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      community For those on TRT and suffer from a more aggressive type of (AGA) hairloss, what are your hair safe protocols?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      People on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) with aggressive androgenetic alopecia (AGA) discuss using Dutasteride or Finasteride, sometimes combined with topical treatments like RU58841 or CB-03-01 (Breezula), to prevent hair loss. Concerns about side effects and costs of certain treatments are mentioned, with one individual sharing their experience of slowed hair loss using Finasteride alone.

      community Anyone tried adenosine for hair loss? Share your experience

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user is seeking experiences with adenosine for hair loss, asking about its effectiveness, usage duration, and combination with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. Another user mentions difficulty sourcing adenosine and comments on the mixed quality of research.

      community Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community 30 M diffuse shining/bolding crown - stack

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old with diffuse thinning and a balding crown is using a treatment regimen of a 2-in-1 pill containing finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, along with various supplements. After two weeks, no side effects have been experienced, and updates with pictures will be posted monthly.

      community Duality of (diffuse thinning) man

      in Chat  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over two years with mixed results and is considering starting dutasteride and oral minoxidil, though both are hard to obtain. They are also contemplating a hair transplant in the future due to diffuse thinning.

      community 8 months results (dut 0.5 and min 2.5)

      in Progress Pictures  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 8-month progress using dutasteride 0.5 mg and oral minoxidil 2.5 mg for hair loss, expressing disappointment with the results and considering increasing the dosage. Other users advised patience, suggesting that improvements can continue over time, and recommended consulting a dermatologist before making changes.

      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 24M - 14 months of treatment (diffuse thinning)

      in Progress Pictures  722 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 14 months of treatment with 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg minoxidil, with no side effects reported. He plans to consider a hair transplant for his hairline, as the treatment did not improve that area.

      community Dutasteride UPDATE (female) *sixth month*

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 4 years ago
      A female user in her mid-20s with androgenetic alopecia and suspected telogene effluvium who has been taking Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Ketoconazol shampoo, and Yaz contraception for her hair loss for the past 6 months. She had a small shed during this time that she believes to be stress related.

      community [22m] Is it time for a transplant?

      in Progress Pictures  56 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride and is considering a hair transplant but lacks funds. The discussion includes advice on treatments like dutasteride, microneedling, and lifestyle changes, with mixed opinions on the timing and effectiveness of a transplant at a young age.
      Sudden Triangular Thinning Patch

      community Sudden Triangular Thinning Patch

      in General  157 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 31-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They noticed a sudden triangular thinning patch on their scalp and are seeking advice, questioning if it could be medication-related.

      community Oral minoxidil causes me stronger heart beat

      in Minoxidil  64 upvotes 10 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause a stronger heartbeat, which may lessen over time, but if it persists or worsens, consulting a professional is advised. Reducing the dose or switching to a topical form might help.

      community I wish I were a man so bad. Life is cruel

      in Female  225 upvotes 3 months ago
      A woman with androgenetic alopecia uses Dutasteride and Bicalutamide but feels devastated due to increased sensitivity to DHT. She considers wigs, Minoxidil, and seeks advice on options like spironolactone, hair transplants, and therapy.

      community concerns about starting minoxidil

      in Female  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.

      community Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is discussed as a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia due to its ability to reverse hypoxia and promote angiogenesis. The conversation explores its potential benefits for hair loss, though no studies have been conducted on this application yet.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community Alternative to minoxidil that's not bad for the heart

      in Treatment 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old man with mild hair loss is using a topical finasteride treatment, biotin and ajuga reptans supplements, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling for hair growth. Due to a heart condition, he can't use minoxidil and is seeking alternative hair growth treatments, considering both medicinal and natural remedies like rosemary oil.