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      community Help with female pattern baldness

      in Female  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user discusses their struggle with female pattern baldness, mentioning that Minoxidil helped initially but their hair health declined after stopping a specific diet. They seek advice on managing oily, brittle hair and mention using an egg yolk and olive oil mixture as a temporary solution.

      community Lifestyle choices and your hair....

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      A person noticed increased hair thinning after changing their workout routine from cycling to weightlifting, which also coincided with a rise in testosterone levels. They are considering stopping intense workouts, switching to yoga, cutting out caffeine, and re-evaluating after a few months to see if it improves their hair condition.

      community Blood work after 4 month topical fin/min

      in Update  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      After 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, blood tests showed increased E2, Test, and Prolactine levels. The user is concerned about potential side effects like gyno and is seeking advice on managing these values.

      community Cbum's hair transplant looks absolutely terrible

      in Transplants  980 upvotes 1 year ago
      A bodybuilder's hair transplant appears unnatural with a straight hairline and low density, possibly worsened by not using finasteride. The Turkish clinic is criticized for poor design, and the transplant may have been free for promotion.

      community Fin/Min/Biotin Progress Pics and symptoms

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing progress in hair growth using 0.5mg Finasteride, 5mg Minoxidil, and 1mg Biotin daily but is also developing gynecomastia. They plan to continue the treatment for six months unless the side effects worsen.

      community "I'm seeing new baby hairs"

       9 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses the appearance of new baby hairs with treatments like castor oil, finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling. Users note that baby hairs often go unreported after initial excitement, with some seeing growth and others losing interest in updates.

      community Thoughts on Avixis Alfatradiol?

      in Product  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Avixis Alfatradiol is a topical 5-alpha reductase inhibitor available in Latin America and Germany, but its effectiveness is questioned. A user reported worsened hair loss after using it and recommended finasteride instead due to its proven effectiveness and lower cost.

      community Lots of shedding after adding bica 50 mg daily

      in Transgender  119 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from spironolactone to bicalutamide caused severe hair shedding, despite using treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and estradiol injections. The user is experiencing androgenetic alopecia and is seeking solutions to stop the hair loss.

      community Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community What is up with all these body dysmorphic posts lately?

      in Chat  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about body dysmorphia related to hair loss, with some users expressing frustration over posts claiming treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are ineffective or harmful despite minimal hair loss. It emphasizes the importance of early treatment with medications like finasteride and minoxidil for those experiencing hair loss.

      community A rare case? Or a blind spot? Hair loss caused by low T + e2

      in Chat  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Low testosterone and estradiol may contribute to hair loss, and blocking DHT without sufficient hormone levels might hinder regrowth. The discussion highlights the importance of hormone balance, with some considering supplements and lifestyle changes to support hair health.

      community 34/F with hair thinning

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 34-year-old female is experiencing hair thinning after stopping birth control pills and a damaging hair treatment. She has normal bloodwork and a normal trichogram but is considering trying MSM or Saw Palmetto for her hair loss.

      community Topical finasteride carrier vehicle

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is using a topical solution containing 1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil for hair loss, with water, glycerin, and PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil as carrier agents. They are questioning if these ingredients are effective carriers after using the solution for three months.

      community female depressed about thin hair on crown PLEASE HELP :(

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation reassures a woman concerned about thinning hair on her crown, suggesting her hair appears normal and not thinning. Some users recommend prenatal vitamins for hair health, while others attribute the appearance to contrast between dark hair and a pale scalp.

      community Estrogen is an anabolic for scalp hair, if you mix it with growth stimulants such as oral minoxidil. All we need is an artificial SARM-estrogen that will work only with hair and will be invisible for the rest of the body + some next level AA only for hair – goodbye hair transplant industry

      in Transgender  137 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss discussion mentions using estrogen mixed with growth stimulants like oral minoxidil for scalp hair growth. Idea proposed for an artificial SARM-estrogen that only affects hair without body side effects.

      community hight pre-finasteride estrogen levels

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with high pre-finasteride estrogen levels is asking if they need to normalize their hormone levels before starting finasteride and whether they should postpone dermarolling until they begin finasteride. The user is 21.5 years old.

      community Shopping receipts are anti-androgenic?

      in Chat  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential use of thermal paper receipts, which contain estrogen, as a treatment for hair loss. Participants humorously debate its effectiveness compared to established treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community What I've been dealing with, so far.

      in Female  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female in her late 30s experienced hair thinning due to health issues and treatments, including antibiotics and stress. She started using minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins from **hers** and is currently dealing with shedding and possible weight gain.

      community An Uncontrolled Case Series Using a Botanically Derived, β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Two Androgenetic Alopecia-Affected Male Subjects

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses a botanically derived treatment for androgenetic alopecia using ingredients like saw palmetto, green tea, and evening primrose, showing impressive results over 270 days. Concerns include the study's uncontrolled nature and potential product motivation, with suggestions to enhance absorption through derma rolling.

      community Diffuse thinning hair texture changes

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experiencing diffuse thinning since age 18 describes their hair as unhealthy, dry, thin, and hard, with texture changes cycling between good and bad every few weeks. They are not on any medication, only taking vitamins and supplements.

      community Thin roots but thick ends hair – anyone else facing this?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 23-year-old is experiencing hair that is thick at the ends but thin at the roots despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 10 months. They are concerned about whether this is normal or a sign of miniaturization and seek advice on reversing or improving the condition.

      community Non responsive diffuse thinning

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, clobetasol cream, and PRP sessions. They seek advice on additional treatments and are advised to check vitamin D, iron, and thyroid levels.

      community Why is no one talking about alfatradiol?

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      Alfatradiol is discussed as a hair loss treatment with minimal side effects, but its effectiveness is debated, and it's not widely known or available outside Germany. Some users report side effects like gyno and ball ache, while others find it effective in stopping shedding and itching.

      community second shed on dutasteride, but a woman

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman experiencing hormonal hair loss is on dutasteride and bicalutamide, which initially improved her hair, but she is now experiencing a second shedding phase with significant short hair loss. Despite normal hormone levels and no deficiencies, she is unsure if this shedding is normal and seeks advice.

      community 21m, curious about what's going on with my hair

       6 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 21-year-old male with a thyroid condition noticed his hair thinning uniformly without a receding hairline. He is considering using a 5ARI to prevent further baldness if he starts TRT.