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      community Any MD/DO’s in this subreddit?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. The user seeks input from medical professionals and scientists on these treatments.

      community How true is the statement: dead follicles don't grow back?

      in Research/Science  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair follicles usually go dormant rather than die, and treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hormone therapy can sometimes reactivate them, though results vary. Complete regrowth is rare, especially in long-term bald areas, but some individuals see significant improvement with these treatments.

      community What to look Forward to in 2025

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments are advancing, with Coegin Pharma's FOL005 expected this year and Breezula potentially later. Pyrilutamide is available but not very effective, while Kintor's products face skepticism; traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil remain dominant.

      community Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: Current Guidance and Unmet Needs

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The review discusses traditional hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, and newer options like Low-Level Laser Therapy, microneedling, and platelet-rich plasma for androgenetic alopecia. It highlights the need for more high-quality trials to assess these treatments' effectiveness and standardized protocols for emerging therapies.

      community The MPB itch aka DHT itch is very real.

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss itch is caused by DHT attacking follicles and stimulating nerves. Finasteride users who respond well don't experience this itch.

      community Fin has seriously helped my mental health

      in Chat  67 upvotes 4 years ago
      Finasteride improved mental health and reduced hair loss concerns for the original poster. Other users suggested using minoxidil and derma-rolling for better results.

      community Microneedling depth. Does one length fit all areas of the scalp? Maybe not.

      in Microneedling  51 upvotes 4 years ago
      Microneedling depth should be customized based on hair type and scalp area, with many users finding 0.5-0.6mm effective for miniaturized hairs to avoid damage. Users report varying pain levels and results, with some preferring shorter needle lengths and others using longer ones like 1.75mm for scalp health and density improvement.

      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 2026 Hairloss Nuclear Stack Update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  80 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared an extensive hair loss treatment regimen including dutasteride, minoxidil, tadalafil, RU58841, microneedling, and various topical and oral supplements. Responses varied, with some suggesting the regimen is excessive and others offering additional advice or expressing skepticism about its practicality and effectiveness.

      community Conversation with 3-4 top dermatologists - no consensus

      in Microneedling  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      Dermatologists have differing opinions on hair loss treatments, with some using topical dutasteride, oral minoxidil, exosome therapy, PRP, and various other therapies. The user plans to use a topical solution of dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, PRP, and LLLT.

      community Wtf have we been doing for the last 30 years

      in Treatment  548 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride work but have side effects. A permanent cure is still not available due to the complexity of hair loss and limited investment.

      community I had claude create a protocol only using fda approved drugs.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      A new hair loss protocol using FDA-approved topical treatments targets eight pathways, potentially improving results by 60-75% compared to the standard 40-50% from oral minoxidil and finasteride. The protocol includes minoxidil, finasteride, tacrolimus, cetirizine, bimatoprost, lithium gluconate, losartan, melatonin, NAC, caffeine, and tretinoin, with a monthly cost of $35-50 in Mexico and $80-150 in the US.

      community M32, almost 3 moths, fin oral 1,25g/daily + min 2xday + keto 2% shapoo 1/week microneedling once a week

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 32-year-old man has been treating his hair loss with daily oral finasteride (1.25g), twice-daily topical minoxidil, weekly ketoconazole 2% shampoo, and weekly microneedling for almost three months, with no side effects from finasteride. He started with a Hamilton Norwood scale rating of 5 and has seen improvement without experiencing pain by using a 0.8mm needle length for microneedling.

      community bro where tf is GT20029, Q1 2024 is over already

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the delay in the release of GT20029 for hair loss treatment and skepticism about its effectiveness. Participants mention other treatments like verteporfin and advancements in transplant procedures as more realistic options.

      community Upcoming New Treatments - Based on Phase

      in Research/Science  62 upvotes 5 months ago
      Several new hair loss treatments are in development, with Cosmo Breezula and Kintor KX826 being the furthest along, expected to be commercialized by 2027. Veradermics is the only treatment in pill form, while others like KX/GT/Breezula will be topical.

      community Is this regrowth? My doctor took these photos and said I looked better.

      in Satire  142 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses an extensive and exaggerated hair loss treatment regimen, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyrilutamide, RU58841, and various other therapies. Despite the numerous treatments, the effectiveness is questioned, and the user humorously considers adding more minoxidil.

      community Growth Stimulants that aren't Minoxidil...?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is exploring hair growth stimulants other than Minoxidil, mentioning Stemoxydine, various peptides, drugs like Latanoprost and Bimatoprost, and natural remedies such as Rosemary Oil and Caffeine. They express concerns about the long-term effectiveness and safety of these alternatives and seek more information on viable options for hair regrowth.

      community Insane MTF recovery 18 months blocking androgens

      in Progress Pictures  145 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss recovery using estrogen and anti-androgen treatment for 18 months showed significant improvement. However, results vary and alternative treatments like RU58841 and Dutasteride may work without systemic feminization.

      community Can we have a thread that summarizes all treatments options in addition to the big 3 which we have some evidence for, their mechanism of action and whether they can be combined with the big 3(other than dermarolling)?

      in Treatment  57 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments beyond the commonly known three, focusing on separating effective treatments from myths. Dutasteride and low-dose oral Minoxidil are mentioned as having clinical evidence for increasing hair counts, but with potential side effects.

      community Most promising cures for baldness as of May 2026

      in Treatment  56 upvotes 1 month ago
      PP405 is the most promising future treatment for hair loss, aiming to reactivate dormant hair follicles. Clascoterone 5% is the most promising near-term drug, while current strategies include using finasteride or dutasteride to stabilize hair loss and minoxidil to stimulate growth.

      community Am I missing something with pp405?

      in Research/Science  32 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is discussed as a potential hair growth stimulant, possibly more effective than minoxidil, but not a cure for hair loss. There is skepticism about its ability to regrow "deadzones," and concerns about its impact on those with hair transplants.

      community Exosomes 2 months before and after

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Exosomes are being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with some users skeptical about their effectiveness and stability. There is interest in different types of exosomes, including those derived from centella asiatica, and comparisons are made to other treatments like finasteride.

      community Need advice (3months on finestride)

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is seeking advice on hair loss treatment after three months on finasteride, having stopped minoxidil due to a rash, and is now using nanoxidil. Suggestions include switching to oral minoxidil, adding dutasteride, and incorporating microneedling for better results.