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      community Is my hair growing back naturally???

      in Is this regrowth? 1 month ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss noticed reduced hair fall and new growth after using rosemary oil and amla, but results are slow. Users suggest natural remedies may not be effective long-term and recommend consulting a dermatologist or considering finasteride for better results.

      community 24M -Two months and 24 days with topical Min only twice a day.

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 24-year-old male has been using topical Minoxidil twice daily for nearly three months and is considering reducing the application to once daily. Users suggest adding finasteride or dutasteride for better long-term results and recommend combining treatments like microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and tretinoin for maximum effectiveness.

      community What is the goal of these people?

      in Chat  30 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses the use of finasteride for hair loss treatment and addresses misconceptions about its use in hormone replacement therapy. It also touches on the safety and long-term effects of finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism and others defending its safety profile.

      community Everyone hopping on Dutasteride recently

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  30 upvotes 1 month ago
      Many people are switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride for hair loss treatment, believing Dutasteride to be more effective and sometimes experiencing fewer side effects. Some users report initial shedding with Dutasteride but suggest it may lead to better long-term results, while others experience side effects or choose to combine treatments like Minoxidil.

      community Committing to Fin/Min every day for the rest of your life?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, with many users finding them manageable as part of a daily routine. Costs can be reduced by purchasing generic versions, and while some users express concerns about long-term use, most agree the benefits outweigh the inconvenience.

      community PP405 mechanism question - looking for discussion

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      PP405 may promote short-term hair growth by pushing follicles into the growth phase, but concerns exist about long-term effects due to lack of rest phases. Users discuss various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, alfatradiol, and investigational drugs like KX-826 and GT20029 for hair maintenance and regrowth.

      community Sooo whats the consensus about pp405 now?

      in Chat  75 upvotes 2 months ago
      PP405 may help with hair regrowth, especially when combined with minoxidil and finasteride, but its long-term effectiveness is unclear. Phase 3 trials are expected to begin soon, with results in a few years.

      community Found a slide summary for PP405

      in Research/Science  33 upvotes 2 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in stimulating new terminal hair growth by activating dormant follicles, with no systemic adverse effects observed in a short-term trial. However, long-term efficacy remains unproven, and further trials are needed to confirm its potential as a hair loss treatment.

      community Is PP405 actually different, or does it fall into the same pattern as previous treatments?

      in Research/Science 2 months ago
      PP405 is being discussed as a potential new approach to hair loss by targeting follicle stem cells, suggesting a different mechanism from existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. However, there is skepticism about whether it will lead to meaningful long-term outcomes or follow the pattern of previous treatments that showed promise but lacked consistent results.

      community Dutasteride only might be the best ROI

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  176 upvotes 3 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can improve hair regrowth with fewer side effects for some users. Concerns about shedding, lack of improvement, and the long-term safety of oral minoxidil remain.

      community My progress after 4-5 months of taking meds

      in Progress Pictures  411 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth after 4-5 months using oral minoxidil (10mg) and finasteride (1mg) without side effects. Concerns were raised about the high dosage of minoxidil and potential long-term health risks.

      community Results: 11mo using a 272 diode red light hat

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their 11-month experience using a 272 diode red light hat for hair loss, noting decent results despite inconsistent use and no medication. Another user suggested that real treatment like minoxidil or finasteride is necessary for long-term hair maintenance.

      community Breezula Phase 3 confusion - did they change something?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 4 months ago
      Breezula's phase 2 showed reduced efficacy after 6 months, but phase 3 had positive results, causing confusion about any changes made to the drug. There is frustration over the long timeline for hair loss treatments, with some users expressing more interest in other potential treatments like GT-20029.

      community Should i wait for breezula while taking topical

      in Chat  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether to wait for Breezula while using topical minoxidil to avoid side effects from finasteride. It mentions Breezula's potential release in a year and its cost and long-term use considerations.

      community Using RU58841 instead of finasteride.

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user stopped using finasteride due to side effects and switched to RU58841, which seems to be working for hair regrowth. They are considering RU58841 and minoxidil as long-term treatments, while others discuss the safety and effectiveness of these options.

      community What do we currently know about clascoterone?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      Clascoterone is seen as a promising topical treatment for hair loss, similar to finasteride but without side effects, though concerns exist about its long-term effectiveness. Other treatments discussed include topical minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and oral options like dutasteride and minoxidil.