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60-90 / 1000+ resultscommunity My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”
How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.
community 13mos progress. Everything is fairly recovered but crown struggling for months now. Advice?
The user has mostly recovered hair density using finasteride, alternating oral and topical minoxidil, and occasional dermarolling, but the crown area is still struggling. Advice includes continuing treatment for up to 24 months and possibly consulting a doctor if issues persist.
community I’m starting PTD-DBM and valproic acid today - anyone with experience?
The conversation is about using PTD-DBM and valproic acid for hair loss. The user is inquiring about the dosage of these treatments, noting that valproic acid is used at a 7.5% solution.
community Follow up appointment with Donovan.
The user was diagnosed with DUPA and initially treated with finasteride, then switched to dutasteride which worsened their hair loss. They are now returning to finasteride and adding treatments including oral minoxidil, Proscar, Viviscal, pumpkin seed oil, LLLT, and Nizoral shampoo, hoping for hair regrowth.
community Creating an all-in one topical. Dumb idea?
The user is considering combining finasteride and minoxidil tablets into a topical solution that already includes Garnier Fructis stemoxydine and CB0103. They are seeking advice on whether this combination is effective and safe.
community Rate my non common stack(meso and mixing dut with fin)
A 27-year-old male is using a hair loss treatment regimen including topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, and mesotherapy with dutasteride and vitamins. He is considering switching to oral dutasteride as recommended by his doctor and questions the necessity and cost of mesotherapy.
community Is treatment working? What else should I add?
User started treatment with Fin and Min in 2022, added stemoxydine, and considering dut. They are unsure about microneedling due to scarring concerns.
community Totally confused by doctors opinions, would appreciate some clarity
The user is experiencing hair loss and confusion over conflicting medical advice, with treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical corticosteroids. They are unsure about the necessity of a biopsy and the timing of using minoxidil, while also considering the impact of potential androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium.
community Comprehensive stack. Is it working?
The user is using a comprehensive hair loss treatment including oral dutasteride, minoxidil (both oral and topical), topical finasteride, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, and a derma roller, while also using anabolic steroids. Opinions vary, with some users noting stability or slight improvement, while others suggest the treatment may not be effective due to anabolic use.
community Revising my treatment plan - advice needed - topical finasteride/minoxidil, supplements, LLT, derminator
The user plans to enhance their hair loss treatment with oral minoxidil, finasteride tablets, laser cap therapy, and various supplements. They are also considering a hair transplant and exploring reputable sources for these products.
community a topical that combines MIN, FIN and DUT
A user discusses a topical treatment combining Minoxidil, Betamethasone Valerate, Canrenone, Finasteride, and Dutasteride for hair loss. The treatment is RX-only and provided by a dermatologist.
community 5 montsh of treatment with min-fin
community How do I layer multiple treatments?
The user asks about the order and compatibility of using topical minoxidil, stemoxydine, The Ordinary natural moisturizing factors + HA for scalp, RU58841, and Nioxin system 2 leave-in treatment. They seek advice on layering these hair loss treatments.
community New company created by Dr. Kang-Yell Choi to commercialize PTD-DBM therapy
PTD-DBM therapy for hair loss is being developed by Dr. Kang-Yell Choi, with human testing planned in South Korea. Some clinics in the U.S. offer PTD-DBM/valproic acid therapy, but it hasn't completed trials yet.
community Interested about what other adjunct therapies people are trying & whats working?
The conversation discusses alternative hair loss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.
community My current regimen for MPB
The user is treating hair loss with dermarolling, a laser helmet, scalp massages, and Nizoral. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride and are considering pumpkin seed oil and sulforaphane.
community The celebrated doctors that we adore so much and whose advice we hear without doubts, are only humans after all
The user visited three dermatologists for hair loss treatment and was disappointed with their lack of thorough examination and discussion. Treatments prescribed included minoxidil, finasteride, multivitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D3, and biotin, but the user was dissatisfied with the approach and lack of consideration for newer treatments.
community Doctor said exosome therapy is so painful that one of his patients tried to choke him mid-session
community 4 months oral dut & topical min (m24)
community 8 weeks in with microneedling and minoxidil/tretinoin
The user is using a combination of microneedling, minoxidil, tretinoin, scalp massages, and red light therapy to address hair loss, with a focus on the hairline and temples. They emphasize the importance of scalp massages and have seen regrowth, attributing success to their comprehensive routine.
community DUPA - Impossible to cure, so giving up
The user diagnosed with DUPA tried treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil without success and is considering a hair system. They hope for a future cure, possibly with PP405, and others suggest options like scalp biopsy and SMP.
community MY ANECDOTAL REPORT ON SAFETY OF ALFATRADIOL AND FLURIDIL COMBINED WITH FINASTERIDE! COMPOUNDS APPROVED FOR MPB IN THE EUROPEAN UNION (i cant comment on the efficacy, cause i am on other treatments)
The safety of combining alfatradiol and fluridil with finasteride as a potential treatment for male pattern baldness, which is approved in the European Union. Other treatments such as minoxidil and RU58841 were also discussed.
community Dutasteride+finasteride? More effective?
community So what is the most compelling current research on a cure?
community In need of some guidance in my hair treatment journey
The user experienced worsening hair loss after switching treatments and is now using generic minoxidil and finasteride. They are considering continuing finasteride, trying dutasteride, or combining treatments like mesotherapy for better results.
community The Importance of Not Rushing Your Treatment Protocol
Taking a slow and steady approach to treating hair loss, as well as the potential risks of combining too many treatments. The post suggests trialling individual treatments (such as Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841) for an extended period before adding more into your treatment protocol.
community Post TCA pic and two month in, just posting baseline and an update.
The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment regimen, which includes Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, topical Dutasteride, Minoxidil sulfate, antioxidants, and various supplements. The user is also using a derma stamp and has paused Tretinoin due to a TCA peel recovery.
community Dutasteride Mesotherapy in NJ or PA
A user is seeking recommendations for doctors who perform Dutasteride mesotherapy in NJ or PA, as they are having trouble finding one through Google. The conversation focuses on finding a suitable provider for this specific hair loss treatment.