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      community The Truth About DUPA and Retrograde: My Research Summary

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the importance of scalp biopsies for diagnosing hair loss conditions like DUPA and Retrograde, which may not be just AGA. It emphasizes that treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not work if the condition is autoimmune.

      community Hairline stable but diffuse thinning with topical fin+min

      in Finasteride  237 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced stable hairline but diffuse thinning after switching from oral finasteride to a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the topical treatment and are considering other options due to a recent decline in hair density.

      community How is verteporfin doing in trials?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the progress of verteporfin in hair loss trials, with users expressing curiosity about its effectiveness and updates. Specific treatments mentioned include FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) combined with verteporfin, with one reported case of donor area regrowth after a year, and three patients being monitored post-treatment by Dr. Bloxham with monthly updates on YouTube.

      community 16 months of Fin (M47). 1mg 3x per week.

      in Progress Pictures  156 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 48-year-old man shared his 16-month hair regrowth journey using finasteride 1mg three times a week, noting some regrowth and emphasizing patience. He chose not to use it daily to minimize side effects, and while some users debate the effectiveness, he confirms maintenance and possibly some regrowth.

      community Finasteride/dutasteride todo mal

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user experienced persistent acne and skin issues with dutasteride, leading them to stop its use. They switched to finasteride, which caused mild acne and potential liver concerns, prompting consideration of alternative treatments like topical finasteride and GHK-Cu.

      community Bile Acid-Mediated DHT Dysregulation Hypothesis

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.

      community At Home Topical Fin Formulation

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride pills to create a topical solution for hair regrowth, with mixed results. Users suggest that buying ready-made topical finasteride or switching to oral treatments might be more effective and convenient.

      community Let’s try this again lmao - Baseline/Post Shed/6 Months of Min/Fin

      in Is this regrowth?  122 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 6 months using a regimen of 1mg Finasteride daily, 5% Minoxidil foam twice daily, Nizoral shampoo twice a week, and Moroccanoil Scalp Balance shampoo and conditioner. The user reported no side effects from Finasteride and noted a change in hair texture during treatment.

      community DHT levels after 4 weeks of Fina and 8 weeks of Fina + 4 weeks of Duta

      in Update  37 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.

      community Lowering scalp prolactine - Any ideas ?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about finding the best method to lower scalp prolactine, with suggestions like P5P and Melatonin. The user also mentions HMI115 as a potential treatment and seeks feedback from those who have tried these methods.

      community Experience with CB (Breezula)?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      CB 03 01 (Breezula) was tried for hair loss but showed no significant improvement, with issues in dissolving and application. Finasteride and dutasteride remain the most effective treatments, while minoxidil is also used; CB's effectiveness is questioned, and topical alternatives like bicalutamide are considered.

      community FYI you can't donate blood when on fin/dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  269 upvotes 7 months ago
      People on finasteride or dutasteride cannot donate blood due to the risk of birth defects if the blood is given to a pregnant woman. It's advised to stop finasteride for a month and dutasteride for six months before donating.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.