Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    660-690 / 1000+ results

      community CB-03-01 supposed hair loss cure

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses why CB-03-01, a potential hair loss treatment, isn't widely discussed despite evidence of its effectiveness and safety. Some users mention other treatments like melatonin, procianidin b2, and RU58841, debating their effectiveness and safety.

      community I was addicted to hair fibers for 11 years

      in Treatment  180 upvotes 10 months ago
      A person used hair fibers for 11 years to hide hair loss, which affected their social life. They had a hair transplant, improving their life, and recommend addressing hair loss directly.

      community Is this retrograde alopecia ??

      in Chat  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning and treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and RU58841. Users share experiences with retrograde alopecia, hair transplants, and stress-related hair loss, while also considering thyroid issues and other potential causes.

      community I have a theory about hair loss

      in Treatment 5 months ago
      Hair loss is often linked to inflammation and DHT, with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil being effective for many. Natural remedies like turmeric and oils are discussed, but medications are generally seen as more reliable for managing genetic hair loss.

      community Second shed and more abnormalities

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride for 15 months and oral minoxidil for 6 months, and developed alopecia areata, for which a dermatologist prescribed calcipotriol/betamethasone. The treatment is helping, but the user is experiencing another shedding phase and is concerned about the effects of the steroid cream and the cause of hair loss.

      community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Research/Science  76 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.
      Treatment advice on balding with different hair colors

      community Treatment advice on balding with different hair colors

      in General  69 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, considering options like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, or a hair transplant. They are concerned about how their mixed hair color might affect a transplant.

      community HT booked, taking finasteride and losing ground?

      in I'm Starting Treatment  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss despite taking finasteride and has a hair transplant scheduled. They experience scalp itching and burning, which hasn't been relieved by various treatments, and another user suggests using ghk-cu & ahk-cu serum and Koshine kx-826/pyrilutamide for relief.

      community Balding since 2023, topical fin+keto+min since early 2025

      in General  118 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is stressed about hair loss and is using a HIMS topical treatment containing finasteride, ketoconazole, minoxidil, and biotin, but is concerned about the oily appearance it causes. They are considering switching to Rogaine (minoxidil) due to budget constraints and side effect concerns with oral finasteride.

      community Hair keeps thinning but doc says no nutrient deficiencies

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Hair thinning possibly due to rapid weight loss and dietary changes, with no nutrient deficiencies found. The user is taking vitamins and considering seeing a hair specialist to promote regrowth.

      community Should I stop or is this normal?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased hair fall after starting minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin is normal. Hair may grow faster, and shaving your head is fine while on these medications.

      community Any adderall / vyvanse users here?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 3 months 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 TE turned into Scarring hairloss

      in Update  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.

      community Need motivation, can’t live normally

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair thinning became depressed and sought treatment. The new dermatologist prescribed a routine including topical minoxidil, finasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, and scalp massages.

      community Creatine and Hairloss (experiment)

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experimented with creatine while using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noticing increased bald spots and thinner hair, but attributed it to his hair cycle rather than creatine. Other users suggested that creatine doesn't cause hair loss directly, but increased testosterone from workouts might affect those with a genetic predisposition.

      community Ik I’ll get hate but I’ll say it anyway

      in Chat  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      A clean diet, including cutting sugar, gluten, and dairy, improved hair health and reduced shedding for a user on oral minoxidil and finasteride, but reverting to an old diet worsened hair condition. While diet impacts hair health, genetic factors and treatments like topical ketoconazole and hydrocortisone are also important for managing hair loss.

      community could this be a reason for my hair loss

      in Chat  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses potential links between low vitamin D levels and hair loss, and how correcting this might impact the effectiveness of Minoxidil and Finasteride treatments. The responses vary, with some suggesting that vitamin D deficiency would cause overall scalp hair loss, while others believe it would first affect the most sensitive areas.

      community Norwood 3.5 to Norwoord 5 wuth diffused thinning: damaged follicles all over the scalp due to 2 years of hair system usage. Has anyone faced a similar nightmare and recovered or revived their follicles? Desperately need help guys!

      in Hair Systems  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      User experienced hair loss from Norwood 3.5 to Norwood 5 with diffuse thinning after using a hair system for 2 years. Tried Redensyl, Capixyl, Bicapil, Biotin, multivitamins, Fin, and Min without significant improvement, seeking advice for hair recovery.

      community Hairloss is mentally exhausting

      in Chat  24 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.

      community Scalp pain, diffuse thinning and Fin+nizoral

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experiencing scalp pain and diffuse hair thinning is taking finasteride and using Nizoral shampoo. They plan to continue finasteride for 6 months and consider adding minoxidil if no improvement is seen.

      community Hair loss - Blood work (High DHEAS)

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user has been taking finasteride for 5 months with no improvement in diffuse hair loss and suspects high levels of prolactin, cortisol, progesterone, and DHEAS, as well as iron, might be contributing to the issue. They are also taking vitamin D to address a deficiency.

      community 2 years of treatment with fin, dut and oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced chronic telogen effluvium and mild male pattern baldness, treated with finasteride, oral minoxidil, and later switched to dutasteride, which stopped excessive hair shedding. Other treatments like low-level laser therapy, hair loss shampoos (except ketoconazole), and supplements were ineffective.

      community I want to sacrifice my hair in the name of science

      in Chat  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses various theories of hair loss, including DHT sensitivity and genetic factors, with the user willing to use themselves for research due to having a hair loss gene but different hair loss patterns compared to their brothers. Specific treatments were not mentioned in the provided text.