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      community Why Is No One Talking About Chromosome 20?

      in Chat  32 upvotes 9 months ago
      Some hair loss may be linked to chromosome 20, which isn't affected by DHT blockers like finasteride. Treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and genetic testing are suggested, but their effectiveness for this type of hair loss is uncertain.

      community DUPA, Non Responders and Connective Tissue Disorders

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male with diffuse hair loss, including the donor area, did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil. He suspects his hair loss may be linked to a mild connective tissue disorder, possibly affecting the structural support of hair follicles, rather than being purely hormonal.

      community I fought the reaper, and won!!

      in Progress Pictures  1022 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and eucapil, with additional benefits from MTF hormone replacement therapy. They advised consulting specialists and considering individual responses to treatments.

      community I think I’ve finally found the reason for my hair loss

      in Chat  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss since 2019 and tried finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and ketoconazole shampoo without success. A scalp biopsy showed scarring and inflammation from folliculitis, indicating chronic inflammation was affecting treatment effectiveness.

      community Progress update just over a year in

      in Progress Pictures  143 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 2mg minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with inconsistent use for two months, and is experiencing a shedding phase. Suggestions include adding dutasteride, micro-needling, and considering a shorter haircut to manage appearance during shedding.

      community One and a half year on meds (fin/dut, minox)

      in Progress Pictures  54 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride to prevent hair loss, despite not showing significant balding. Many commenters believe the treatment is excessive, while some support early prevention.

      community Hair follicle cloning is already possible

      in Chat  38 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair follicle cloning is claimed to be possible but not widely available due to potential safety issues, such as cancer risks. Current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are not effective for everyone, and there is frustration over limited access to these medications.

      community Questions about a year of hairloss

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 38-year-old man experiencing rapid hair loss plans to try minoxidil and a derma roller, and may consider finasteride if there's no improvement in six months. He seeks advice on genetic hair loss, baseline baldness, dandruff shampoo, and alternative treatments like tea tree oil and rosemary oil.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community No gains after 4 years of min and fin

      in Progress Pictures  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      User has seen no improvement after 4 years of using minoxidil and finasteride, and recently started dutasteride. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.

      community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

      in Research/Science  210 upvotes 2 years ago
      The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.

      community Testosterone in Reference Range Doesn't Cause Hair Loss

      in Research/Science  53 upvotes 2 years ago
      Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hair loss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.

      community Rosemary oil's potency as a dht blocker

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      Rosemary extract showed high inhibitory activity against DHT, similar to finasteride and dutasteride, but the conversation includes skepticism about its effectiveness in humans since the study was done on mice and rosemary oil is often considered ineffective based on personal experiences. Some suggest trying rosemary oil alongside other treatments, while others emphasize the difference between the extract used in the study and the oil.

      community Tretinoin Efficacy Alone for Hair Regrowth + DHT blocker

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Tretinoin's effectiveness for hair regrowth alone is questioned, with interest in its use with oral minoxidil. The discussion also considers whether finasteride or dutasteride is the better DHT blocker and if switching to dutasteride is advisable for those without side effects from finasteride.

      community Both success and failure. 10 month minoxidil and 8 month finasteride

      in Treatment  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using minoxidil at night and finasteride daily for several months, experiencing initial hair growth but later regression and thinning. They're considering switching to dutasteride and seeking advice on the cause of their hair loss and potential treatments.

      community Why is it barely impossible to find balding South Korean men

      in Research/Science  251 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the rarity of baldness among South Korean men. Users suggest this could be due to early treatment, high beauty standards, accessibility of healthcare, and genetics. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are commonly used, and hair transplants are also popular.

      community Minoxidil can prevent hair follicle miniaturization!?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      Minoxidil can prevent hair follicle miniaturization, not just stimulate hair growth. Finasteride and dutasteride don't work for everyone, suggesting DHT may not be the sole cause of hair loss; hair loss could be due to multiple factors, including autoimmune conditions.

      community The most depressing things about hair loss for me

      in Chat  24 upvotes 5 years ago
      The emotional impact of hair loss and the risks associated with common treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and Fluridil. People discussed their personal experiences with these treatments, including potential side effects and lowered fertility. Hair transplants were also mentioned as a possible solution.

      community Clearing the air on how non-surgical treatments really work

       15 upvotes 7 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.

      community How much of a difference does catching it on time make?

      in Question  7 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user is experiencing early hair loss and is using finasteride, Rogaine, biotin, vitamin D3, and Nizoral. They are concerned about whether starting treatment early will help them keep their hair despite strong genetic predisposition to balding.

      community why are beard gains on min usually permanent?

      in Minoxidil  43 upvotes 9 months ago
      Beard gains from minoxidil are usually permanent due to facial hair follicles' lower sensitivity to DHT. Scalp hair requires ongoing DHT suppression with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 to maintain gains after stopping minoxidil.