Finasteride reduced dandruff and scalp oiliness by lowering DHT, which decreases sebum production. Users also noted improvements with Nizoral and dutasteride.
A 19-year-old diagnosed with AGA was refused finasteride by a dermatologist who cited fertility concerns and prescribed minoxidil, vitamins, and shampoos instead. The user is unsure about using minoxidil and considers finding another dermatologist.
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is concerned about continued shedding. Suggestions include checking for nutrient deficiencies, consulting a dermatologist, and considering other potential causes like seborrheic dermatitis or telogen effluvium.
The user used microneedling, zinc, vitamin D3, biotin, magnesium, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a DHT-blocker shampoo with biotin for hair loss. They are considering adding minoxidil due to stagnation in progress.
1 mg dutasteride may be sufficient for most people, with higher doses showing diminishing returns. Combining dutasteride with minoxidil and ketoconazole can enhance results, but oral minoxidil may cause side effects.
DUPA and retrograde alopecia may not be solely DHT-based, and a biopsy is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, oral minoxidil, pioglitazone, clobetasol, calcipotriol, ketoconazole, and doxycycline, depending on the specific condition.
An arthritis drug, baricitinib, is discussed as a potential treatment for autoimmune alopecia, not androgenetic alopecia. Ritlecitinib is also mentioned as a possible treatment for scarring alopecia.
The conversation humorously discusses a person with an unusually thick head of hair, with some users joking about using treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Many express envy or disbelief, while others suggest a haircut or comment on facial features.
The conversation is about finding a trustworthy and affordable source for RU58841 in Europe, with a comparison between Anagenic and Actifolic. The user seeks experiences from others in the EU to avoid receiving water instead of the product.
RU58841 can be ordered as a powder and compounded at home, but it should be stored at room temperature to avoid crystallization. Pyraulatmide may follow a similar principle.
Eli Lilly's drug baricitinib showed effectiveness in treating alopecia areata, with higher doses resulting in significant hair regrowth compared to placebo. The treatment is not for male pattern baldness.
The conversation humorously discusses using a dermaroller for hair growth, with a playful suggestion of using it on the wrist. It includes references to Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as treatments.
OP injured their temple using derma rolling and tretinoin, causing peeling and potential hair follicle damage. Users suggest the injury might be permanent, possibly resulting in scar tissue where hair won't grow.
The user is using a hair loss treatment regimen that includes RU58841, minoxidil mixed with finasteride, adenosine, dermarolling with lidocaine cream, and biotin. They are questioning if they are dermarolling too aggressively and are willing to accept baldness if no improvement is seen in 6 months.
The conversation discusses HMI-115, a potential cure for hair loss. Users share mixed opinions, with some expressing skepticism and others sharing anecdotal evidence of its effectiveness, including photos of significant hair regrowth from a trial participant.
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.
The conversation is about a user seeking information on a clinical trial by Amplifica - Scube3 for Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). The user is unsure if it's a formal phase 1 study.
A 17-year-old with AGA is considering Revitacare Haircare Mesotherapy, which includes hyaluronic acid, amino acids, zinc, and B vitamins, injected into the scalp. One reply dismisses it as ineffective.
AH-001 is a new topical treatment designed to degrade androgen receptors, targeting the root cause of androgenetic alopecia without the side effects of oral treatments like finasteride. It has shown a strong safety profile and good local tolerability in early trials.
The conversation is about someone's three-year experience with irregular derma rolling, Minoxidil, and Redensyl for hair loss, hoping to thicken areas with fine hair.
PP405 is a medicine, and Google Ventures is funding its development based on evidence from each phase, unlike their investment in Juicero, which was a trend-based gamble. Investing in medicine is a calculated risk, not reliant on being "cool."
The user is considering using CB or clascoterone for hair loss, potentially as an alternative to RU. They're also contemplating asking a dermatologist for topical clascoterone cream to apply to their temple.
The conversation is a satirical discussion about a user joking that their dog is balding and needs hair loss treatments like finasteride, with others commenting on the creepiness of an AI-generated image of a dog with human features.
The conversation is about baricitinib, a medicine that can help with hair loss, and why it isn't more popular or widely discussed. No specific experiences with the treatment were shared.
RU58841 from rudirect caused more hair shedding and itch, while anageninc's RU58841 improved the situation. Users are concerned about the quality and authenticity of RU58841 from different suppliers, including those from China.
A user shared their 6-month progress using a dermaroller and a homemade shampoo made of rosemary water, aloe vera, and vitamin E for hair loss. They provided a link to photos showing their results.