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      community Hair loss whodunit: help me find the culprit!

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing hairline thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil (solution and foam), dermastamping, and tretinoin. They suspect minoxidil or tretinoin might be causing the issue but are unsure.

      community Alcohol-free minoxidil available in Europe

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      Alcohol-free minoxidil options in Europe, particularly from a German pharmacy, are recommended for those with seborrheic dermatitis. Users suggest alternatives like Alopexy and Doppelherz foam, and emphasize avoiding propylene glycol and alcohol to reduce irritation.

      community Diagnosed with female pattern hair loss as a male with recent aggressive loss. Preemptively mourning the only part of myself I’ve ever come close to loving. Lost all motivation to do anything with my life.

      in Progress Pictures  271 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user should consider using treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 to potentially reverse their hair loss. Other suggestions include using hair loss concealers and maintaining a healthy diet.

      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 Diffuse thinning is so brutal.

      in Styling  72 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old with AGA experienced hair thinning and dandruff, stabilized with topical finasteride and minoxidil but saw minimal regrowth. They seek advice on styling and consider oral minoxidil and microneedling for denser hair.

      community AA and Hirsutism but T levels are normal

      in Female  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.

      community Liquid minoxidil + pyrilutamide

      in Treatment  17 upvotes 3 years ago
      Potential treatments for hair loss, specifically the combination of liquid minoxidil and pyrilutamide, with some suggesting that adding finasteride may be beneficial.

      community 7 years of maintenance without finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user maintained their hair for 7 years using alfatradiol, fluridil (later switched to pyrilutamide), minoxidil 5%, and Nizoral shampoo without finasteride due to side effects. Despite some family history of hair loss, the user believes their hair loss is not aggressive.

      community Finasteride gives me seb derm. Thoughts on zinc or other options?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.

      community What are the alternatives to spironolactone for AGA?

      in Female  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced side effects from spironolactone and is seeking alternatives for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), considering saw palmetto but unsure of its effectiveness. They are also exploring the possibility of using topical spironolactone, despite availability challenges.

      community Odd Hair Growth (Possibly More Than Genetics?)

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old user shares their hair regrowth journey, questioning if genetics or other factors are at play. They use Rogaine, finasteride, vitamin B12, biotin, Thera M Plus, and derma stamping, and seek advice on their regimen and hair growth patterns.
      29M, Noticing More Scalp Visibility After 3 Years of Hair Shedding

      community 29M, Noticing More Scalp Visibility After 3 Years of Hair Shedding

      in General  68 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user noticed increased hair loss over the past three years and is seeking advice. A suggestion was made to consult a dermatologist or trichologist and consider blood tests, particularly for vitamin D levels, to address potential androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
      PP405 Identity Research

      community PP405 Identity Research

      in Research  292 upvotes 7 months ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that inhibits mitochondrial pyruvate carriers, increasing lactate dehydrogenase activity and stimulating hair follicle stem cells. In a phase 1 trial, 31% of participants showed over 20% hair density increase with PP405 treatment.

      community The irony of balding while being hairy

      in Chat  107 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the frustration of having excessive body hair while experiencing scalp hair loss, with mentions of treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants using body hair. Users share experiences and advice, noting the role of genetics and DHT in hair growth patterns.

      community latanoprost for hairloss

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Exploring the potential of latanoprost as a hair loss treatment in combination with minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Can this fate be avoided? Or must i simply accept it.

      12 years ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing early hair loss, possibly due to oily skin, stress, poor diet, and lack of sleep. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo without success and plan to visit a dermatologist for further advice.

      community Malassezia safe topical treatments?

      in Question  2 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user is seeking Malassezia-safe treatments for hair loss and currently uses a baby shampoo, a scalp tonic with antifungal ingredients, and aloe gel. They consider using Kirkland Minoxidil 5% drops and possibly consulting a doctor about Finasteride.

      community 8 years of hair loss, turning 30 next month

      in Progress Pictures  151 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been dealing with hair loss for 10 years, worsened by psoriasis, and uses minoxidil and finasteride. They seek advice on managing psoriasis and hair loss, with suggestions to see a dermatologist, try different shampoos, and be patient.

      community Severe diffuse thinning since 13 years old

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 15-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning plans to use minoxidil, dermarolling, and possibly ketoconazole, with hopes to later incorporate finasteride. Concerns about starting finasteride too young and the need for a dermatologist consultation are discussed.

      community Minoxidil experiment on single hair follicle

      in Minoxidil  1695 upvotes 9 months ago
      Minoxidil was applied to a single miniaturized hair follicle over four months, resulting in less miniaturization but not yet terminal growth. The user used a 5% minoxidil solution, specifically the Regaine brand, and observed changes using a handheld WiFi microscope.

      community my own receding hairline experience

      in General  190 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced a receding hairline and tried minoxidil, which may have slowed the process but caused puffy eyes. They are hesitant to use finasteride and suspect oily dandruff might be an aggravator.