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      community 3 Doctors 3 Diagnoses: Please help.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experiencing hair loss received three different diagnoses: androgenic alopecia, traction alopecia, and scarring alopecia, and tried treatments like minoxidil and finasteride without success. They are considering dutasteride but were advised to seek anti-inflammatory medication instead.

      community Best, possible, or experimental growth agonists that AREN'T MINOXIDIL.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Various hair growth treatments were discussed, including microneedling, bimatoprost, setipiprant, stemoxydine, PGE2, CB-03-01, WNT Beta-Catenin upregulators, KY19382, topical estrogen, IGF-1, GH, MK-677, oral castor oil, fisetin, resveratrol, cetrizine, and lactic acid. Users shared experiences and sources for these treatments, with some expressing interest in topical solutions and others noting the lack of FDA approval or scientific evidence for certain options.

      community I’m 21 and already getting tired of this

      in Chat  16 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is unable to use finasteride due to side effects, expressing frustration and depression. Others suggest topical DHT blockers like alfatradiol, spironolactone, and pyrilutamide, and mention using minoxidil and lifestyle changes.

      community Pp405 phase 2a clinical results

      in Research/Science  40 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows initial promise for treating androgenetic alopecia, with safety confirmed in early trials, but skepticism remains due to limited data. Further trials are needed to determine its true efficacy and potential market impact.

      community Duasteride and breast tissue accumulation.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.

      community Any men have any luck with topical spironolactone?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using topical spironolactone for hair loss, with the original poster already using oral and topical minoxidil, dutasteride, and latanoprost. Opinions differ on the effectiveness and safety of adding spironolactone, with some users suggesting alternative treatments like finasteride and vitamin supplements.

      community Shopping receipts are anti-androgenic?

      in Chat  29 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential use of thermal paper receipts, which contain estrogen, as a treatment for hair loss. Participants humorously debate its effectiveness compared to established treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Hair Regrowth Protocol for the Brothers suffering

      in Treatment  57 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a hair regrowth protocol involving Dutasteride, Pyrilutamide, Stemoxydine, Minoxidil, Tretinoin, Oral Castor Oil, and L-Carnitine L-Tartrate. Some users are skeptical, particularly about the effectiveness and side effects of oral castor oil.

      community Losing the gains and frontline of battle

      in Progress Pictures  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of dutasteride, finasteride, and other methods like PRP, laser, and mesotherapy. Despite these treatments, the user is experiencing hair loss, and others suggest consulting a dermatologist, considering alternative treatments, and addressing potential scalp inflammation.

      community The Empire (Itch) Strikes Back

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily for 5.5 months reports increased shedding and scalp itching. He also experienced acne and is concerned about whether the shedding is normal and if daily hair washing for seborrheic dermatitis is causing dryness.

      community Diffuse Alopecia

      in Female  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 19-year-old female with Diffuse Alopecia was advised by a dermatologist to use vitamin supplements, a hair serum, and antifungal drops, leading to some improvement. Other users suggested treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and consulting a different dermatologist for further advice.

      community Testosterone, gray hair, low vitamin D, and switching to oral Minoxidil

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A woman experiencing hair loss due to high testosterone and low vitamin D is using treatments like Dutasteride, Rogaine, zinc, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamp, iRestore, multivitamins, scalp massager, and vitamin D. She plans to switch to oral Minoxidil under medical supervision.

      community Will taking DHT blockers at 17 prevent FULL facial bone growth?

      in Basic Questions  153 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 17-year-old is concerned that taking finasteride might affect facial bone growth and is considering switching to topical finasteride due to its reduced systemic effects. They are also using oral minoxidil and exploring other hair loss treatments like microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Does finasteride/dutasteride reverse aging?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride can improve skin texture and reduce acne by lowering DHT but do not reverse aging. They may enhance skin and hair health for some, but can also cause side effects like dry skin and sexual dysfunction.

      community Suspicious about my dermatologist

      in Product  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 17-year-old is concerned about hair loss and questions his dermatologist's advice against using finasteride due to age. The dermatologist recommended a serum with aloe vera, saw palmetto, biotin, and dexpanthenol, but the user is skeptical and considers using minoxidil instead.

      community Tropical Dut 0.5 and Scalp Psoriasis

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user reports that using topical Dutasteride has stopped their hair loss, and they are curious about potential side effects and regrowth. They also mention having scalp psoriasis and past SSRI use affecting libido.

      community Would appreciate some thoughts on the “dht itch”

      in Chat 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing scalp itching despite using finasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis. They are unsure if the itch is due to their treatments, diet, or mental factors.

      community What’s your views on clascoterone 5% topical solution by cosmo

      in Research/Science  24 upvotes 8 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% topical solution shows promise for treating male-pattern hair loss by blocking DHT at the follicle without systemic absorption, potentially offering fewer side effects than oral treatments like finasteride. While results are promising, long-term safety and effectiveness need further study, and it may serve as a starting point for developing more effective treatments.

      community 35M with alopecia areata - Treatments failing, next steps?

      in Treatments  127 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 35-year-old with alopecia areata has tried finasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, and dutasteride without success in stopping hair loss. The dermatologist suggests JAK inhibitors, but they are too costly, leading to uncertainty about the cause of hair loss.

      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 The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.