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      community Being non responsive on dut and min

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is concerned about continued shedding. Suggestions include checking for nutrient deficiencies, consulting a dermatologist, and considering other potential causes like seborrheic dermatitis or telogen effluvium.

      community Microneedling-induced shedding after 5 months?

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair loss after starting microneedling, despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are advised to consult a doctor as the shedding pattern is unusual and may indicate alopecia areata or other scalp conditions.

      community 1yr of treatment 40yr old min/dut/ru/needling

      in Progress Pictures  353 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 40-year-old used minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, and microneedling for one year, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth despite initial shedding. They believe having more hair is beneficial for dating at their age and also recommend staying fit, eating well, and sleeping over 8 hours.

      community Hair loss 30F - thoughts on red light therapy vs min/fin?

      in Female  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a 30-year-old female, comparing red light therapy with minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about hormonal impact and potential pregnancy are raised, with suggestions to consider spironolactone and microneedling, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a dermatologist.

      community Anyone here has experience with ‘nuke’ protocols?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses aggressive hair loss treatments, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, topical cetirizine, and experimental options like Estrogel, oh-flutamide, and RU58841. Users share experiences and suggest trying oral minoxidil and el cranell, noting the complexity and challenges of treating hair loss.

      community Alternative Approach to Hair Loss: an n=1 Experiment in Bioenergetics

       7 upvotes 6 years ago
      The post discusses a holistic, bioenergetic approach to hair loss, focusing on diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes rather than traditional treatments like finasteride or minoxidil. Key dietary recommendations include fruits, milk, potatoes, butter, coconut oil, eggs, oysters, liver, and gelatin, along with moderate exercise and lifestyle adjustments to reduce stress.

      community Does anyone else feel that the hype for PP405 has gone?

      in Chat  25 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism and diminishing excitement around the hair loss treatment PP405 due to unclear trial results. It also mentions other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, VDPHL01 (extended-release minoxidil), and GT20026 as potential options for hair loss management.

      community The Big Fat Layer II

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatment should target dermal white adipose tissue (DWAT) to restore hair follicles. Potential remedies include tocopherol (vitamin E), botox, rosiglitazone, niacin, kojyl cinnamate esters, and ADP355.

      community PP405 Effectiveness in Transplant Area?

      in Transplants  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair transplant recipients are concerned about whether dormant follicles are permanently damaged by incisions, but some believe undamaged follicles could still regrow if a treatment like PP405 is effective. Opinions vary on the impact of transplants on original follicles, with some suggesting treatments like finasteride can help regrow hair.

      community Why creatine and gym cause MPD

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 years ago
      Gym and creatine can cause hair loss by increasing testosterone and androgenic activity. DHT blockers may help some, while others need androgen suppression with topical AA like RU or Pyri.

      community Anyone who used RU58841 without fin/dut?

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 was used by some for hair loss, but concerns about side effects like gynecomastia and safety were raised. Alternatives like finasteride, minoxidil, pyrilutamide, and alfatradiol were discussed, with some users reporting better experiences with these treatments.

      community Microneedling doesnt seem to do anything

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 2 years, nizoral for 1.5 years, topical minoxidil for 1 year, and microneedling for 3 months to treat hair loss but hasn't seen improvement or regrowth, even experiencing shedding with new treatments. They are concerned about continued thinning despite the treatments.

      community Dutasteride and elevated (LDL) cholesterol

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year 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 1 year progression dut+minox...

      in Progress Pictures  589 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's one-year hair loss treatment using dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, tretinoin, and PRP. Users discuss treatment effectiveness, potential issues with diffuse thinning, and sourcing affordable treatments.

      community Alfatradiol causing shedding ?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced a sudden decrease in hair density after starting alfatradiol while already using finasteride. Another user mentioned that initial shedding can occur with hair loss treatments, but it may not last long.

      community concerns about starting minoxidil

      in Female  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.

      community Complete non responder to everything. Modern Norwood Sisyphus

      in Update  76 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for four years and topical minoxidil with microneedling for a year but has not seen significant results in slowing hair loss. They are considering trying dutasteride despite concerns about its intensity, and others suggest trying oral minoxidil or combining treatments for better results.

      community Is coenzyme Q10 good or bad for hair?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses the use of coenzyme Q10 as a potential aid for androgenetic alopecia, alongside dutasteride. The user is seeking feedback on whether coenzyme Q10 improves or worsens hair condition.

      community 31M - major hair shedding after weight loss + stopping vitamins — help!

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced hair shedding after rapid weight loss and stopping vitamins, despite using minoxidil and other supplements. He is considering Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil instead of finasteride due to trying for kids, and is concerned about high ferritin and DHEAS levels.

      community Case study: 1mo progress microneedling + minox, no fin.

      in Microneedling  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their experience with microneedling and minoxidil for hair loss, avoiding finasteride due to concerns about systemic hormone effects. They reported slight hair regrowth after one month and plan to continue the regimen, noting improvements in skin sensitivity and managing dandruff with anti-dandruff shampoo.