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      community Having AGA as a girl makes me depressed

      in Female  63 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 20-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia feels depressed about her hair loss, despite using topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and saw palmetto. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, higher doses of finasteride or dutasteride, and checking for vitamin deficiencies and heavy metal exposure.

      community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

      in Will treatment work for me? 3 years ago
      In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

      community Kintor Pharmaceutical Announces AR-PROTAC (GT20029) Approved for Acne and Androgenic Alopecia Clinical Trials in China

      in Technology  13 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the approval of Kintor Pharmaceutical's AR-PROTAC (GT20029) for clinical trials in China for acne and androgenic alopecia. One user expresses optimism about new treatments being developed and seeks clarification on how the new drug works, specifically if it temporarily degrades the AR protein to reduce DHT sensitivity in hair follicles.

      community Handle the itch from Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause scalp itchiness, often due to propylene glycol, and users suggest alternatives like foam formulations without PG, using moisturizing oils, or reducing application frequency. Some recommend ketoconazole or zinc pyrithione shampoos to help with inflammation and itchiness.

      community My topical dutasteride experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  14 upvotes 4 years ago
      User tried various hair loss treatments, including natural remedies, topical and oral finasteride, RU with stemoxydine, and topical dutasteride. All treatments had side effects, and topical dutasteride thickened hair but also caused side effects.

      community minoxidil and tretinoin usage

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using minoxidil, finasteride, and recently added tretinoin to address hair loss, specifically around a receding hairline. They are seeking advice on application methods and mention experiencing mild skin rashes potentially from tretinoin.

      community Not happy with current routine, suggestions for improvement?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 26-year-old male is unhappy with his current hair loss routine, which includes microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and a topical formula with Minoxidil, Finasteride, and other ingredients. He struggles with consistency due to ADHD and is considering switching to oral medication for simplicity, but is concerned about side effects and effectiveness.

      community Dont know what the hell is going on.

      in Chat  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced rapid diffuse hair thinning for five years despite no signs of AGA or miniaturization. They tried finasteride and oral minoxidil without success and have checked thyroid, iron, and vitamin D levels.

      community is Oleanic acid a DHT blocker ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing hair thinning and is using a peptide with oleanic acid as a DHT blocker, along with minoxidil, while waiting for topical finasteride. They plan to use a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamp, ketoconazole, and scalp massages, but are advised to stick to proven treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community 3 month Progress update w/before and afters - 4 in 1 topical solution

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using a topical solution containing 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2.2% ketoconazole, and 0.2% biotin, reporting improvements in thinning areas. Another user mentioned using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and minoxidil foam, discussing costs and side effects.

      community Vitamin D deficiency - could it be the cause?

      in Update  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and has a vitamin D deficiency, which they suspect might be causing the issue, but they are also considering androgenic alopecia (AGA) as a cause. They are currently using minoxidil and are unable to get finasteride prescribed, while others suggest addressing the vitamin D deficiency and consulting a dermatologist.

      community AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST

      in Chat  78 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.

      community 21m dut+min+ket (roughly) 1 year of progress

      in Progress Pictures  241 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth over a year using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. He noted improvements despite irregular application and mentioned that his hair is now thicker, with a previously bald spot completely gone.

      community Topical Dutasteride Options

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user is using a topical dutasteride/minoxidil/tretinoin gel for hair thinning and has had a positive experience with no side effects. They also mention considering another product, Formula82D, after having decent results with Formula82F.

      community New angles to attack beyond DHT

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Exploring hair loss treatments beyond DHT, including Minoxidil, pyruvate, Gt20029 targeting androgen receptors, and vasodilators. Other options like Kx826, adenosine signaling, growth factor topicals, and microneedling are also discussed.

      community Zyrtec (Cetirizine) antihistamine for hair growth compared to Minoxidil NIH study

      in Minoxidil  35 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of topical cetirizine (Zyrtec) for hair growth in comparison to minoxidil, noting cetirizine's ability to reduce prostaglandin D2, which inhibits hair growth. Users share mixed experiences with cetirizine for allergies and scalp health, and there's a mention of the risk of dementia with long-term antihistamine use.

      community 18 month hairline progress pictures.

      in Progress Pictures  818 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's 18-month hairline progress using minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, microneedling, and scalp massage. They share their routine and discuss treatment effectiveness and photo order confusion.

      community Dermatitis and Nizoral

      in Ketoconazole 6 years ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced hair loss and dermatitis, which improved with tea tree oil and neem extract. He is considering using a 2% Ketoconazole solution for further treatment.

      community CRISPR treatment for AGA on the horizon after approval for blood disorders

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      CRISPR treatments for blood disorders have been approved, leading to discussions about its potential for treating hair loss (AGA). A study showed that editing a gene related to DHT sensitivity could lead to hair regrowth, suggesting CRISPR may eventually be used for AGA, but it's expected to be expensive and not soon available.

      community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months

      in Update  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.