A male in his early 20s with CCCA (scarring alopecia) started treatment with Finasteride, Fluocinolone, and Doxycycline. Steroid injections were suggested but not yet done.
The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and clobetasol, along with needling, to combat hair loss. They are considering stopping treatment if no improvement is seen.
The post discusses speeding up verteporfin trials for hair loss treatment. The original poster, involved in the trials, requests help in crowdsourcing doctor emails to spread awareness and gather more support for the trials.
PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment, but its safety and effectiveness are uncertain. Users advise caution and suggest waiting for more data before purchasing unverified versions.
A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss despite using minoxidil, dutasteride, and GFC, and is seeking advice on whether to switch treatments or consider a hair transplant. Suggestions include continuing current treatments, checking for underlying health issues, and considering alternatives like RU58841 or microneedling.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits and risks of using Methionine and Glycine for hair loss, with concerns about cancer risk if not balanced properly. The user seeks opinions on these amino acids for hair health and overall benefits.
The user is starting Dutasteride mesotherapy and seeks advice on whether to apply the solution immediately after microneedling or wait 12-24 hours. They couldn't find instructions for first-timers.
User found Dubai website selling Follics FR 12 hair treatment with 12% Minoxidil and topical Finasteride. Asks if anyone tried it and if it's beneficial.
The user is not seeing hair regrowth after 12 weeks of using topical minoxidil and oral dutasteride, despite being on finasteride for 18 months, and is considering adding tretinoin. Another user suggests continuing the current treatment for 6-12 months before making changes.
The conversation discusses using peptides BPC-157 and TB-500, combined with microneedling, to potentially enhance hair regrowth. The user plans to try BPC-157 due to its lower cost and reports of hair growth, despite limited human trials and concerns about side effects from other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.
Female using Rogaine foam for hair loss had scalp punch biopsy, diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). Doctor recommended starting Spironolactone 50mg.
The user has not seen results from various hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and others over several years and is considering adding RU58841 and starting hormone replacement therapy. They are also experiencing anxiety and contemplating moving to a more accepting environment for their nonbinary identity.
RU58841 worsened hair condition, causing thinning and unusual patterns. The user stopped using it two months ago but hasn't seen recovery, and there's speculation about androgen receptor upregulation.
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.
A 24-year-old is seeking advice on whether to get a hair transplant now or wait until age 25, and is asking for clinic recommendations in Puglia, Brindisi, Albania, Türkiye, or Naples.
A user has been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss with no change and is considering a hair transplant at age 22. Replies suggest that a transplant is possible if DHT blockers like finasteride are continued, and another user shared a positive personal experience with a transplant at age 20.
The post is about whether there is any additional benefit to using alfatradiol or other estrogen treatments for hair loss if someone is already using finasteride, dutasteride, or an androgen receptor inhibitor like RU58841, pyrithione zinc, or fluridil.
The conversation discusses that genetic analysis of the Iceman Ötzi shows he had male-pattern baldness and dark skin, with a joke about using beards and tattoos to distract from hair loss. No specific hair loss treatments are mentioned.
A 19-year-old transgender individual is experiencing worsening temple recession despite taking female hormones and 1.25mg finasteride. They are seeking advice on additional treatments to address hair loss.
A user on Finasteride for over a year is asking if taking Glycine 1000 mg at night along with morning collagen peptides will increase DHT and cause hair loss. They are concerned about the potential impact on their hair loss treatment.
The user has severe diffuse thinning on the scalp and is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermarolling, tretinoin, and Nizoral without satisfactory results. They are considering a hair transplant but are concerned about the cost and the number of grafts needed.
Some individuals experience side effects from 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and are considering hair transplants without these medications, with some opting for surgeons like Dr. Zarev. Others are exploring alternative treatments and waiting for new medications in development, while some discuss managing side effects through lifestyle changes or additional medications.
The post discusses the potential of upregulating aromatase to treat hair loss, suggesting that increasing CCL2 levels through Vitamin D or microneedling might help. The user questions why microneedling doesn't work for everyone, especially those with advanced hair loss.
A user diagnosed with AGA is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, comparing topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride to oral medications and natural methods like dermastamping, PRP, and LED light. They are concerned about side effects and effectiveness, especially given their existing fatigue.
Hairgenetix Copper Peptide Serum and PeptideLabz GHK-Cu + AHK-Cu Serum are being compared for effectiveness in hair loss treatment. The user is seeking recommendations for other brands with authentic reviews.
A user is participating in a phase 3 trial for Clascoterone, a topical acne medication that may stimulate hair growth, and will share results after 6 months. They will have a section of their hair shaved and marked with a tattoo for the study.
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.
Tazarotene's potential to enhance Minoxidil conversion, similar to Tretinoin, is questioned. Users discuss the lack of information and seek further details.
A user is concerned about low hair density 12 months after a hair transplant and is not using finasteride or minoxidil, only taking biotin. They are seeking advice on whether this is normal, if starting medication now would help, and when to consider a second procedure.