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      community Connection between finasteride and nafld?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may affect liver function and cortisol levels, potentially linking it to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). More research is needed to understand this connection fully.

      community Considering quitting vegetarianism (telogen effluvium)

      in Female  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A vegetarian with IBS is considering reintroducing fish to improve gut and hair health due to protein concerns. Suggestions include adding tofu, avoiding vegan protein shakes, and considering a more carb/fat dominant diet.

      community Is 8% ru58841 significantly stronger than 5%

      in Chat  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user increased their RU58841 treatment from 5% to 8% to combat hair loss and is questioning the effectiveness of the higher dosage. Another user shared their extensive hair loss treatment regimen, suggesting that while 8% RU58841 might not significantly change results, it's worth trying as individual responses vary.

      community Just an encouraging post for atypical alopecia sufferers

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced eyebrow hair loss and tried various treatments, including Minoxidil, a Capsaicin-based product, Latanoprost, Bimatoprost, Castor Oil, and Travoprost. Despite initial setbacks and a brutal shedding phase, they eventually saw positive results with Travoprost, encouraging others not to give up on treatments.

      community Should i seek further blood tests given my levels?

      in Finasteride  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing low libido and mood swings after starting a low dose of topical finasteride. They are considering further blood tests to investigate low testosterone levels and other hormonal factors.

      community 11 month Progress 17-18yo with RU58841*

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using a combination of Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, with Minoxidil used initially and the other treatments added later. The user believes the combination of Finasteride and RU58841 contributed to the regrowth, with RU sourced from MVsupplement.

      community 13 months TOPICAL ONLY progress! (Diffuse thinner)

      in Update  551 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's progress in treating diffuse hair thinning using a topical regimen including finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, saw palmetto, collagen, and vitamins, along with lifestyle changes. The user plans to switch from topical to oral finasteride for potentially better results.

      community Be careful with minoxidil, even if it's just foam.

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil caused side effects like chest pain and tinnitus for the user, leading them to stop using it and consider switching to finasteride with microneedling. Other users shared similar experiences with minoxidil, while some reported no issues, highlighting varied individual reactions.

      community Is there any way to get Ru58841 in India?

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 month ago
      RU58841 is not FDA approved, and users are discussing its availability and legitimacy in India, with some mentioning brands like Vantanex and Capomil. One user warns about the risk of gyno from RU58841, advising to stop use at the first sign of sensitivity.

      community Progress finasteride and minoxidil + problem

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair improvement in the central and back areas after using finasteride, minoxidil, and a galenic lotion, but the temple area is worsening. They suspect the lotion might be causing the issue and are considering stopping its use.

      community 7.5 Month Progress Topical/Oral Minoxidil

       130 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss after Covid and started using topical minoxidil, then switched to oral minoxidil, along with Nizoral shampoo, ketoconazole shampoo, clobetasol propionate, and clindamycin ointment, which significantly reduced hair loss and scalp issues. Other users suggested trying finasteride for better results.

      community Bad reaction to Finasteride, what are my other options?

      in Transplants  15 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user had a bad reaction to Finasteride, experiencing anxiety and fatigue, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments since they can't use Finasteride or Minoxidil. Suggestions include trying low doses of Finasteride, making a topical version, or using other treatments like Alfatradiol, but the user is hesitant to use Finasteride again and is considering a hair transplant.

      community What is fluridil binding affinity?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Fluridil is hard to obtain and only available in Slovakia and Czechia, with no systemic side effects but possibly limited effectiveness compared to finasteride. The original poster is using finasteride and minoxidil without success and is considering trying fluridil despite its cost.

      community Is S5 plus cream an okay alternative to finasteride?

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses using S5 plus cream (Spironolactone, Alfatradiol, and Tempol) as an alternative to finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about its effectiveness and potential systemic absorption. The original poster already uses 5% minoxidil and is seeking alternatives due to fears of finasteride's side effects.

      community Latanoprost from the gray market?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses sourcing pure latanoprost from the gray market for research and making a homemade solution. Concerns about potential dangers and experiences with this method are raised.

      community Lets do this!!! My current Stack

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen using Alfatradiol, Pyrilutamide, and Minoxidil. The user shares their current stack of these treatments.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

      in Research/Science  408 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Min/Fin topical prescription also contains Latanoprost?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses a topical prescription for hair regrowth containing Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Latanoprost, noting Latanoprost's side effect of promoting eyelash and eyebrow growth. Others share experiences and information about Latanoprost, highlighting its origins as a glaucoma drug and potential side effects.

      community biolabshop RU58841 source legit??

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using Biolabshop's RU58841 product, which includes GHK-Cu and melatonin, to improve hair quality and combat hair loss. The user has previously used finasteride, minoxidil, and Anageninc’s RU58841 with success and seeks feedback on the new product, especially from those on anabolic steroids or hormone treatments.