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      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 Extremish regimen - dermarolling too hard?

       5 upvotes 8 years ago
      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.

      community I talked to urologist about Finasteride and just wanted to share what he said

      in Finasteride  234 upvotes 8 years ago
      The effects of Finasteride, a drug used to treat hair loss, prostate problems and other conditions. The post by iaskedadoctor describes the conversations they had with a Urologist about the effects of the drug on DHT levels throughout the body, how lower doses are beneficial in reducing side effects, how erectile dysfunction can be psychological as well as physiological, how morning erections are not necessarily important, and how persistent side effects appear to be rare. People also shared their experiences with taking Finasteride for hair loss, including potential side effects such as reduced ejaculate force and development of man boobs.

      community 1.5 years on finasteride/rogaine/nizoral

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      A 24-year-old experienced initial success with finasteride, Rogaine, and Nizoral for hair loss but noticed a decline after 1.5 years. Despite concerns about side effects, they decided to try dutasteride after consulting with a dermatologist.

      community Min users : Who can name a specific product that offset the development of Min-related lines and wrinkles in your skin ? There are lots of vague 'try Retinol-A' or 'Zinc' or this or that, but has anyone actually gone and got some shit and had it halt wrinkling ?

      in Question  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses treatments to counteract skin wrinkles caused by Minoxidil use. Suggestions include Retinol-A and Zinc, but users seek specific products that have effectively halted wrinkling.

      community Topical Spironolactone Mixing Guide

       6 upvotes 9 years ago
      A user shared a guide for mixing a topical spironolactone solution for hair loss, using ingredients like spironolactone tablets, ethyl alcohol, and propylene glycol. They compared it to the S5 cream, finding their homemade solution more practical and cost-effective.

      community Has anyone used the new liposomal topical fin from Hasson and Wong?

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation discusses a new liposomal topical finasteride from Hasson and Wong, available in Canada and Italy, soon in the US, costing $40/month. It claims to reduce scalp DHT by 50% without affecting serum DHT, potentially benefiting those who can't tolerate oral finasteride or RU58841.

      community What hormones/vitamins should I test for?

      in General  51 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user plans to test for DHT, total testosterone, free testosterone, E2, SHBG, and prolactin while supplementing with vitamin D and monitoring ferritin levels. They are experiencing hairline thinning and are seeking advice on whether their approach is excessive or lacking.

      community Gyno & testoterone level

      in Finasteride  282 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.

      community Treatments to maintain alternative to finasteride/dutasteride

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 29-year-old male experiencing hair loss due to TRT is using minoxidil and dermarolling but is hesitant to use finasteride or dutasteride due to potential side effects. He is considering low level laser therapy (LLLT), PRP, ketoconazole shampoo, and oral minoxidil as additional treatments. A reply suggests that without a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, other treatments may not be effective long-term.

      community I finally coninced my trichologist to give me finasteride

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user convinced their trichologist to prescribe topical finasteride after using topical estradiol and progesterone for hair maintenance. They also discussed the potential impact of "nofap" on hair loss, noting that abstaining for about four months seemed to reduce shedding.

      community Trans: Do I need to use Finnasteride?

      in Transgender 2 years ago
      A transgender individual is starting spironolactone and estradiol for hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and is considering adding finasteride to help with hair loss. They are also planning to use minoxidil and microneedle, but are unsure if they need to use another anti-androgen or more aggressive treatments. A respondent advises against using pyri and suggests waiting to see if the HRT alone is sufficient before becoming dependent on minoxidil.

      community ASCEplus HRLV Exosomes with microneedling

      in Product  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The discussion is about using ASCEplus HRLB exosomes for hair loss treatment, which combines 10 billion exosomes with growth factors, nutrients, biotin, and copper tripeptide. The treatment is expensive and typically administered via scalp injections, but in Europe, it's done with microneedling.

      community Just got some test results back.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user received hormone test results showing normal estradiol and testosterone levels, low SHBG, and normal free androgen index. They are considering starting finasteride but are concerned due to being slightly overweight.

      community Opinions on LLLT? Is it useless after stopping it?

      in Treatment 1 year ago
      Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is considered expensive and may not provide significant benefits, with some users suggesting alternatives like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Many users report limited success with LLLT and similar treatments, recommending more proven options instead.

      community Blood work results concerning ?? Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male experienced nipple sensitivity after taking 0.5 mg finasteride for 2.5 months, with blood tests showing increased testosterone and estrogen levels. He stopped finasteride temporarily and seeks advice to prevent gynecomastia.

      community topical exosomes - experimenting

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about experimenting with topical exosomes for hair loss treatment, alongside microneedling, Happy Head's gel-like topical, and Ordinary's hair serum. The user also mentions the availability of treatments like latanoprost and Redensyl.

      community Can I take bicalutamide for hair loss as a man, but don’t want to transition?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 23-year-old man with hair loss, despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841, is considering bicalutamide for regrowth but is concerned about feminization. Alternatives like topical estrogen, JXL069, and spironolactone are discussed, with suggestions to explore thyroid levels and other potential underlying conditions.

      community A rare case? Or a blind spot? Hair loss caused by low T + e2

      in Chat  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Low testosterone and estradiol may contribute to hair loss, and blocking DHT without sufficient hormone levels might hinder regrowth. The discussion highlights the importance of hormone balance, with some considering supplements and lifestyle changes to support hair health.

      community Can trichodynia ruin an exosome treatment?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has tried various hair loss treatments including topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and exosome therapy, but none have been effective. They suspect trichodynia might be preventing these treatments from working.