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      community Male baldness - tried everything - emotionally tired....

      in Chat  36 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A 30-year-old man is frustrated with hair loss despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and PRP. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant.

      community Dear RU58841 Users- How did it go?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      RU58841 is used by some for hair loss when finasteride and minoxidil are ineffective. Users report mixed results, with some experiencing side effects like chest pain and mood changes.

      community For any young men whom are balding

      in Chat  84 upvotes 1 month ago
      Young men experiencing hair loss should consult a dermatologist and consider treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Shaving is an option, but medications can help maintain and regrow hair, though results vary.

      community For Those Thinking of Giving Up

      in Chat  32 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shares their experience with hair loss treatments, including oral Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, and Tretinoin, despite seeing no results after six months. They encourage others to continue treatments and consider options like oral Minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and possibly hair transplants.

      community Why are there no proper phase 3 trials for RU

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      RU58841 lacks FDA approval due to financial and safety concerns, including potential cardiological side effects. The company abandoned further research, and users report adverse effects like heart palpitations and gynecomastia.

      community Losing my hair since 18, feel like a monster

      in Chat  36 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing severe hair loss despite using finasteride and minoxidil, and plans to try dutasteride. Others share similar struggles and suggest various treatments like RU58841, spironolactone, and hair systems, while emphasizing the emotional impact of hair loss.

      community 166 days of scalp massage,. Update i dont know what to think….

      in Chat  20 upvotes 1 month ago
      Scalp massages may show slight improvement in hair appearance, but users suggest more aggressive treatments like finasteride or minoxidil for better results. Some users believe lighting and angles affect photo comparisons, and recommend combining massages with medication.

      community Why do some doctors just lie to our faces ?

      in Chat  22 upvotes 1 month 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 DHT nearly doubled after switching to oral Fin

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user switched from topical Minoxidil and Finasteride to oral Finasteride and reduced testosterone, expecting to lower DHT, but instead, DHT increased and hair loss worsened. The user is seeking advice on whether to return to the previous topical treatment or if others have experienced similar issues with oral Finasteride while on TRT.

      community Any adderall / vyvanse users here?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      Adderall and Vyvanse may contribute to hair loss by stressing the dopamine system and increasing cortisol levels. Users discuss potential treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for managing hair loss.

      community Transition protocols from fin to dut

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      Transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss, with suggestions to either slowly transition or frontload dutasteride. The user is also using minoxidil, nizoral, needling, and LLLT.

      community Massaging scalp, day 163, Update. NEED ADVICE!!

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including scalp massage, and the importance of blocking DHT for hair loss management. The user shares blood test results, which appear normal, and seeks advice on effective tests and treatments, expressing a preference for natural methods over medication.

      community Why dont we research more on body hair

      in Chat  32 upvotes 1 month 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 It is kind of diabolical how this works

      in Chat  1571 upvotes 1 month ago
      DHT promotes hair growth in certain areas but causes scalp hair loss, highlighting a frustrating irony. Minoxidil is mentioned as a treatment that grows hair everywhere, including the scalp.

      community Serenoa repens (Saw palmetto)

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      Saw palmetto, a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor, caused unexpected side effects like breast changes and altered semen consistency, which resolved after stopping its use. Concerns about similar side effects with finasteride or dutasteride were expressed, and another user reported low libido and depression from saw palmetto.

      community Do all roads lead back to Turkey?

      in Chat  40 upvotes 1 month ago
      Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride can stabilize hair loss and sometimes regrow hair, but many people still opt for hair transplants, often in Turkey, due to cost and convenience. However, transplants require ongoing medication to maintain results, and not all clinics offer high-quality outcomes.

      community Trying to spread good thoughts

      in Chat  87 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair loss can be distressing, but treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling are available, though not universally effective. Staying positive and considering options like wigs, hair transplants, and future treatments can help maintain self-worth and optimism.

      community 138 days os scalp massaging!! Update!!!

      in Chat  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      Scalp massaging for hair loss hasn't shown significant changes yet, but the scalp is more flexible. Combining treatments like minoxidil, tretinoin, dutasteride, inversion, microneedling, and a good diet might enhance results.

      community Just a rule of thumb regarding "the cure™"

      in Chat  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      Be skeptical of claims about new baldness cures; current treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil remain the best options. New products like Breezula and PP405 lack compelling evidence and may not be available soon.

      community It's all so frustrating: I don't know what to do anymore.

      in Chat  17 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is frustrated with hair loss despite using minoxidil, topical finasteride, and topical dutasteride, and is considering other options like oral treatments, SMP, or hair systems. They feel demoralized and are struggling with self-esteem and social interactions due to their thinning hair.