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community A new study by Deng and colleagues set out to explore differences between balding and non balding scalps...

in Research/Science 38 upvotes 4 years ago

Balding scalps have more androgen receptors, leading to increased TGF-beta, which causes blood vessel loss and hair follicle miniaturization. Blocking androgen signaling and TGF-beta may help prevent hair loss.

community PP405 Identity Research

in Research 292 upvotes 9 months ago

PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that inhibits mitochondrial pyruvate carriers, increasing lactate dehydrogenase activity and stimulating hair follicle stem cells. In a phase 1 trial, 31% of participants showed over 20% hair density increase with PP405 treatment.

community Article of all potential future cures

in Treatment 25 upvotes 1 year ago

Ritlecitinib and PP405 show promise for hair regrowth. Diagnosing the cause of hair loss is crucial before treatment.

community A telehealth service you should check out for finasteride.

in Chat 7 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their positive experience with the telehealth service DocBright, highlighting its affordability and effectiveness in prescribing finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole. They noted the service's unique ability to provide a prescription at age 17 but criticized the unprofessional communication with the dermatologist.

community A warning to those thinking about using Dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 99 upvotes 6 years ago

The potential risks of long-term use of Dutasteride and how it may be linked to elevated liver enzymes, cholesterol levels, and decreased testosterone. Alternative treatments such as Finasteride and RU58841 were also discussed.

community (M18) RESULTS SO FAR 1.5 months in, Topical fin 0.3%, ketoconazole 2.2%, minoxidil 7% and biotin 0.2%

in Progress Pictures 1 upvotes 1 year ago

An 18-year-old shares progress in hair regrowth after 1.5 months using a topical treatment with finasteride, ketoconazole, minoxidil, and biotin. They report significant hairline improvement and a decrease in sex drive as a side effect.

community M20 with Low Vitamin D, B12, and Iron: Impact on Hair Loss?

in General 72 upvotes 9 months ago

A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has low levels of Vitamin D, B12, and iron. They are seeking advice on vitamin D supplementation, despite no family history of hair loss.

community 1MG Fin 14 Months Results

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 160 upvotes 5 years ago

A user's 14-month journey with finasteride, microneedling, and Nizoral to treat hair loss. They experienced some side effects such as ball ache, needing to pee constantly, and less semen, but the results were generally positive.

community Summaries of Finasteride Studies

in Research/Science 20 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride is effective in promoting hair growth and reversing hair miniaturization in men with androgenetic alopecia, with improvements seen in various studies over different durations. Some users report initial side effects like ball ache, which often resolve as the body adjusts.

community 11 months of 1.5 mg Finasteride with blood samples

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 293 upvotes 2 years ago

A user took 1.5 mg Finasteride and topical Minoxidil for 11 months, resulting in significant changes in blood values but no noticeable hair improvement. They experienced side effects like mood swings and increased visceral fat, leading them to stop Finasteride.

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