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      community Is it Ritalin? (23 F)

      in Question  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user suspects Ritalin is causing hair loss due to vasoconstriction and is considering trying Ginkgo Biloba after already taking a multivitamin and hair supplement. Another user mentions experiencing hair shedding with Vyvanse and Dexedrine.

      community A Theory on Why Microneedling Works

       172 upvotes 6 years ago
      Microneedling may enhance hair regrowth by transferring stem cells to dormant follicles, improving the effects of minoxidil. Users discuss using microneedling with needle lengths around 1.5mm to stimulate hair growth.

      community Question about Castor oil and other oils?

      in Question  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Castor oil's effectiveness for male pattern baldness, receding hairline, and thinning crown is questioned, including its application method and potential side effects. The user also mentions experiencing hair shedding with coconut oil.

      community Any balding females? I need advice with coping :(

       17 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 27-year-old woman is struggling with hair loss, feeling self-conscious and seeking advice on coping. She mentions trying Minoxidil but is hesitant due to scalp issues and is looking for ways to regain confidence.

      community I just bought Hair Gro by New Nordic. Has anyone else used it before?

      in Product  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is seeking feedback on "Hair Gro" by New Nordic, which they are using alongside Rogaine, Nizoral shampoo, and castor oil for hair growth. They plan to update on their progress with the product, which contains ingredients like apple extract, millet extract, tocotrienols, tocopherol, L-Methionine, silicon, zinc, and biotin.

      community "but it will hurt my gains bro"

      in Satire  1309 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride, and their effects on hair and muscle gains. Users debate effectiveness and side effects, mixing scientific approaches with jokes.

      community Vitamin D help? Any help would be appreciated :D

      in Chat  55 upvotes 5 years ago
      The individual is experiencing hair loss and has a vitamin D deficiency, with levels at 7.49ng/ml or 26nmol/l. They are unsure if the deficiency is causing the hair loss and are seeking advice on vitamin D supplementation.

      community I don’t get it - I keep shedding hair even 2 years into fin

      in Chat  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP is experiencing ongoing hair shedding despite two years on finasteride, with some initial improvement but no long-term success. Users suggest seasonal shedding, checking for vitamin deficiencies, considering minoxidil, and possibly switching to dutasteride.

      community I got an idea to cure baldness but i need your help

      in Satire  94 upvotes 3 years ago
      User suggests finding unknown baldness cure by applying random items on scalp and reporting results after 6 months. Various users humorously agree to try different substances, including whale sperm and hydrochloric acid.

      community Rejected for the 2nd time for the VDPHL01 Clinical Trials (believe it or not!)

      in Chat  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user was rejected from participating in a clinical trial for an extended-release oral Minoxidil due to having rheumatoid arthritis, despite initially being accepted. They had stopped using Dutasteride and Minoxidil to qualify but continued using other treatments like RU58841 and red light therapy.

      community What's the exact relation with green tea and dht?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the effects of green tea on DHT levels and its impact on hair loss. It concludes that natural remedies like green tea are less effective than hair loss drugs such as Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Pattern hair loss could be due to gut bacteria

       52 upvotes 6 years ago
      Feeding bacteria-free mice with Lactobacillus murinus worsened hair loss, but a regular diet with biotin stopped it. The conversation suggests gut bacteria and diet may influence hair loss, with some skepticism and discussion about other factors like DHT and genetics.

      community Minoxidil may have poisoned my cat

      in Minoxidil  45 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user expressed concern that minoxidil might have poisoned their cat, leading to heart and lung issues, but others suggested it was unlikely due to minimal exposure. Some users recommended switching to oral minoxidil or using protective measures like a bonnet to prevent potential contact with pets.

      community Well boys... I've joined the Master Race

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes 3 months ago
      Finasteride has been effective for maintaining hair density, but due to a slight dip in temple hair, the user switched to dutasteride as an additional measure. Users discuss varying experiences with side effects from finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, highlighting that reactions can differ significantly among individuals.

      community Why do some doctors just lie to our faces ?

      in Chat  22 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 19-year-old is frustrated with doctors giving misleading information about hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to self-administer finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of supportive medical guidance.

      community Vitamin D slight temple regrowth

      in Is this regrowth?  109 upvotes 3 months ago
      Vitamin D supplementation may have led to slight hair regrowth and density improvement. Other treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and maintaining optimal vitamin D levels.

      community Why dont we research more on body hair

      in Chat  32 upvotes 3 months ago
      Body hair is more resilient than scalp hair due to different gene expressions and DHT sensitivity. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are used for hair loss, but they have varying effects on body and scalp hair.

      community Here are the steps I'm taking in my hair regrowth journey!

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shares their hair regrowth journey using finasteride and minoxidil, highlighting lifestyle changes to enhance results. Another user reports negative side effects from finasteride and plans to try ketoconazole shampoo and natural oils.

      community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experiences severe side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, including low libido and anxiety, and is currently using oral minoxidil despite shortness of breath. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss, having tried pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841 with no success, and are considering future treatments or a hair transplant.

      community Creatine and hair loss...you're not crazy.

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing hair loss in some people, though experiences vary. Treatments like finasteride or minoxidil are suggested to manage potential hair loss.