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      community (MTF 35) Results of 18 Months of HRT

      in Transgender  783 upvotes 5 months ago
      A transgender woman experienced significant hair regrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hair regrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.

      community BPC-157 and Angiogenesis. Bro-Science-Execution-Plan

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      BPC-157 may promote hair growth by increasing angiogenesis, similar to how Minoxidil works, though no direct research confirms this yet. Users report combining BPC-157 with Minoxidil and finasteride for better results, but concerns about long-term safety exist.

      community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.

      community I got a weird one you guys/gals

      in Chat  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old man experienced diffuse thinning and hair shedding due to sleep deprivation and low testosterone. After starting hCG treatment, he noticed hair regrowth on his temples.

      community Wuhan Hengheda Pharm WHP CB-03-01 Scam

       13 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about a user who experienced negative side effects and poor sleep after using an impure hair loss treatment 'CB' from Wuhan Hengheda Pharm, which did not offer a refund or proper customer service. The user had the product tested, confirming its impurity.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  416 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community My experience with Bosley in California

       37 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user felt pressured during a hair transplant consultation at Bosley, where they were advised to undergo FUT surgery and use a laser cap for maintenance, but did not meet with a doctor. Other users recommended seeking a second opinion from reputable doctors like Dr. Rassman and suggested trying finasteride first.

      community Balding (i guess?) 22 yr old male with seborrheic dermatitis

      in General  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair thinning and loss, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis or low vitamin D, is cautious about using minoxidil or finasteride due to heart palpitations and high blood pressure. Suggestions include using ketoconazole shampoo to control inflammation and focusing on treating the dermatitis first.

      community Lots of shedding after adding bica 50 mg daily

      in Transgender  119 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from spironolactone to bicalutamide caused severe hair shedding, despite using treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and estradiol injections. The user is experiencing androgenetic alopecia and is seeking solutions to stop the hair loss.

      community The Hormonal Profile of MPB/AGA

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 5 years ago
      Men with early male pattern baldness (MPB) may have hormonal abnormalities similar to those in women with PCOS. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community cb-03-01 research chem (winlevi/clascoterone cream)

      in Technology  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering using CB or clascoterone for hair loss, potentially as an alternative to RU. They're also contemplating asking a dermatologist for topical clascoterone cream to apply to their temple.

      community B12 deficiency hairloss (hair thinning)

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      Hair loss due to vitamin B12 deficiency is discussed, with some users suggesting supplements and dietary changes, while others recommend medications like finasteride or dutasteride. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the cause of hair loss, with some attributing it to genetics or male pattern baldness.

      community Brief update clascoterone phase 3 - Breezula

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      Cosmo Pharmaceuticals has enrolled about 850 out of 1400 patients for their phase 3 clinical trials of clascoterone (Breezula) and claims to be on schedule. The conversation is about hair loss treatments.

      community Anger and frustration as I finally learn my diagnosis.

      in Female  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A young female diagnosed with Lichen planopilaris (LPP) experienced years of misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments, including a hair transplant and other procedures. She is considering litigation due to the misdiagnosis and has learned that LPP is chronic, hair loss can be stopped with ongoing medication, but lost hair cannot regrow.

      community Does anyone take bicalutamide for fphl? If so which dose

      in Female  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about a female seeking advice on using bicalutamide for female pattern hair loss (FPHL) and considering switching from pumpkin seed oil pills to a stronger treatment. She is looking for dosage information to discuss with her dermatologist.

      community antihistamine for scalp inflammation??

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Cetirizine 10mg daily reduced hair shedding by 50% and lessened scalp itchiness. The user is considering long-term use for scalp inflammation and hair loss.

      community [21M] seb derm + probably mbp.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are being considered for hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness. The user is also using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo.

      community Scarring Alopecia and NSAIDs?

      in Female  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user suspects scarring alopecia and is exploring NSAIDs and turmeric/pepper for inflammation-related hair loss, having experienced burning and thinning with finasteride and testosterone reduction. They are seeking feedback while unable to afford a dermatologist.