community M[16] Thinning Hair Advice (Desperate)
A 16-year-old is experiencing thinning hair at the front and shedding during showers. He is concerned about potential early baldness and is considering seeing a doctor and taking multivitamins.
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community Is my hairline starting to minituarize?
The conversation discusses concerns about potential hairline miniaturization and whether to start finasteride as a preventive measure. Recommendations include consulting a specialist and considering treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole.
community Anyone get bloodwork done? What numbers should I be looking for?
The user had lab work done to check for thyroid issues and other factors related to hair loss. They are seeking advice on which lab results are important for understanding hair loss and what the optimal levels should be.
community Fuzzy weird hair in the front, seasonal shedding
A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss, particularly fuzzy hair in the front, and is concerned about male pattern baldness. Treatments mentioned include Propecia (finasteride), minoxidil, PRP treatments, dermarolling, peppermint oil, and apple cider vinegar.
community Has anyone else seen this encouraging verteporfin case study?
The conversation discusses the potential use of verteporfin for hair loss treatment, with one user mentioning their surgeon's interest in trying it and another noting its research status and clinical use as a YAP inhibitor. Some users debate the market size, availability of generics, and the optimism in the hair loss community regarding new treatments.
community Baby hairs on hairline! 11 months on 1mg eod fin and microneedling 1x a week, age 31.
A user reported significant hair thickening and new baby hairs on the hairline after 11 months of using 1mg finasteride every other day and microneedling once a week. They experienced no shedding, and finasteride stopped all hair loss within 24 hours of the first pill.
community Just got my bloodwork done, should I worry?
The conversation discusses concerns about potential side effects, specifically gynecomastia, from taking 1mg of finasteride every other day for hair loss. Bloodwork results were shared, but more information was requested to provide advice.
community ‘Long term use of fin/dut may be associated with health risks including fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dry eye disease and potential kidney disease.’
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride may be linked to health risks like fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, dry eye disease, and potential kidney disease. Some users believe the risks are low and the medications are generally safe.
community Does everyone experiencing male pattern baldness have an oily scalp?
Male pattern baldness can occur with or without an oily scalp, but an oily scalp and seborrheic dermatitis can worsen the condition. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo are used, and managing diet and scalp care can help control symptoms.
community Need advice whether on starting Fin
The user is considering starting finasteride for hair loss prevention, expressing concerns about potential side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. They are currently taking saw palmetto, vitamin D, zinc, vitamin C, and biotin but are unsure if these will be effective.