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      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 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 Pyrilutamide vs topical finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering switching to topical finasteride or pyrilutamide to stabilize hair loss before a hair transplant, currently using oral minoxidil and finasteride. Suggestions include sticking to the current regimen as it is already potent, and caution against using pyrilutamide from unreliable sources.

      community Pre styler thickening clay recommendation

      in Product  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user recommends a thickening clay as a great pre-styling product for hair volume and texture, despite its poor hold. They also mention using finasteride and express skepticism about the effectiveness of a shampoo containing saw palmetto and caffeine.

      community Still loosing hair on 1mg FIN ( 11 months) and 0.5mg DUT every alternate days (30days)

      in Update  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing continued hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and is advised to improve diet, check for deficiencies, and consider other treatments like microneedling. Suggestions include sticking with the current regimen, considering a hair transplant, or accepting hair loss and shaving.

      community Don’t know what is happening to me

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement with minoxidil and finasteride but later faced shedding and diffused thinning after developing seborrheic dermatitis. They are seeking advice after trying treatments like ketoconazole, coal tar shampoos, fluconazole, and hydrocortisone cream.

      community What Tressless Thinks Verteporfin Be Like

      in Satire  56 upvotes 3 years ago
      A satirical take on the effects of using Verteporfin as a treatment for hair loss, with people pointing out that it is not accurate and has exaggerated outcomes. It was suggested that instead Minoxidil, Finasteride, or RU58841 should be used to treat hair loss.

      community Got my DHT levels checked. 38 year old female. Still losing hair.

      in Female  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 38-year-old female is experiencing hair loss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.
      Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      community Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      in Basic Questions  533 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 15-year-old is concerned about hair loss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.

      community What are your thoughts on this?

      in Product 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with some users expressing skepticism about finasteride and recommending shampoos like BondiBoost or Pura D'or. One user mentioned switching from oral minoxidil to a serum for thicker, healthier hair, while another found shampoo helpful alongside finasteride for scalp health and hair thickness.
      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community 2% Ketoconazole/Nizoral Daily?

      in Ketoconazole  11 upvotes 7 months ago
      Using 2% ketoconazole daily can dry out the scalp; 1-2 times a week is recommended. Combining ketoconazole with treatments like minoxidil, alfatradiol, and fluridil can help manage hair loss effectively.

      community Balding (i guess?) 22 yr old male with seborrheic dermatitis

      in General  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair thinning and loss, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis or low vitamin D, is cautious about using minoxidil or finasteride due to heart palpitations and high blood pressure. Suggestions include using ketoconazole shampoo to control inflammation and focusing on treating the dermatitis first.

      community Sebum production even on dutasteride, and its relation to MPB.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses managing hair loss and scalp issues, with users sharing experiences using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, ketoconazole, sulfur soap, and topical anti-androgens. Suggestions include trying sulfur soap, scalp massages, spironolactone, and dietary changes to reduce sebum production and dandruff.

      community Experience with Strut topicals?

      in Product  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been using a topical hair loss treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for 4 years without satisfactory results and is considering switching to a different product due to concerns about effectiveness and company reliability. They are seeking others' experiences with Strut and alternative products before making a change.

      community How to reduce scalp DHT as much as possible?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses reducing scalp DHT to prevent hair loss, with a focus on using dutasteride, finasteride, and other treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil. It highlights the challenges of managing hair loss while on high testosterone levels, suggesting that dutasteride may be more effective than finasteride in such cases.

      community Why you shouldn’t trust “progress” pictures.

      in Chat  388 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss progress pictures can be misleading due to differences in lighting, hair length, and wetness, making it hard to accurately assess changes. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism about their effectiveness.

      community Homeopathy WORKS!! M[20] 6 month's treatment

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old male with diffuse androgenetic alopecia tried homeopathy for hair regrowth but saw limited results due to inconsistency and is considering switching to minoxidil and finasteride. Despite some baby hair growth, hair fall hasn't stopped, and he believes more time and consistency might be needed.

      community Brotzu lotion update

      in Update  89 upvotes 8 years ago
      A new hair loss lotion by Dr. Brotzu, expected to regrow up to 5 years of lost hair, is set to be released by Fidia Farmaceutici. It claims to work like minoxidil and finasteride without side effects, but skepticism exists due to its classification as a cosmetic product.

      community Giving up on ever feeling comfortable in my body

      in Update  81 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.