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      community What the hell does it mean by “do not apply to front of scalp”

      in Minoxidil  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil can be applied to the entire scalp, including the hairline, despite labels suggesting otherwise due to lack of specific testing. For best results in treating hair loss, combining minoxidil with finasteride is recommended, as finasteride addresses the underlying cause of male pattern baldness.

      community A theory about "embracing" the bald look

      in Chat  173 upvotes 6 months ago
      Baldness and modern fashion trends, with a focus on shaving heads and using treatments like minoxidil to manage hair loss and enhance appearance.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  416 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Another transplant or SMP? (Not balding)

      in Transplants  23 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is considering another hair transplant or scalp micropigmentation (SMP) for a congenital bald spot, but previous transplants were less effective due to scar tissue. Suggestions include using hair fibers, changing hairstyles, or doing nothing, as the spot is not very noticeable.

      community Started balding at 16-17 but finally @21 got almost all of it back plus more and I think it made my forehead smaller

      in Is this regrowth?  580 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user regained hair and reduced forehead size using a routine of 1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, topical minoxidil twice daily, tretinoin before minoxidil, derma stamping weekly, red light therapy daily, and ketoconazole shampoo thrice weekly. They experienced initial side effects with finasteride but adjusted the dosage over time.

      community Severe diffuse thinning after scalp inflammation – should I keep fighting or just accept it?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning after scalp inflammation is considering finasteride as a last resort after stopping minoxidil and using anti-inflammatory medication. Users suggest that inflammation causes temporary shedding and recommend consulting a dermatologist, with some advocating for finasteride as a reliable treatment option.

      community Cure/better treatment options in the future

      in Chat  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about future hair loss treatments. Current treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with potential future treatments like GT20029, TDM-105795, JW0061, and follicle cloning.

      community GT20029 Will Replace Finasteride For Hair Loss

      in Research/Science  50 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      GT20029 shows promise as a topical treatment for hair loss, potentially replacing finasteride for some due to its low systemic exposure and ability to degrade androgen receptors. However, skepticism remains about its long-term efficacy and availability, with some users expressing doubt about new treatments consistently failing to reach the market.

      community IS this thinning or my hair swirl/parting?

      in General  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning and treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user is concerned about distinguishing between natural hair parting and actual thinning.

      community Diffuse thinning is the worst. Nothing helps.

      in Update 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and has tried treatments like topical and oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, melatonin, and caffeine without success. Despite using these treatments for over four years, the user reports continued hair thinning and is considering trying RU58841.

      community Min and fin 5% topical .My Hairline Regrowth Progress Doubts Doubts

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using Minoxidil 5% since August and has noticed hair regrowth, with the left temple showing more concentrated growth and the right side having scattered single hairs. Some hairs are turning black, but the right side doesn't yet appear as full as the left.

      community Improvement or Delusional? 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.

      community How can I get this spot more filled in? (Before & After)

      in Is this regrowth?  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using a daily topical spray of finasteride and minoxidil, along with occasional microneedling, to address hair loss since August 2023, and is considering switching to oral medication for convenience and cost reasons. Despite progress, they are exploring options like increasing microneedling frequency or potentially undergoing a hair transplant to address a stubborn spot.

      community Suggestions?

       5 upvotes 12 years ago
      The user is experiencing chronic folliculitis with scalp sores and is concerned about a receding hairline. They have tried various treatments including antibiotics, Nizoral 2% shampoo, and lifestyle changes, but are seeking further advice.

      community Personal experiment: tretinoin and diffuse thinning

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      User experienced hair growth with finasteride and minoxidil, but after using tretinoin, faced aggressive thinning and hair loss. They plan to stop tretinoin for two months to see if the problem improves.

      community Pelage Recruiting Now for Phase 2

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pelage is recruiting for phase 2 trials, showing promise for treating bald regions. The discussion highlights its potential effectiveness based on its mechanism of action.

      community Hair theory Scar tissue and Verteporfin

      in Chat  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user suggests that deeper microneedling with Verteporfin injections might help regrow hair in areas with scar tissue, alongside a DHT blocker. Another user explains that hair loss might be due to reduced Wnt/β-Catenin signaling and suggests that treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling could potentially reverse it.

      community Hair loss whodunit: help me find the culprit!

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing hairline thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil (solution and foam), dermastamping, and tretinoin. They suspect minoxidil or tretinoin might be causing the issue but are unsure.

      community The case for 5ARI-free hair transplants: Dr. Zarev, Pittella, Sethi, Miln, and future treatments in development

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 7 months ago
      Some individuals experience side effects from 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and are considering hair transplants without these medications, with some opting for surgeons like Dr. Zarev. Others are exploring alternative treatments and waiting for new medications in development, while some discuss managing side effects through lifestyle changes or additional medications.