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300-330 / 1000+ resultscommunity Physio-metabolic method (antiandrogen, minoxidil, leg training and cold)
The method combines finasteride, minoxidil, intense leg exercises, and cold exposure to treat androgenetic alopecia. It aims to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, enhancing hair growth.
community 2 years on dut and nothing but recession
A user has been using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for 2 years with no progress and worsening hair recession. They seek advice on how to proceed.
community Hypothetically, if estradiol has been a "cure" for hair loss, could one apply estradiol topically and just take an estrogen blocker and/or testosterone to offset the systematic effects?
Topical estradiol may help with hair loss but can have systemic effects, like reduced testosterone production. Using estrogen blockers can have negative side effects, such as joint pain and reduced sex drive.
community Female on DHT blockers, need some advice.
A female experiencing hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy is using oral Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and finasteride, but still losing hair. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, using topical anti-androgens, and reducing Nizoral shampoo use to prevent scalp dryness.
community Dr. Bekir Bek – 3,897 grafts - Ankara on February 23-24
A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant performed by Dr. Bekir Bek in Ankara, involving 3,897 grafts. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride before the procedure but restarted finasteride afterward and plan to reintroduce minoxidil in a few months.
community Finasteride doubled my testosterone & estrogen
Finasteride increased testosterone and estrogen, stopped hair loss, and promoted regrowth. Users discussed side effects like libido changes and considered adding minoxidil and aromatase inhibitors.
community Spironolactine Update: 2 months (34, Female)
A female user's experience using Spironolactone to treat Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL) and Androgenic Alopecia, as well as discussing the effectiveness of the drug at different dosages.
community Follicum releases some data from previous phase 2a trial
Follicum discovered that their drug FOL-005 increased hair count by 12 hairs per cm2 in patients with less than 255 hairs per cm2 and is planning a phase 2b trial. They are currently fundraising for the trial, and the drug may also be effective for women.
community Haunting study is making me considering cycling fin/dut
Concerns about the long-term effects of dutasteride and finasteride on fertility, with discussions on cycling these medications to mitigate risks. The conversation highlights skepticism about study methodologies and the importance of weighing treatment risks against potential fertility issues.
community Oral Min 2.5mg, oral fin 1mg, 2mm derma roller, discouraged by results after a month
The user is using oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg, oral Finasteride 1 mg, and a 2mm derma roller for hair loss but feels discouraged by the lack of results after a month. They are seeking advice and considering additional methods like antiandrogens, exercise, and dietary changes.
community Kintor’s KX-826 Pyrilutamide!!
KX-826 hair loss treatment completed trials with mild side effects. GT20029 may be ultimate cure, destroying androgen receptors causing baldness.
community Topical Dutasteride Experiment
community Why isn't anybody on topical bicalutamide?
Topical bicalutamide is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community 1 year Post HT 2200 Grafts + fin 8 Months Then switched to dut
A user who experienced positive results from using finasteride and dutasteride to treat their hair loss, with 2000 grafts being transplanted in the temples area for further improvement. They also discussed cost and other treatments such as minoxidil.
community Diagnosed with female pattern hair loss as a male with recent aggressive loss. Preemptively mourning the only part of myself I’ve ever come close to loving. Lost all motivation to do anything with my life.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user should consider using treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 to potentially reverse their hair loss. Other suggestions include using hair loss concealers and maintaining a healthy diet.
community Follistatin, thoughts about a potential treatment ?
Follistatin, known for inhibiting myostatin and promoting muscle growth in mice, is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
community Hormone tests to decide on oral fin
The conversation discusses starting low-dose oral finasteride for hair loss, considering hormone levels and potential side effects like gynecomastia. Suggestions include using DIM for estradiol, vitamin B6 for prolactin, and lifestyle changes to optimize hormone profiles before starting treatment.
community One year 1mg fin + 2,5 mg oral min
The user has been using finasteride 1mg and oral minoxidil 2.5mg for a year, experiencing ongoing shedding since starting minoxidil. They are considering dutasteride and seeking advice on blood work for thyroid, Vitamin D, and iron levels.
community at what point does RCP no longer benefit?
A user is using Minoxidil, finasteride, saw palmetto, and Minimalist RCP serum to address hair thinning, with some success but concerns about the long-term benefits of Minimalist. They plan to continue Minoxidil and finasteride for another year before considering a hair transplant.
community Low Estradiol while on 1mg Fin, what should I do?
A user on 1mg finasteride for a year has low estradiol levels but no significant symptoms, and others suggest monitoring without immediate concern. Some users discuss potential effects of low estrogen, like low libido, but the user reports no erectile dysfunction.
community I’m female, but I'm losing hair in a male pattern baldness pattern
A female user is experiencing heavy hair shedding and receding temples, possibly due to low ferritin levels. She is using oral minoxidil, iron supplements, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is hesitant to start spironolactone.
community Topical Spironolactone 2.5% MONOTHERAPY x 5 months (MALE)- Nothing else
A man in his 40s treating his slow balding with a daily regimen of 2.5% spironolactone topical solution and Piroctone Olamine Shampoo. Despite initial hair shedding, he experienced no side effects and plans to continue the treatment for at least a year.
community Can single hairs follicules be able to produce two hairs once again with treatment? Never saw a study about that.
The conversation is about whether treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can make single hair follicles produce multiple hairs again. The user is curious if these medications can thicken hair and prolong the growth phase.
community 20MTF Results on the crown from 1 year on estrogen injections
Estrogen injections significantly improved hair growth, particularly on the crown, after stopping finasteride. Monotherapy with estrogen led to hairline improvement, but also caused sterility and potential feminization effects.
community How can this be? I'm on a damn MTF regimen and still getting decimated
The conversation is about a person using minoxidil, finasteride, estrogen, and bicalutamide to combat hair loss, expressing frustration and desperation over their situation. They are advised against using female hormones and encouraged to focus on finasteride and minoxidil, with suggestions to seek therapy for mental health support.
community The second shed has been brutal (4 months and ongoing)
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride and minoxidil but faced a prolonged shedding phase, leading them to increase the finasteride dose and add oral dutasteride. Despite concerns about shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and are supplementing with Vitamin D.
community 18M: Hair Loss Worsened After 1 Year on Minoxidil, Post-Surgery Concerns
An 18-year-old experienced initial hair improvement with minoxidil but noticed increased shedding after surgery and lifestyle changes. They suspect iron deficiency and are seeking other possible explanations for the hair loss.
community 31M Switched from topical to oral (2.5 mg Minoxidil + 0.6Finastride, feels less effective for some reason?
A 31-year-old male switched from topical to oral Minoxidil (2.5 mg) and Finasteride (0.6 mg) but feels it's less effective, noticing less hair density and thickness. He is concerned about the effectiveness of the oral treatment compared to the previous combination with topical Minoxidil.
community Regrowth or miniaturization? 2 months on min And spironolactone
The conversation is about hair regrowth or miniaturization after two months of using minoxidil and spironolactone. Specific treatments mentioned are minoxidil and spironolactone.