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community Telling balding guys in their 20s and teens to shave their heads and “embrace their fate” is lousy life-ruining advice

in Chat 888 upvotes 1 week ago

Young men experiencing hair loss are frustrated with advice to embrace baldness without exploring treatments. They advocate for using finasteride and minoxidil, considering hair transplants, and hope for future advancements in hair restoration.

community Is PP405 gonna flop or what???

in Research/Science 2 weeks ago

PP405 is viewed skeptically, with some seeing it as overhyped and potentially ineffective compared to existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. While it shows some promise in activating dormant hair follicles, many believe it won't replace hair transplants or significantly outperform current options.

community Dutasteride and partner swallowing- any risks?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 18 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Dutasteride in semen is considered a very small risk for partners, and fertility typically improves after stopping the medication. It is recommended to stop Dutasteride 3-6 months before trying to conceive to avoid potential impacts on fertility and fetal development.

community 2 years of 5% topical minoxidil + 1 year of 1mg finasteride.

in Progress Pictures 232 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user shared progress pictures after using 5% topical minoxidil for two years and 1mg finasteride for one year, but many commenters believe the hair looks the same, attributing changes to different haircuts rather than actual regrowth. The user reported no side effects from finasteride, and opinions varied on whether any significant hairline improvement occurred.

community Hair loss is holding me back from enjoying life and I'm wasting away my youth

in Chat 282 upvotes 2 weeks ago

A 31-year-old man feels depressed due to hair loss, using topical finasteride and previously tried minoxidil. Others suggest treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, hair transplants, or embracing baldness, highlighting the importance of mental health and self-acceptance.

community Sooo whats the consensus about pp405 now?

in Chat 75 upvotes 3 weeks ago

PP405 may help with hair regrowth, especially when combined with minoxidil and finasteride, but its long-term effectiveness is unclear. Phase 3 trials are expected to begin soon, with results in a few years.

community Pp405 AAD presentation tomorrow - fingers crossed - what to expect?

in Research/Science 83 upvotes 3 weeks ago

New hair loss treatments PP405 and VDPHL01 are discussed with skepticism and hope, alongside existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Users express frustration over limited progress since the 1980s but remain cautiously optimistic.

community I quit min for 6 months: here’s what happened

in Minoxidil 123 upvotes 4 weeks ago

A user stopped using minoxidil due to severe side effects and experienced rapid hair loss. They also tried finasteride and dutasteride but faced adverse reactions, leading them to consider accepting hair loss and exploring options like oral minoxidil or a hair transplant.

community What I learnt after 5 years of styling diffuse thinned and receded hair - after meds stabilised

in Styling 90 upvotes 4 weeks ago

Finasteride is used for hair stabilization, while minoxidil is avoided due to side effects. Styling tips include using hair fibers, washing hair less frequently, and managing anxiety related to appearance.

community The end of minoxidil and fin/dut regime

in Research/Science 104 upvotes 1 month ago

New hair loss treatments like GT20029 and PP405 could potentially replace minoxidil and finasteride, offering better results with fewer side effects. However, current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are still effective for many, despite concerns about side effects.

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