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      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community Depressed that DUPA rules me out of a transplant

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is upset about hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and DUPA, which prevents a hair transplant. They mention using jojoba oil and discuss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Low-dose oral minoxidil and skin aging

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of low-dose oral minoxidil for hair loss and its potential effects on skin aging. Users shared experiences, with some noting side effects like puffy eyelids and dark circles, but no conclusive evidence of significant collagen depletion or increased wrinkles.

      community Developed dark circles from Minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Minoxidil can cause dark circles and skin issues, and users suggest reducing dosage or switching to foam. Supplements like vitamin C, glycine, and MSM may help with collagen production to reduce these side effects.

      community I am RESTLESS and not STRESSLESS due to my issues of TRESSLESS :(

      in Female  14 upvotes 4 years ago
      A female user is experiencing severe hair loss, especially at the crown and front, with broken and dull hair despite using Moroccan oil, shea moisture shampoo, and coconut oil. She seeks recommendations for a clinic or doctor as previous doctors attributed the issue to stress but offered no solutions.

      community Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community What is going on with my scalp?

      in Female  24 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user named Mmherak is experiencing hair loss, with low B12 and iron deficiency, and has been recommended minoxidil and spironolactone by dermatologists. Other users suggest seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff, recommending treatments like Nizoral shampoo, ketoconazole, and Selsun Blue.

      community lost all my gains switching from liquid to foam

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Switching from liquid to foam minoxidil led to hair loss for OP, possibly due to a second shedding cycle. OP experienced allergic reactions to propylene glycol in the liquid form, causing dandruff and itchiness, which improved after switching to foam.

      community Thoughts on my dermatologist only giving me methionine for AGA?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A dermatologist prescribed methionine with vitamins for hair loss, but the user is doubtful and plans to seek finasteride in France. The user is unsure why finasteride or minoxidil wasn't prescribed, suspecting concerns about side effects or strength.

      community PP405 - hair stem cell stimulation

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 2 years ago
      PP405, a topical LDH inhibitor, has shown to stimulate hair follicle stem cell proliferation in humans with moderate hair loss. They are advancing to more detailed trials this year.

      community Sudden, rapid hair loss

       5 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hair loss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.

      community 22 year old, losing hair for 1 year

      in General  192 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair loss suspects androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and possibly telogen effluvium (TE), with a noted improvement in scalp itch after adopting a gluten-free diet. He is advised to consider treatments like finasteride or minoxidil and to check iron and ferritin levels.

      community Vicious male pattern baldness TINGLING ITCH!

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user struggles with male pattern baldness and a persistent tingling itch on their crown, trying various treatments like aloe vera, tea tree oil, and Nizoral without success. Another user suggests the itch might be psychosomatic, linked to worrying about hair loss.

      community Sudden itchy scalp and shedding after 2 years of treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      After 2 years of using finasteride and minoxidil with good results, the user is experiencing severe scalp itchiness, shedding, and tenderness. Despite dermatologists finding nothing wrong, the user seeks over-the-counter treatments for the itch.

      community Foligain foam & scalp problems

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      Foligain foam caused severe scalp irritation and flakiness, unlike Rogaine foam. The user plans to consult a dermatologist for treatment options.

      community Vitamin D help? Any help would be appreciated :D

      in Chat  55 upvotes 5 years ago
      The individual is experiencing hair loss and has a vitamin D deficiency, with levels at 7.49ng/ml or 26nmol/l. They are unsure if the deficiency is causing the hair loss and are seeking advice on vitamin D supplementation.