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      community PTD-DBM Update: Q&A With Dr. Kang-Yell Choi

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 6 years ago
      PTD-DBM is being explored for hair regrowth by targeting CXXC5, with clinical trials expected after pre-clinical studies. Users express anticipation and skepticism about its effectiveness.

      community Is the clinic diagnosis legit to you ?

      in Transplants  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The clinic diagnosed the user with NW3 and AGA, noting thinning hair despite using finasteride for 3 years, and suggested PRP and Mesotherapy before considering a transplant. The user questions the necessity of these treatments without confirming retrograde alopecia and its treatability.

      community What is the cause of "DHT itch"?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of using Tongkat ali and dioscorea to raise DHT levels, leading to increased body hair growth and an itchy scalp, without causing hair loss. The discussion also debates the role of DHT in male characteristics and its impact on sexual function, with differing opinions on its importance and effects.

      community 1.5 years on dutasteride and on and off microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  64 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using dutasteride daily, microneedling weekly, and Nizoral shampoo, after stopping minoxidil due to side effects. They also use a mix of pumpkin seed, rosemary, and peppermint oil, and are considering RU58841 for more temple area thickness.

      community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness and skepticism around topical dutasteride for hair loss, with mentions of combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and oral medications. Some users doubt its efficacy due to lack of independent studies and potential conflicts of interest.

      community Combining topicals together to save time

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 20-year-old is using dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride with stemoxydine, alfatradiol, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermapen for hair loss and is considering mixing these treatments to save time. They are also contemplating a hair transplant that requires 3500 grafts.

      community Dut/Minox/Needling to Dut/Oral Minox/Tretinoin/Needling

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user had been using Minoxidil and Dutasteride with micro-needling but experienced hair loss after switching Minoxidil brands. Their doctor prescribed oral Minoxidil and Tretinoin, but the pharmacist suggested isotretinoin might be a more cost-effective alternative.

      community Microneedling and hair transplants - my hair surgeon advised against it

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user started on Finasteride, switched to Dutasteride, and is considering microneedling but was advised against it by their hair surgeon due to potential scalp issues affecting a planned hair transplant. Other users suggest alternatives like Minoxidil, PRP, and avoiding microneedling due to the risk of scar tissue impacting transplant results.

      community New Hair Loss Treatment: Adipose Derived Secretomes

      in Research/Science  17 upvotes 11 months ago
      Adipose-derived stem cell secretome showed significant improvement in hair density and growth, especially when combined with minoxidil, suggesting a synergistic effect. The study had limitations, including a small sample size and potential bias.

      community Diffuse Alopecia

      in Female  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 19-year-old female with Diffuse Alopecia was advised by a dermatologist to use vitamin supplements, a hair serum, and antifungal drops, leading to some improvement. Other users suggested treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and consulting a different dermatologist for further advice.

      community Bicalutamide vs Finasteride for female AGA plus TE

      in Female  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      OP is considering Bicalutamide for female AGA and TE but is concerned about its side effects and effectiveness compared to Finasteride. OP is also using Minoxidil and Spironolactone but is experiencing significant shedding and is unsure if it's androgen-driven or due to Minoxidil changes.

      community Adipose tissue layer and stem cells.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      Adipose fat cells and stem cells may help treat hair loss by restoring the scalp's thickness. Treatments like NanoFat injections and Botox are discussed for their potential to promote hair growth.

      community Kintor Phase 2 Results released KX-826 (pyrilutamide)

      in Research/Science  447 upvotes 3 years ago
      Kintor Pharmaceutical's Phase 2 results with the drug Pyrilutamide, a potential alternative to 5-ARI drugs like Finasteride and Dutasteride but without the side effects. It could be used in combination with other topical treatments such as Minoxidil. The safety of the drug has been demonstrated in 6 months of use, however there are still questions about long term efficacy and systemic absorption.

      community New baby hairs are popping out. Question though: what are these black dots on hairline? Clogged pores?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing new hair growth after using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, but is concerned about black dots on the hairline, which might be clogged pores or dormant follicles. The user previously used a topical minoxidil/finasteride spray and had good results, despite a shedding phase after switching treatments.

      community IGE Hair Loss and Miniaturization

      in Chat  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male is experiencing diffuse hair loss and miniaturization, possibly due to high IGE levels after using tofacitinib. He seeks advice and has not yet consulted a dermatologist.

      community Extreme regimen and still miniaturized hairs. AGA is just impossible to beat.

      in Insane  32 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's extreme regimen for hair loss, which includes taking oral and topical medications such as minoxidil, dutasteride, cyproterone acetate and bicalutamide, but still experiencing miniaturization. Suggestions were made to try other treatments such as RU58841 and Pyrilutamide, while also considering mental health treatment and advice on lookmaxxing.

      community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.

      community Cheap topical anti-androgens recommendations?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about finding affordable topical anti-androgens for hair loss. The user is currently using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, and is advised that additional topical treatments may not be necessary.

      community Wednesday after micro needling through Friday today.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and considering adding rosemary and pumpkin saw palmetto to their regimen. They report significant hair growth, especially with dutasteride, and are considering increasing their dose and adding RU58841.

      community 5ARI (dutasteride) Associated with Adverse Metabolic Effects

       23 upvotes 7 years ago
      Dutasteride is associated with increased blood glucose, HbA1c, LDL cholesterol, and liver enzyme activity, potentially leading to diabetes, NAFLD, and liver metabolism changes. The conversation highlights concerns about these adverse effects and calls for more studies, including on finasteride.