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      community PTD-DBM Update: Q&A With Dr. Kang-Yell Choi

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 6 years ago
      PTD-DBM is being explored for hair regrowth by targeting CXXC5, with clinical trials expected after pre-clinical studies. Users express anticipation and skepticism about its effectiveness.

      community Since there is so much hype for cosmeRNA and HMI-115...

      in Chat  44 upvotes 3 years ago
      Exploring different treatments for hair loss, such as cosmeRNA and HMI-115 which are small interference messenger RNA that inhibits the DHT receptor and an antibody that binds to the prolactin (PRL) receptor respectively; and researching mechanism and environment of hyperresponders.

      community Went to a doctor today, this is the result

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user discussed hair loss treatments, considering options like oral and topical dutasteride, minoxidil, pumpkin seed oil, and a tonic with various ingredients. They expressed concerns about side effects and the cost of microneedling sessions.

      community 22 year old male, doctor prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone instead of finasteride.

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 22-year-old male has been experiencing hair thinning since 18 and was prescribed 50mg oral spironolactone for hair loss and high blood pressure, despite inquiring about finasteride. A reply suggests that spironolactone is less effective than finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and recommends seeking a second medical opinion.

      community Blood test results and balding

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical Minoxidil and finasteride for 5 months without seeing regrowth, despite ideal blood test results. They are seeking advice on what to do next due to frustration with continued hair loss.

      community 1.5 years on oral 0.5 mg dut and 2.5mg minox

      in Is this regrowth?  8 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 23-year-old male has been using oral dutasteride and minoxidil for 1.5 years for temple recession, adding topical minoxidil and tretinoin 5-6 months ago, and recently adjusted thyroid medication and added iron supplements due to deficiencies. He noticed some baby hairs but no significant growth yet, and reports no shedding on dutasteride.

      community 6 months finasteride and 5 months dutasteride

      in Progress Pictures  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, also using RU58841, and is managing hypothyroidism. Despite ongoing shedding, they report some improvement and plan to continue dutasteride for a year before considering minoxidil.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community First year progress: oral fin/topical min

      in Progress Pictures  408 upvotes 3 years ago
      Progress in hair loss recovery over the course of one year, using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Suggestions were made to try topical finasteride and minoxidil with microneedling, and other factors such as stress, iron, nutrition discussed.

      community 5ARI (dutasteride) Associated with Adverse Metabolic Effects

       22 upvotes 8 years ago
      Dutasteride is associated with increased blood glucose, HbA1c, LDL cholesterol, and liver enzyme activity, potentially leading to diabetes, NAFLD, and liver metabolism changes. The conversation highlights concerns about these adverse effects and calls for more studies, including on finasteride.

      community 9 months check - should I keep going ?

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is using topical Minoxidil, finasteride, dermastamp, and Nizoral shampoo for hair loss and is considering continuing the treatment. Suggestions include possibly switching to dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, adding tretinoin, and considering a hair transplant for better results.

      community Diffuse thinning chronicles pt. 2

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old Asian male is treating hair loss with 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and 1.5mm microneedling weekly. The discussion is about his progress with these treatments.

      community Just found out I am Vitamin D deficient

      in Treatment  58 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user found out they are vitamin D deficient and was prescribed high-dose vitamin D supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combined vitamin D supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.

      community How can my DHT be so low without Finasteride on cycle?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 weeks ago
      A user is curious why their DHT levels are not higher despite using 400mg of testosterone without finasteride, and wonders if zinc or GHK-Cu injections could be influencing this. Another user suggests that more testosterone typically leads to more DHT, but the user might be fortunate not to exceed normal DHT levels.

      community Second month of fin assessment (12/13/16)

      in Finasteride  7 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding in the second month of using finasteride, leading them to buzz their hair. They plan to improve their diet, sleep, and stress levels, and start using Nizoral for scalp issues.

      community Has anyone tried CB-01-03 aka Clascoterone?

      in Research/Science  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      Clascoterone, a topical anti-androgen, is generating interest for potentially fewer systemic side effects. Users are curious about its effectiveness and details like concentration and duration of use.

      community Dutasteride UPDATE (female) *sixth month*

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 4 years ago
      A female user in her mid-20s with androgenetic alopecia and suspected telogene effluvium who has been taking Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Ketoconazol shampoo, and Yaz contraception for her hair loss for the past 6 months. She had a small shed during this time that she believes to be stress related.

      community 3 Months Finasteride Log: Below Baseline

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 23-year-old male is using finasteride (1mg daily), derma rolling, and Nizoral for hair loss treatment, experiencing increased shedding and side effects like anxiety, decreased libido, and fatigue. Despite no positive changes in hair after three months, he plans to continue finasteride and may consider RU58841 or CB as future treatments, avoiding minoxidil due to past negative experiences.
      Dut + Min, 5 Months In, No Results — Need Advice

      community Dut + Min, 5 Months In, No Results — Need Advice

      in Treatments  163 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 28-year-old experiencing worsening hair loss despite using Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil is considering exosome therapy and possibly switching treatments due to side effects. They seek advice on whether to continue with Dutasteride or try alternatives like Pyrilutamide or topical supplements.

      community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

      community Joining clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula)

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user considering joining a clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula) after experiencing no results with topical finasteride and minoxidil, and side effects from oral finasteride. The user is seeking advice on clinical study participation and experiences.