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      community A warning to anyone considering 3rd party sourcing PP405 or its analogs

      in Treatment  31 upvotes 2 months ago
      Be cautious when sourcing PP405 or its analogs from third-party suppliers due to potential safety risks and lack of regulatory approval. The conversation highlights concerns about counterfeit products and the absence of reliable testing, making it risky to use such treatments.

      community Follicum releases some data from previous phase 2a trial

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      Follicum discovered that their drug FOL-005 increased hair count by 12 hairs per cm2 in patients with less than 255 hairs per cm2 and is planning a phase 2b trial. They are currently fundraising for the trial, and the drug may also be effective for women.

      community 24M - 9 months of dutasteride and oral minoxidil progress

      in Progress Pictures  482 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 9 months of using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, with no side effects and increased confidence. He plans to continue the treatment long-term and is considering a hair transplant for his hairline.

      community 21 M Planning trip to Turkey for FUE

      in Transplants  4 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 21-year-old is considering a hair transplant in Turkey due to aggressive hair loss and scalp psoriasis, but is advised to try finasteride and minoxidil for at least a year to stabilize hair loss before proceeding. The user is concerned about side effects but plans to consult a dermatologist and possibly start finasteride.

      community Blood work after 17 months on fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 17 months and recently switched to dutasteride, sharing bloodwork results showing no side effects. They express a wish to have started treatment earlier to save their hair.

      community PP405 Phase 2a press release with early results

      in Research/Science  700 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise in hair regrowth, with 31% of participants experiencing over 20% increase in hair density after 8 weeks. Phase 3 trials are expected in 2026, with potential market availability by 2029-2031.

      community Update and new paper from Dr tsuji

      in Update  25 upvotes 7 years ago
      Hair follicle regenerative therapy is being developed, with clinical trials planned in Japan, potentially allowing for hair cloning and eliminating the need for treatments like finasteride. If successful, the treatment could be available in Japan by 2025, but widespread access and affordability may take longer.

      community 2 Months Ru58841+Min Progress at 17

      in Progress Pictures  60 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 17-year-old shared progress pictures after using RU58841 and Minoxidil for 2 months, showing significant hair regrowth. Another user commented on the impressive results achieved in a short time.

      community PP405 Hairloss Reversal and Hairline Restoration

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      PP405 may induce new hair growth but cannot revive completely dead follicles, and its effectiveness on hairlines is uncertain. It is expected to be available by mid-2028, but users are advised to manage expectations and consider using other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community PRP for male pattern baldness?

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss discussion involves PRP (platelet rich plasma) treatment. PRP doesn't stop hair loss, only promotes regrowth; minoxidil is suggested as a better alternative.

      community M21, Regrowth precisely one year later

      in Progress Pictures  20 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth over a year using minoxidil and inconsistent finasteride, along with a diet including natural DHT-blocking foods. They are pleased with the progress but aim for more consistency.

      community Derm suggesting oral fin at 17 (turning 18 soon) after long-term minoxidil — advice?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 17-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using 5% topical minoxidil, 0.05% tretinoin, and oral minoxidil, and is considering starting oral finasteride after a dermatologist suggested a hair growth spray with Capixyl, Redensyl, Anagain, and Saw Palmetto. Users advise caution with finasteride at a young age, suggesting starting with topical finasteride and consulting an endocrinologist.

      community Second shed and more abnormalities

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride for 15 months and oral minoxidil for 6 months, and developed alopecia areata, for which a dermatologist prescribed calcipotriol/betamethasone. The treatment is helping, but the user is experiencing another shedding phase and is concerned about the effects of the steroid cream and the cause of hair loss.

      community Debunking Androgenetic Theory (Hair Transplants)

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses a theory that hair regrowth after transplant is due to the angiogenesis process (new blood vessels forming), not because the transplanted hair is unaffected by DHT. The responses highlight the established belief in 'donor dominance' (the importance of the hair's origin in transplantation) and skepticism about the new theory.

      community 17 month update, topical minoxidil + oral finasteride for the first 12 months, moved to topical last 5, + inconsistent 0.3mm microneedling before application for 4 months – more info in comments

      in Progress Pictures  153 upvotes 3 years ago
      With a head full of hair, like a phoenix! This user has experienced positive results from using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for 12 months, followed by 5 months of only topical use, as well as microneedling before application for 4 months. They are now considering a hair transplant in order to further enhance their results.

      community Help interpreting pre-fin bloodwork

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 20-year-old male is unsure how to interpret his bloodwork results and whether he should take finasteride for hair loss. His bloodwork shows borderline high levels of albumin and testosterone, and high progesterone, but normal levels of other hormones.

      community Pelage PP405 Phase 2a completed.

      in Research/Science  61 upvotes 4 months ago
      Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed as treatments for hair loss, with excitement around a new drug, PP405, and a reformulated oral minoxidil in trials. Concerns about cost, side effects, and long-term use are also mentioned.

      community discouraged about pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      Discouragement regarding Pyrilutamide, a drug in development for hair loss, and the potential side effects of Finasteride. People discussed anecdotal experiences with Pyrilutamide as well as suggestions to wait out Phase 3 trials before making any conclusions.

      community How much do we know about PTD-DBM?

      in Question  7 upvotes 8 years ago
      PTD-DBM is a Korean-developed treatment for hair loss, with limited information available and some users testing it personally. A user purchased PTD-DBM for $115 and plans to test it on their temples, but its effectiveness and authenticity remain uncertain.

      community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

      in Research/Science  58 upvotes 3 months ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community Full extent of pp405 effectiveness

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness and future results of the hair loss treatment pp405, with questions about its impact on different hair loss stages and areas. There is anticipation for phase 3 trial results to provide more data, and hope that pp405 could enhance hair transplant outcomes.

      community Why is no one pointing out dandruff as the number 1 evidence/symptom of MPB?

      in Chat  55 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hair loss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hair loss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hair loss without dandruff.