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      community Been diagnosed with mpb and acute TE

      in Chat  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started taking finasteride, which initially slowed hair shedding and slightly thickened hair. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is considering minoxidil but wants to stabilize shedding first.

      community Extreme regimen and still miniaturized hairs. AGA is just impossible to beat.

      in Insane  34 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's extreme regimen for hair loss, which includes taking oral and topical medications such as minoxidil, dutasteride, cyproterone acetate and bicalutamide, but still experiencing miniaturization. Suggestions were made to try other treatments such as RU58841 and Pyrilutamide, while also considering mental health treatment and advice on lookmaxxing.

      community New angles to attack beyond DHT

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Exploring hair loss treatments beyond DHT, including Minoxidil, pyruvate, Gt20029 targeting androgen receptors, and vasodilators. Other options like Kx826, adenosine signaling, growth factor topicals, and microneedling are also discussed.

      community Growing hair witch capsaicin and occasional topical minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  60 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their experience using capsaicin from chili peppers and occasional topical minoxidil to promote hair growth, noting noticeable improvements without significant side effects. They previously experienced side effects from dutasteride and minoxidil but found the new regimen effective and manageable.

      community Minoxidil alone?

      in General  40 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is experiencing painful side effects from finasteride and is considering switching to oral minoxidil and biotin to maintain their hair. They are seeking advice on whether this change would help preserve their current hair.

      community Why microneedling can ruin a hair transplant

      in Microneedling  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling's effectiveness for hair growth is debated, with some suggesting it enhances minoxidil absorption, but evidence is inconclusive. Concerns exist about its impact on hair transplants, and opinions vary on its use with other treatments like RU58841 and stemoxydine.

      community Does microneedling damage scalp?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling does not prevent future hair transplants, but some surgeons report the skin becomes "harder" in treated areas. There is no clear evidence to confirm this effect.

      community Stumbled on some research

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      Elevated PGD2 levels in bald scalp tissue may contribute to hair loss, and treatments like castor oil, finasteride, and minoxidil are discussed as potential solutions. Some users explore alternatives like oral castor oil and cetirizine for those who cannot use finasteride.

      community Why I really believe the tension theory is the cause of MPB

      in Research/Science  70 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the tension theory as a cause of male pattern baldness (MPB), suggesting that scalp tension and reduced subcutaneous fat layer contribute to hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massages, and Botox.

      community A reminder that Telogen Effluvium could look like MPB; my progress

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.

      community Absolute nightmare from a week of finasteride.

       8 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects, including erectile dysfunction and testicular pain, after taking finasteride for hair loss. They recommend sticking to minoxidil and biotin and avoiding finasteride due to potential risks.

      community 2 years on meds and micro- needling

      in Minoxidil  326 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling for two years, resulting in significant hair regrowth and plans for a 4000 graft hair transplant. The treatments have strengthened the donor area, making a hair transplant feasible.

      community Minoxidil experiment on single hair follicle

      in Minoxidil  1698 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil was applied to a single miniaturized hair follicle over four months, resulting in less miniaturization but not yet terminal growth. The user used a 5% minoxidil solution, specifically the Regaine brand, and observed changes using a handheld WiFi microscope.

      community Hair loss as a hijabi in the middle east

      in Female  40 upvotes 4 years ago
      A woman experiencing hair loss, exacerbated by wearing a hijab, is seeking advice for her upcoming wedding. She has tried various treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell therapy, and is considering using hair fibers and extensions to cover her scalp.

      community Correct way to microneedling, with existent hair

      in Microneedling  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the correct method of microneedling for hair loss, questioning whether it should be done on areas with long hair without risking hair damage, and if it's necessary for improving blood flow to existing hair. No specific treatments were mentioned.

      community Low level chronic allergies and hair loss

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.

      community 22 year old, losing hair for 1 year

      in General  192 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair loss suspects androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and possibly telogen effluvium (TE), with a noted improvement in scalp itch after adopting a gluten-free diet. He is advised to consider treatments like finasteride or minoxidil and to check iron and ferritin levels.

      community Minoxidil is a 5ar inhibitor according to research

      in Research/Science  147 upvotes 6 months ago
      Minoxidil may inhibit androgen receptors and affect hormonal pathways, potentially explaining its effectiveness in treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Users discuss its varying effectiveness on scalp versus facial hair and note fewer side effects with topical use compared to oral.

      community Targeting multiple AGA mechanisms with commonly available substances

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using a multimodal approach to treat androgenic alopecia, including substances like gamma-linolenic acid, DHA, sulforaphane, melatonin, cetirizine, astaxanthin, fisetin, apigenin, curcumin, limonene, genistein, and berberine. Users also mention using ketoconazole, minoxidil, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) as part of their hair loss treatment regimens.

      community Has anyone tried latanoprost+microneedle?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling combined with latanoprost may convert vellus hairs to transitional or terminal hairs. The user suggests using oral minoxidil to increase vellus hair, then applying a high concentration of latanoprost with microneedling for conversion.

      community Can Fin + Min save my hair? [20M]

      in Satire  3176 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, particularly at the temples and crown. Responses include encouragement, humor, and additional suggestions like using a derma roller.

      community Weird response to microneedling

      in Microneedling  40 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling can cause sneezing and eye tearing due to nerve stimulation, particularly near the temples and forehead. Some users find it lessens over time, while others prefer using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth.