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      community Very high free testosterone on dut…

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has high free testosterone and is still experiencing hair loss despite taking dutasteride and oral minoxidil for over three years. They are considering adding a topical anti-androgen like RU58841.

      community Switch from fin to dut and its worse

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can worsen hair loss for some men due to increased testosterone levels. Topical treatments like RU58841 and Pyrilutamide are suggested to counteract these effects, but individual responses vary.

      community Is pyri and gt20029 worth the hype????

      in Update  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of pyrithione zinc and GT20029 for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Having AGA as a girl makes me depressed

      in Female  64 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 20-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia feels depressed about her hair loss, despite using topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and saw palmetto. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, higher doses of finasteride or dutasteride, and checking for vitamin deficiencies and heavy metal exposure.

      community Openminded Creatine Discussion

      in Product  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      Creatine may cause hair shedding in some individuals, particularly those with genetic sensitivity to hair loss, but this is not universally experienced. Finasteride users report mixed results, with some experiencing resumed shedding when taking creatine.

      community Bloodwork reports just came in

      in Update  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.

      community Topical Finasteride update by H&W

      in Finasteride  26 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses using topical finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about its safety around family members, especially pregnant women and infants. One user plans to try topical finasteride due to side effects from the pill.

      community Red and ichy pimples/rash from applying topical minoxidil

      in Chat  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced red pimples and a rash from using topical minoxidil, possibly due to propylene glycol. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, switching to foam without propylene glycol, using Nizoral, and adjusting application timing.

      community Iron Overload and Vitamin D Deficiency - Male Hair Loss

      in Treatment  18 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically minoxidil, vitamin D supplements, and the potential impact of iron overload. The user experienced hair regrowth with high-dose vitamin D but faced hair thinning again after reducing the dosage, and is now exploring the role of iron overload in hair loss.

      community Microneedling without any meds - A few worries

      in Microneedling  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has seen great results from microneedling but is worried it might lead to faster balding without medication. They are considering adding Finasteride or Dutasteride to their routine to address underlying DHT issues.

      community About Verteporfin but not about hair

      in Technology  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      Verteporfin treatment shows promise for hair regeneration and reducing scar tissue in hair transplants. Some users plan to try verteporfin with hair transplants, and it may also be combined with PRP in future experiments.

      community PP405 Update and My Take on Pelage

      in Research/Science  86 upvotes 5 months ago
      Pelage Pharmaceuticals raised $120M for their hair loss treatment, PP405, showing strong investor confidence despite limited data. There is skepticism about its efficacy and long-term effects compared to treatments like GT20029.

      community How bad is nicotine when it comes to hairloss

       9 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses the impact of nicotine and caffeine on hair loss. The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral for hair loss treatment and is questioning whether to stop using nicotine products.

      community How is scalp sensitivity even measured?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 3 months ago
      There are no tests to determine genetic follicle sensitivity for hair loss, and conclusions are based on hypothetical or post-balding observations. Finasteride is mentioned as an easy, consistent treatment option compared to natural treatments.

      community Verteporfin trials in hair transplant patients begin

      in Transplants  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      A clinical trial for Verteporfin as a hair loss treatment, and the potential for greater progress in treatments for hair loss in the future. Common treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841 were discussed.

      community Creatine and Hairloss (experiment)

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user experimented with creatine while using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noticing increased bald spots and thinner hair, but attributed it to his hair cycle rather than creatine. Other users suggested that creatine doesn't cause hair loss directly, but increased testosterone from workouts might affect those with a genetic predisposition.