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      community Here's why you don't assume you have TE, because you likely don't

      in Chat  48 upvotes 1 year ago
      TE (telogen effluvium) is often misunderstood and is triggered by severe stress or trauma, not minor daily inconveniences. Most hair loss cases are due to male pattern baldness (AGA), and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can help.

      community 1064 Grafts, Pre to Mo 8.5, Kaan Pekiner

      in Update  309 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared an 8.5-month update on their hair transplant of 1064 grafts done by Dr. Kaan Pekiner in Ankara, Turkey, costing $3500. They are also using finasteride 2.25 mg weekly and have reduced shampoo use.

      community Expectations control for SCUBE3

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.

      community Fin is killing my eyes. Alternatives?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced severe dry eyes as a side effect of using topical and oral Finasteride for hair loss and is seeking alternative treatments. They are considering other anti-androgens like Dutasteride, RU58841, Pyrilytamide, and Fluridil, despite mixed results and potential side effects.

      community is this a hair transplant (57 yo)

      in Hair Systems  604 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 57-year-old man uses a hair system, not a hair transplant, and likely had cosmetic procedures. Discussions include the effectiveness of hair systems and finasteride side effects.

      community Ru58841 + topical minoxidil + microneedling succes story

      in Progress Pictures  337 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their successful hair loss treatment using RU58841, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, noting significant improvement over three months. They chose RU58841 over finasteride due to personal preference and reported no side effects, while others discussed their experiences with different treatments and supplements.

      community How to deal with mechanically induced shedding

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause scalp dryness and flaking, leading to hair shedding when exfoliating. Alternatives like oral Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo are suggested to manage these issues.

      community Crazy Journey (5 Difficult Years)

      in Progress Pictures  230 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their hair restoration journey after a botched transplant, highlighting successful results with 8000 grafts and 5mg oral minoxidil, while choosing not to use finasteride due to potential side effects. The user reported no side effects from minoxidil, except for extra body hair, and expressed satisfaction with the current results.

      community Fluridil degrades the androgen receptor.

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 10 months ago
      Fluridil degrades androgen receptors, which are prevalent in the scalp and other tissues. People with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) may have higher expression of these receptors and 5AR activity in affected scalp areas.

      community Regenera & Exosomes – Do They Actually Work?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Regenera Activa and exosome therapy are discussed for hair loss treatment, focusing on their effectiveness for regrowth, thickening, or reducing shedding. Users are seeking experiences and results from these treatments.

      community Applying topicals when you still have hair without pulling out existing hair?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using oral minoxidil and is considering topical dutasteride but is concerned about potential worsening. They are also exploring other topical treatments like latanoprost, caffeine, and melatonin, and seeking advice on application methods without pulling out existing hair.

      community Sublingual topical minoxidil experience

      in Minoxidil  16 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects from using topical minoxidil sublingually, including muscle cramps, dizziness, and high potassium levels. They were advised to stop and seek medical help, emphasizing that topical minoxidil is not safe for ingestion due to its alcohol content.

      community Scalp tension/pain = Hair loss?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair loss was triggered by a testosterone and Masteron cycle, causing scalp tension and shedding. Topical finasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil were used to stop shedding and improve scalp condition.

      community 7 day hair transplant update - HLC Ankara - How we looking?

      in Transplants  155 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 35-year-old shared a 7-day update on their hair transplant, which involved 3,153 grafts performed by Dr. Elif at HLC Ankara, costing 10,000 euros including accommodations. The user has been on finasteride for over 12 years and opted for a partial shave FUE to address hairline recession and temple peaks.

      community is this basically the cure to hairloss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  156 upvotes 1 year ago
      A rigorous and extensive regimen for hair regrowth, including oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, various oils, supplements, and lifestyle changes, is discussed with skepticism and humor. The consensus is that such an extreme routine is impractical and potentially harmful, with no guaranteed results.
      27M: Dutasteride and Minoxidil for Eyebrow Thinning and Hair Loss, Seeking Advice

      community 27M: Dutasteride and Minoxidil for Eyebrow Thinning and Hair Loss, Seeking Advice

      in General  183 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced limited success with Dutasteride and topical Minoxidil for hair loss and eyebrow thinning, with side effects like decreased libido and erectile dysfunction. He is considering oral Minoxidil but is concerned about side effects, and is advised to try ketoconazole for possible dermatitis and monitor vitamin D levels.