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      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 My experience with 1mg fin eod

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 30-year-old man shared his experience with finasteride, taking 1mg every other day, which led to sexual side effects and other issues, prompting him to stop the treatment despite initial hair improvement. He previously tried natural methods and minoxidil without much success and is now considering a buzzcut.

      community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

      community AA and Hirsutism but T levels are normal

      in Female  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.

      community is there anything that stops hair loss?

      in Female  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing rapid hair loss and has been diagnosed with telogen effluvium by multiple dermatologists, but doubts the diagnosis due to the severity and speed of the hair loss. They are considering various treatments like spironolactone, estradiol, and possibly finasteride, while also exploring the possibility of hormonal imbalances or autoimmune issues.

      community Is my hair improving after seven months on topical treatment?

      in Is this regrowth?  326 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been using Hims topical finasteride and minoxidil for seven months, along with micro needling, and is asking if there's an improvement in their hairline. Responses vary, with some seeing progress and others criticizing the photo quality for comparison, but no side effects were reported.

      community Does Fluridil even work? (Eucapil)

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss discussion includes treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Eucapil's effectiveness is questioned due to unconvincing clinical trial and lack of FDA approval.

      community Scalp, eyebrow, eyelash and pubic hair loss.

       7 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss on the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, and pubic area, along with itchy, flaky skin and red patches. They have a history of eczema and dermatitis and suspect that stopping shampoo use and taking Ritalin may have contributed to the issue.

      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 Hello again with my second journey

      in Transplants  78 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user underwent a second hair transplant for increased density and to address hair loss in the crown area, with 3,800 grafts at a cost of 2,200 euros at Estepalace, including additional services. Some commenters discussed the appearance of the hairline and the importance of using DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant.

      community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.

      in Treatment  55 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.
      Am I cooked? Considering HT

      community Am I cooked? Considering HT

      in Hair Transplants  236 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 37-year-old man is seeking advice for hair loss treatment, considering options like finasteride and topical or oral minoxidil. A user suggests consulting a doctor and monitoring blood pressure if using oral minoxidil.

      community Going to be posting every day results with Topical Melatonin.

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about a user trying topical melatonin mixed with minoxidil to reduce hair shedding after not seeing desired results with finasteride and minoxidil alone. Another user suggests that instead of daily updates, the original poster should share their results after a few weeks.

      community Is anyone using melatonin for hair loss?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Melatonin is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with questions about its effectiveness and whether it should be used topically or orally. No specific conclusions or personal experiences were shared.

      community Progress: 1 year mtf hrt, 9 months Min/Fin

      in Transgender  118 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year on male-to-female hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and nine months using minoxidil and finasteride. They noted a reduction in body hair and attributed much of the hair regrowth to the addition of minoxidil.

      community Discussion: Keratin Microsphere Results

      in Treatment  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      Keratin microspheres may offer additional mechanisms to combat hair loss compared to minoxidil. The process to create these microspheres is relatively simple and can be done at home with basic equipment.

      community From Perfect Hair to This: 2 Years of Chronic TE + Unmasked AGA.

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 days ago
      A 25-year-old is experiencing chronic telogen effluvium (TE) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA) after surgery, using finasteride, red light therapy, and supplements, and considering oral minoxidil despite heart concerns. They are unsure whether to start minoxidil before or after an upcoming surgery, which may trigger another hair shed.

      community 26M Baseline blood work done before Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A person considering finasteride for hair loss checked their hormone levels before starting treatment. They are concerned about the potential increase in estradiol and its effects, as well as the impact on their sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and free testosterone levels.