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      community We are manipulating our hormones, surely it's prudent to track bloodwork ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  64 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.

      community When results are great, but you're looking for excellent

      in Chat  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user improved hair density from 45% to 70% using dutasteride and minoxidil, but still uses hair fibers for a fuller look. They added a topical mix of minoxidil, finasteride, and bimatoprost, but doubt further significant improvement.

      community Anyone used Topical Calcipotriol (cream) or VPA ( Valproic Acid)

      in Chat  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using topical Calcipotriol and Valproic Acid for hair loss, focusing on their mechanisms involving the VDR receptor and Wnt/beta-catenin pathway. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community TE Shedding for nearly 10 months now

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding for nearly 10 months, despite using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and is concerned about chronic telogen effluvium. He has been supplementing with vitamins and minerals but remains unsure of the cause.

      community SHEDDING doesn't mean shit. Stop worrying about it!!

      in Chat  95 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss sufferers becoming hyper aware of shedding, and the various treatments available for reducing shedding. The conversation also discussed differentiating between shedding and balding, as well as the potential side effects from using certain treatments.

      community DHT itch, dandruff and sebum plugs.

      in Hair Systems  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on reducing scalp itching and dandruff using natural shampoos, witch hazel, and apple cider vinegar. The user also mentions using finasteride and observing potential regrowth, though it's difficult to confirm.

      community Before and after pics with Microneedling + possible confounds

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced hairline improvement using microneedling once a month with a 12-pin set at 1.5-2.0mm and taking Tru Niagen, alongside a heavily modified diet. They attribute the slow hairline improvement to environmental factors, particularly diet, rather than solely genetic factors.

      community What are these spots on my scalp

      in Treatment  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user noticed non-itchy, non-bleeding spots on their scalp while experiencing hair loss. Replies suggest the spots are likely sunspots or liver spots and recommend seeing a dermatologist; hair loss is attributed to male pattern baldness.

      community CRISPR treatment for AGA on the horizon after approval for blood disorders

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      CRISPR treatments for blood disorders have been approved, leading to discussions about its potential for treating hair loss (AGA). A study showed that editing a gene related to DHT sensitivity could lead to hair regrowth, suggesting CRISPR may eventually be used for AGA, but it's expected to be expensive and not soon available.

      community 6 months progress topical min/fin (19)

      in Progress Pictures  98 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is using a treatment of topical minoxidil 7% and finasteride 0.1% twice daily, along with a low-level laser therapy cap, biotin, and collagen supplements, and is seeing good progress on the hairline and temples but not the midscalp. They experienced initial shedding, saw results by month three, and are happy with the progress, though some users express concern about using finasteride at a young age.
      Shave it or treat it need advise on mpb genetic

      community Shave it or treat it need advise on mpb genetic

      in General  68 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 31-year-old experiencing rapid hair loss is considering whether to shave their head or use treatments. They were prescribed B12, topical finasteride 0.1%, and minoxidil 10% but are unsure about the correct dosage and potential side effects.

      community My Progress - 56 y/o with NW7 hairloss

      in Progress Pictures  68 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 57-year-old man with severe hair loss since age 14 tried various hair loss treatments over two years, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and supplements, with some minor regrowth. He also experimented with topical treatments and microneedling, but results were not cosmetically significant.

      community Does this look like progress? 4mo on treatment.

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is 4 months into using a treatment with 5mg Dutasteride and 1.25mg Minoxidil daily, along with vitamin K2 and weekly dermastamping. They report some hairline improvement but no noticeable change in the crown area yet.

      community Crown recovery update - 7 months of treatment

      in Progress Pictures  1036 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 29-year-old reports positive hair recovery after 7 months using liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, low-level light therapy, and vitamins, following a 3600 graft DHI procedure. They experienced no side effects from the topical treatment, unlike with oral finasteride.

      community What’s your views on clascoterone 5% topical solution by cosmo

      in Research/Science  24 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% topical solution shows promise for treating male-pattern hair loss by blocking DHT at the follicle without systemic absorption, potentially offering fewer side effects than oral treatments like finasteride. While results are promising, long-term safety and effectiveness need further study, and it may serve as a starting point for developing more effective treatments.

      community Fighting Seb Derm + MPB - Winning

      in Progress Pictures  74 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user successfully managed hair regrowth by using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and specific shampoos to treat seborrheic dermatitis. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a healthy scalp and are considering food intolerance tests to further address inflammation.

      community Upcoming treatment ideas in the future

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Exploring future hair loss treatments, including immunosuppressants for hair transplants and hair cloning, with a focus on leveraging research from other medical fields. Current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are effective for most, but there's a call for more funding and innovation in the hair loss industry.

      community Clascoterone ph3 results ready

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone 5% solution showed a 539% improvement in hair count compared to placebo, but the actual increase in hair growth is minimal. Users express skepticism about the effectiveness of hair loss treatments.

      community Not much progress but Its honest work

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old is using dutasteride daily, ketoconazole shampoo twice a week, and started topical minoxidil and dermastamping six months ago for hair loss. The treatment has improved hair density, but significant hairline recession remains, and a hair transplant is suggested for further improvement.

      community Trestolone (MENT) as a nuclear treatment

      in Treatment  99 upvotes 3 years ago
      Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.

      community 1 year on topical finasteride + minoxidil.

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user reported noticeable improvement in hair density after one year using topical 0.1% finasteride and 5% minoxidil once daily. Suggestions included considering hair transplant, microneedling, and possibly switching to oral treatments for better results.