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      community HT scheduled. Am I over reacting?

      in Transplants  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has scheduled a hair transplant after stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil, considering additional dermarolling. They are advised to use 2500-3000 grafts conservatively for temple filling without lowering the hairline too much.

      community Can GT20029's Become The Best Treatment Option?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses GT20029 as a potential hair loss treatment that could act like a cure by targeting androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles. Specific treatments mentioned include GT20029, with a user expressing hope that it could make male pattern baldness obsolete.

      community My estrogen levels are obscene

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old male using finasteride for hair loss has high testosterone and estrogen levels but no side effects. He is advised to monitor hormone levels, consider dietary changes, and use additional treatments like vitamin D3, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair growth.

      community Bad news about GT20029 from Anagen Inc

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about the difficulty in obtaining GT20029, a hair loss treatment, due to patent issues and the need to resort to group buys or Chinese labs for acquisition. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Breezula is a good alternative

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% solution (Breezula) is a promising alternative for androgenetic alopecia, showing continued hair growth with consistent use and no significant side effects. It may be suitable for those who cannot tolerate finasteride or dutasteride, especially when trying to conceive.

      community Very high testosterone and estradiol on finasterid 1 mg. Am I cooked?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 29-year-old male on 1 mg Finasteride for 3 months has experienced a significant increase in testosterone and estradiol levels, with no major side effects except slightly oilier skin and increased emotional sensitivity. The user is concerned about these hormonal changes and seeks advice, as their general practitioner is not knowledgeable about the issue.

      community Can rosemary oil cause gynaecomastia?

      in Microneedling 1 year ago
      A user is concerned that using rosemary oil after microneedling might cause gynaecomastia due to increased absorption and potential DHT blocking. Other users believe rosemary oil is unlikely to affect hormones or cause gynaecomastia.

      community Has anyone had good results with Prof. Marliani's therapy?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically progesterone therapy with hydrocortisone butyrate, and the use of dutasteride and finasteride. Opinions vary on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, with some users advocating for acceptance of balding if treatments are not suitable.

      community Tazarotene shows strong standalone hair regrowth potential, not just a Minoxidil enhancer. Backed by VEGF, HF regeneration, and angiogenesis pathways. Here’s why.

      in Research/Science  133 upvotes 11 months ago
      Tazarotene shows potential as a standalone treatment for hair regrowth by stimulating new hair follicle formation and promoting angiogenesis, similar to microneedling effects. It can be used topically without minoxidil, but users should start with a low concentration to avoid irritation.

      community Treatment prognosis, 22M

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 22-year-old male with hair loss is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling after being diagnosed with MPB, vitamin D deficiency, and dandruff. He seeks advice on whether these treatments can realistically improve his hair density and achieve a healthier NW2.

      community Non responsive diffuse thinning

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, clobetasol cream, and PRP sessions. They seek advice on additional treatments and are advised to check vitamin D, iron, and thyroid levels.
      22M Seeking Advice: Gyno, Insulin Resistance and Hair Loss Solutions

      community 22M Seeking Advice: Gyno, Insulin Resistance and Hair Loss Solutions

      in General  269 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss and anxiety, trying treatments like topical finasteride, rosemary oil, caffeine, microneedling, low-level laser therapy, scalp massages, ketoconazole shampoo, and various vitamins. They are concerned about potential gynecomastia and are considering using minoxidil if current treatments don't stop hair loss or promote regrowth.

      community 22M High Estrogen after blood test

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.

      community PP405 Effectiveness in Transplant Area?

      in Transplants  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair transplant recipients are concerned about whether dormant follicles are permanently damaged by incisions, but some believe undamaged follicles could still regrow if a treatment like PP405 is effective. Opinions vary on the impact of transplants on original follicles, with some suggesting treatments like finasteride can help regrow hair.

      community hair and miniaturization after 6 months of treatment

      in Female  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user is experiencing minimal regrowth and miniaturized hair after 6 months of treatment with oral minoxidil, spironolactone, and topical minoxidil. She seeks advice on whether she can restore her remaining follicles.

      community Have any of you used myoinositol

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about using inositol for hair loss, particularly its potential benefits for men, given its success in women with PCOS. The discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community A reminder that Telogen Effluvium could look like MPB; my progress

      in Progress Pictures  30 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.

      community Clascoterone for hair loss. Promising study.

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 6 months ago
      A new topical medication, Clascoterone, shows promise for hair loss, improving hair count significantly. Trials for Breezula are ending, but sign-ups for PP405 trials are available for 2026.

      community Clascoterone - what we have right now

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.
      25 M Could this be the start for AGA? Should I be worried?

      community 25 M Could this be the start for AGA? Should I be worried?

      in General  57 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss, initially diagnosed as Telogen Effluvium due to stress, but is concerned it might be Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). A suggestion was made to consider using Minoxidil or Finasteride if the condition worsens.

      community Positive Hair Result in Patient using Tirzepatide

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 57-year-old man with male pattern hair loss and insulin resistance experienced hair regrowth and weight loss after using tirzepatide, without other hair treatments. Dysregulated glucose metabolism is linked to hair loss, with tirzepatide potentially improving hair density by normalizing insulin resistance.

      community Gyno & testoterone level

      in Finasteride  282 upvotes 2 years ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.