%) is an effective and safe treatment for androgenetic alopecia in both men and women, increasing anagen hair rates with minimal side effects. Users discuss its cost-effectiveness and ease of use compared to other treatments like finasteride and RU58841, with some combining it with stemoxydine and Minoxidil.

      community 24M seeking help for aggressive androgenetic alopecia - "nuke" stack?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male with aggressive androgenetic alopecia is using 1mg finasteride daily and considering a treatment stack including 0.5mg dutasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, Alpecin caffeine shampoo, and RU58841. He seeks advice on the safety and effectiveness of these treatments and whether any adjustments are needed.

      community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

      in Research/Science  740 upvotes 3 years ago
      A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.

      community STEM CELL TREATMENT FOR HAIR LOSS at home

      in Treatment  4 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 Aminexil. Where to get it?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses transitioning from topical to oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment and explores the potential use of Aminexil, despite concerns about its effectiveness compared to minoxidil. It highlights the risks and side effects of oral minoxidil, such as potential heart and liver damage, and emphasizes the importance of monitoring blood pressure.

      community Female male-pattern AGA- seeking help

      in Female  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female with male-pattern hair loss (AGA) is seeking help after unsuccessful treatments with spironolactone and supplements, and is considering oral minoxidil and finasteride despite concerns about medication side effects. She has ruled out hormonal birth control and PRP/PRFM, and is looking into further medical advice due to abnormal lab results.

      community Further prolactin research....

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      HMI 115 did not work as expected for hair regrowth in humans, unlike in macaque monkeys. There is anticipation for further research on prolactin's role in hair loss, with expectations that pharmaceutical companies will likely solve this before universities.

      community Alcohol Free Minoxidil? Azaleic Acid added?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user is experiencing a burning sensation from using minoxidil and is considering trying an alcohol-free version with added azelaic acid. They are also using finasteride and seeking reliable, low-cost alternatives for minoxidil.

      community EMA is re-examining Winlevi (clascoterone at lower concentration)

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      Clascoterone in Winlevi, a topical AR antagonist, is being re-examined due to concerns about HPA axis suppression in adolescents, but it's unlikely to be banned for adult use in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The European Medicines Agency recommended refusing Winlevi for acne vulgaris, but this may not affect Breezula's approval for AGA.

      community My summation of PP405 - looks promising

      in Research/Science  206 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth by manipulating stem cell characteristics and lactate dehydrogenase, with Phase 2a trials pending. Google Ventures' $15M investment suggests confidence, but results and market availability remain uncertain.

      community MCL1 does anyone knows anthying about it

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      MCL-1 protein may help maintain hair follicles in the growth phase and prevent miniaturization. There is interest in experimental treatments like exosomes, peptides, or stem cell serums to upregulate MCL-1 for hair loss, especially for those not using minoxidil or finasteride.

      community a new supplement just released

       9 upvotes 8 years ago
      A dermatologist recommended a new supplement containing annurca apple, which reportedly doubles hair density and increases keratin after 60 days, to be used with finasteride. Some users are skeptical, considering it potentially ineffective or a marketing ploy, while others are open to trying it if it proves effective and affordable.