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      community Telogen Effluvium/Chronic TE and immune-related hair loss advice

       2 upvotes 7 years ago
      Chronic Telogen Effluvium can be managed by avoiding inflammatory foods, exercising, staying hydrated, and using supplements like krill oil, saw palmetto, or licorice root. Minoxidil is discouraged due to its cost and potential for worsening hair loss, while castor oil is recommended to strengthen hair roots and reduce shedding.

      community How is dht not beneficial to you?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  111 upvotes 2 months ago
      DHT is important for sexual function and mood, but finasteride and dutasteride can reduce DHT, causing side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. These treatments are effective for hair loss, but their impact on DHT leads to debate.

      community Can we count this as progress?

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced hair shedding after stopping minoxidil and resumed using minoxidil 5% twice daily, topical finasteride 0.1% twice a week, along with dermarolling, head pinching, deep massaging, and inversion techniques. They are seeking suggestions to maximize hair regrowth efforts and have observed some progress.

      community Whey Protein can cause hairloss in men with AGA as per a doctor

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 3 months ago
      Whey protein may slightly increase hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to elevated IGF-1 and testosterone levels, but the effect is minimal compared to treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Many users argue that whey protein's impact on hair loss is negligible and that maintaining a healthy lifestyle is more important.

      community My 4100 Grafts hair transplant surgery update.

      in Progress Pictures  635 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 41-year-old doctor shared his positive experience with a 4,100 graft hair transplant, highlighting the importance of a skilled doctor for a natural hairline. He mentioned a confidence boost and the occasional use of finasteride post-transplant.

      community Can I get an honest rating of my «Natural Stack?

      in Treatment 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on a "natural stack" including minoxidil, microneedling, a laser helmet, saw palmetto, ketoconazole shampoo, and supplements. Many users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better results, as natural methods alone may not effectively block DHT.

      community Why didn’t Justin Bieber boof his finasteride

      in Satire  726 upvotes 4 months ago
      Justin Bieber's hair loss and his choice not to use finasteride or other treatments like rectal injection are discussed, with reasons speculated to be side effects or lack of concern. The conversation also mentions his past hair transplant and suggests his wealth and fame might make appearance less of a priority.

      community 3 months results of oral Minoxidil and Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  193 upvotes 5 months ago
      After 3 months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride, the user experienced thicker hair and filled-in thinning areas, with no major side effects except an initial shedding phase. The treatments were prescribed online, and the user noticed results after 2.5 months.

      community [Theory] Big Bald is deliberately delaying the cure indefinitely

      in Satire  343 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation humorously suggests that the hair loss industry, referred to as "Big Bald," deliberately delays a cure to profit from ongoing treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Participants debate whether a cure would be more profitable than current treatments, with some suggesting that the industry prefers continuous treatments for sustained profit.

      community what is the problem with straight low hairline? Hair transplant question

      in Transplants  7 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is concerned about having a straight, low hairline after a hair transplant and is unable to take finasteride due to high estrogen and prolactin levels. They have used minoxidil with limited success and are considering further transplants to lower the hairline, while others suggest the risks of using up donor hair too quickly.

      community Not much progress but Its honest work

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old is using dutasteride daily, ketoconazole shampoo twice a week, and started topical minoxidil and dermastamping six months ago for hair loss. The treatment has improved hair density, but significant hairline recession remains, and a hair transplant is suggested for further improvement.

      community 4 months!! We making progress!!

      in Progress Pictures  502 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil, and Biotin gummies, after switching from Finasteride due to insomnia. They highlighted the importance of brushing the scalp for blood flow and reported significant progress in four months without side effects.

      community Hair not shedding but thinning on dut? Not a good sign imo.

      in Progress Pictures  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user concerned about hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and recently adding dutasteride. Most responses suggest there is no noticeable difference in hair loss, attributing concerns to paranoia, and recommend continuing the current treatment or adjusting expectations.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

      in Treatment  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

      community Fin fuckbois to ascended masters

      in Satire  272 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, red light therapy, and biotin pills. The most proven treatments are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling, while other methods are considered less effective or satirical.

      community Organic Self Tanner on bald Scalp?

      in Shaved/buzzed  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is using topical minoxidil and finasteride, along with daily derma rolling, and is considering using an organic self-tanner on their shaved scalp. They seek advice on whether the self-tanner's ingredients could harm hair regrowth.

      community Update 7 months post op HT from Dr.Serkan Aygin 3100 total grafts…Topical Fin/Min + Men’s Viviscal,Biotin and it’s a 10 sulfate free shampoo mixed with Nizoral and I added donor area photos too this time. Enjoy and wish you the best.

      in Transplants  53 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 7-month update from Markoj44 regarding their hair transplant results, which includes the use of topical finasteride and minoxidil in combination with Viviscal, biotin, Nizoral shampoo, and donor area photos. People responded positively to the post.

      community Sensitive to Oral fin + RU. Am I screwed?

      in Product  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      Akinfenrawr experienced negative side effects from oral finasteride and RU58841, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. They discuss various options, including raloxifene, oral dutasteride, liposomal finasteride, Breezula, Pyrilutamide, SM04554, and sulforaphane, but have concerns about efficacy, availability, and cost.

      community Helicobacter's concocted serum v1

       7 upvotes 7 years ago
      A custom-made serum based on double-blind studies for AGA, which includes natural ingredients such as rosemary oil, procyanidin B-2, saw palmetto extract, curcuma aeruginosa, pumpkin seed oil and castor oil. The user has updated their recipe to include apple poly procyanidin B-2 4% concentration and other ingredients before topping it off with Pura d'or serum.