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      community Counter-update: Cbum's transplant DOESNT look super good now

      in Transplants  221 upvotes 1 year ago
      Cbum's hair transplant is criticized for looking unnatural and not blending well, with some suggesting better results were expected given his resources. Discussions also cover the effects of steroids and finasteride on hair loss and muscle growth.

      community How long are Pelage going to milk the phase 2a results of PP405?

      in Chat  21 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405, a potential hair loss treatment, is facing delays in releasing Phase 2 results, causing frustration among users who compare it to past failed treatments. Despite skepticism, some remain hopeful about PP405's future, while others discuss alternative treatments like Clascoterone and its expected market release.

      community Castor Oil + Coconut Oil + Derma Rolling

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user is experiencing temple hair recession and is seeking alternatives to finasteride. They are considering castor oil, coconut oil, and derma rolling, and have seen some improvement with Zenegen.

      community Is Tretinoin gel useful with Oral Minoxidal?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil and finasteride are the main treatments for hair loss, with microneedling as an additional method. Tretinoin gel is not necessary with oral minoxidil but can be used for skincare.

      community Coconut oil and hair maintenance

      in Chat  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 28-year-old male on TRT with a family history of MPB reports that consuming 1-2 tbsp of virgin coconut oil daily reduces hair loss and improves hair condition. Stopping the oil leads to increased hair fall and dryness.

      community Testicular ultrasound is it necessary to do?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 month ago
      A 25-year-old male experienced increased testosterone and estradiol levels after starting finasteride for hair loss, leading his doctor to suggest a testicular ultrasound as a precaution. The user questions the necessity of the ultrasound, considering it potentially excessive, while others suggest it could be a useful precaution to rule out any issues.

      community Treatments to maintain alternative to finasteride/dutasteride

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 29-year-old male experiencing hair loss due to TRT is using minoxidil and dermarolling but is hesitant to use finasteride or dutasteride due to potential side effects. He is considering low level laser therapy (LLLT), PRP, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral minoxidil as additional treatments. A reply suggests that without a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, other treatments may not be effective long-term.

      community 28M, 1 year and 9 months on treatment

      in Progress Pictures  682 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old man regrew hair using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, a multivitamin, and a derma roller over 1 year and 9 months. Initial side effects resolved, and he maintains his hair with continued treatment.

      community Dutasteride and partner swallowing- any risks?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dutasteride in semen is considered a very small risk for partners, and fertility typically improves after stopping the medication. It is recommended to stop Dutasteride 3-6 months before trying to conceive to avoid potential impacts on fertility and fetal development.

      community What is next for pp405 in phase 2b?

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is progressing to Phase 2b trials, with results expected in late 2025 or early 2026, and potential Phase 3 trials in 2026. Some users experienced side effects from finasteride and are hopeful for PP405 as an alternative treatment.

      community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

      in Treatment  42 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

      community 0-5 months: almost perfect hair regrowth. But now, after ten months….

      in Update  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth with topical finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermarolling, but later faced severe hair shedding after stopping dermarolling and reducing ketoconazole use. Suggestions included switching to oral treatments, resuming dermarolling, and considering lifestyle changes.

      community Dr. Gabel Doesn't Use Verteporfin

      in Transplants  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dr. Gabel doesn't use Verteporfin because it's not FDA approved. The user is getting FUT and wants to minimize scarring and maximize hair regrowth.

      community 6 months aggressive treatment for hair loss

      in Progress Pictures  115 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared a 6-month aggressive hair loss treatment progress, using oral minoxidil, finasteride/minoxidil topical, dutasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral, and daily Cialis, which notably improved regrowth. Commenters observed significant improvement, with one noting a change from a Norwood 5 to a Norwood 1 in hair loss classification.

      community 3 months update on meds post HT

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using 1mg finasteride and Regaine foam post-hair transplant, noticing significant hair growth at three months. They experienced testicular cramps as a side effect but no other issues, and are considering microneedling for further improvement.

      community Opinion about my regiment.....

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user shares their hair loss treatment regimen, which includes oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, RU58841, LLLT cap, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, vitamin D3, NAC supplement, MK677, collagen, and other hair care products. They seek opinions on its effectiveness.

      community Dutasteride broked my liver (maybe)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their experience with high cholesterol, glucose, and potential metabolic syndrome after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They plan to improve their health with diet and exercise before considering medication.