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      community Dear tressless, i have a question for you.

      in Technology  452 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride are discussed for hair loss, with concerns about minoxidil's heart-related side effects. New treatments like PP405 are met with skepticism, often humorously noted as always being "five years away."

      community Microneedling at 1mm feels I'm hitting my skull

      in Microneedling  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses their experience with at-home microneedling at 1mm for hair growth, feeling like they're hitting their skull. Other users suggest lowering the needle depth or stopping due to discomfort.

      community Anyone else growing tired of the finasteride wars?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  169 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.

      community Weed/THC effects on hair growth/hair loss, and vitality of organ-culture human follicle studies (research review)

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Cannabis and THC may have mixed effects on hair, with some studies suggesting potential negative impacts on hair growth in isolated hair follicles, but these results are hard to apply to living humans. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used for hair loss, and the effects of cannabis might be neutral or vary based on individual factors.

      community Telogen Effluvium/Chronic TE and immune-related hair loss advice

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Chronic Telogen Effluvium can be managed by avoiding inflammatory foods, exercising, staying hydrated, and using supplements like krill oil, saw palmetto, or licorice root. Minoxidil is discouraged due to its cost and potential for worsening hair loss, while castor oil is recommended to strengthen hair roots and reduce shedding.

      community Dutasteride and elevated (LDL) cholesterol

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and noticed elevated cholesterol levels, questioning if dutasteride caused this change. They also take Vitamin D, biotin, magnesium, ginkgo biloba, omega-3, and NAC, and are concerned about the impact of these supplements and their health on cholesterol levels.

      community Hair Loss Treatment Iceberg Chart

      in Satire  1384 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, ass hair transplant, topical Viagra, castration, and transitioning to female. A user mentions an experimental drug called M4U-5 (Mousteride) that turns you into a mouse.

      community Have I started Too much all at once?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of finasteride and minoxidil. It suggests starting with finasteride alone to assess its effectiveness before adding other treatments like minoxidil, while noting that biotin and caffeine shampoo are unlikely to help unless there's a deficiency.

      community Creating an all-in one topical. Dumb idea?

      in Treatment 3 years ago
      The user is considering combining finasteride and minoxidil tablets into a topical solution that already includes Garnier Fructis stemoxydine and CB0103. They are seeking advice on whether this combination is effective and safe.

      community DIY Cetirizin topical 1% with micro needling

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about using a DIY topical Cetirizine 1% solution with microneedling for hair loss treatment. Concerns were raised about potential side effects and the effectiveness of Cetirizine for this purpose.

      community What are your thoughts on pre-finasteride blood work?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is considering resuming finasteride after a 6-month break and is debating the necessity of extensive blood work, including hormone and health markers, to establish a baseline. They are unsure if the tests are necessary since they experienced no side effects previously.

      community A positive thought rolling into Christmas

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is optimistic about future hair loss treatments, highlighting Veradermics, Breezula, and PP405 as promising options expected by 2027-2028. The user expresses hope that these developments will prevent future generations from experiencing the same struggles with hair loss.

      community Some among us are the chosen ones

      in Chat  122 upvotes 9 months ago
      Some individuals experience hair loss despite using treatments like 2.5 mg dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, suggesting sensitivity to DHT or other factors. Various treatments and lifestyle changes are discussed, but results vary, and some consider hair transplants or other solutions.

      community Regrowth from massage, update and integration

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses using scalp massage, balms like Ethera and L'Occitane, and dietary changes such as rosemary tea and tofu to address hair loss. The user is also considering high-intensity interval training and slow breathing to improve hair regrowth.

      community Got some bloodwork done, horrifying results.

       10 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user is concerned about high DHT levels despite using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, suggesting these treatments may not be effective. They plan to consult an endocrinologist and consider other antiandrogens, acknowledging potential side effects.

      community Why Diffuse Thinning is Worse Than a Receding Hairline

      in Research/Science  149 upvotes 1 year ago
      Diffuse thinning is worse than a receding hairline as it affects the entire scalp, complicating styling and hair transplants. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841 are mentioned, with some users noting improved hair density.

      community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily

      in Update  47 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.

      community Hair loss mental effect is so bad

      in Satire  177 upvotes 9 months ago
      Hair loss negatively affects mental health, causing anxiety and depression. Minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as treatments, but side effects and mental health concerns remain.