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      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 Cypro to reverse hairloss + Fin?

      in Treatment 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses using cyproterone temporarily to reverse hair loss, followed by finasteride to maintain regrowth. Concerns about cyproterone's side effects, such as lowering testosterone and potential health risks, are raised, with alternatives like spironolactone suggested for androgen-related issues.

      community Hair regrow idea: High dose Testosterone + RU58841

      in Satire  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      Using high doses of testosterone with RU58841 to create an androgen-free environment for hair regrowth is suggested, but concerns about heart health and the effectiveness of this approach are raised. Alternatives like topical estrogen, progesterone, and other treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are discussed.

      community any news about DUPA (Diffuse unpatterned alopecia)?

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and its possible causes, including sensitivity to DHT, not being androgenic alopecia, being diffuse alopecia areata, or hormonal issues. Treatments mentioned include topical melatonin, Clobetasol Propionate for alopecia areata, and the lack of results from using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

      community Problem with Topican Finasteride, sides

      in General  119 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced side effects like shallow breathing, loss of libido, and erectile issues after using topical finasteride with minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering whether to continue the treatment despite these side effects.

      community 31M. Just diagnosed with androgenic alopecia. Fears of min.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 31-year-old man with androgenic alopecia is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo but is worried about finasteride's side effects. Users recommend starting with finasteride or dutasteride for DHT blocking, suggesting topical solutions to reduce side effects.

      community 9 months on Finasteride 1,25mg + HRT

      in Transgender  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the results of using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and finasteride for hair loss, and switching from finasteride to bicalutamide as an anti-androgen treatment. The user shared before and after photos to discuss the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community Androgenic alopecia exclusively on the vertex of the scalp

      in Chat  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced androgenic alopecia starting at the vertex without frontal hairline recession and is seeking information on this pattern. Another user noted that vertex or diffuse hair loss is common among men.

      community Post Finasteride Syndrome, A dangerous lie.

      in Chat  142 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user initially had side effects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.

      community Ferritin, iron and testosterone

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      Dutasteride may affect testosterone levels, leading to high ferritin and iron levels, which can cause hair loss. High ferritin might be linked to past heavy drinking or hemochromatosis.

      community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”

      in Chat  46 upvotes 3 years ago
      How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.

      community Pyrilutamide with Alfatradiol and minoxidil (23M)

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from a hair loss treatment and is considering using pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and possibly minoxidil. They are unsure about starting minoxidil immediately or waiting to see the effects of the other treatments.

      community Oral Minoxidil Study of 60 AGA patients

      in Minoxidil  71 upvotes 4 years ago
      Oral minoxidil treatment increased hair density and shaft caliber in AGA patients. Side effects included hypertrichosis and lower extremity edema, with younger patients experiencing fewer side effects.

      community Why isn't fluridil more widely used and known about?

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 5 years ago
      Fluridil, an antiandrogen that is not widely used or known about due to its expense and lack of availability in the US. It is suggested as a potential alternative for people who don't want to lower their DHT through treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and Dermarolling.

      community Can aromatase inhibitors make dutasteride/finasteride useless?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using aromatase inhibitors with dutasteride or finasteride for hair loss, which can prevent testosterone from turning into estrogen but may lead to increased DHT and potentially make finasteride less effective. There's concern about proper dosing and side effects like gynecomastia and emotional changes.

      community It’s really unfortunate the CB-03-01 is so expensive.

       13 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses the high cost of CB-03-01, a topical antiandrogen for hair loss, which is considered safe and remains localized upon application. It questions whether the expense is justified compared to the lower risks it poses relative to finasteride.

      community The story of RU58841/PSK3841

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.

      community SOS – The cure for women = PREGNANCY

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      Pregnancy can temporarily reverse hair loss in women, but attempts to mimic pregnancy hormones with treatments like contraceptive pills, spironolactone, estradiol, progesterone, finasteride, and minoxidil have been ineffective. The discussion highlights the need for research into the hormonal mechanisms of pregnancy that affect hair regrowth.

      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 The hardest hair protocol ever!

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is using RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to slow down aggressive hair loss but is still experiencing hair shedding due to high testosterone levels. They plan to use ostarine to lower testosterone and prevent hair loss while maintaining muscle mass, and will continue using the other treatments.