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      Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens

      community Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens

      in Research  413 upvotes 1 year ago
      Treating androgenic alopecia with minoxidil, finasteride, and antiandrogens, alongside exercise, cryotherapy, and natural substances to stimulate cold receptors for better hair growth. The method focuses on enhancing treatment effectiveness by considering environmental and behavioral factors and the role of cold receptors and muscle stress.

      community 9 month progress, Happy with the results so far

      in Progress Pictures  239 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 9-month hair loss treatment progress using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, a topical solution with minoxidil and finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are happy with the results and considering whether a hair transplant will be necessary.

      community High DHT with finasteride. Help!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.

      community started RU58841 today and am panicing

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started using RU58841 for hair loss and experienced anxiety and physical discomfort. Other users suggested avoiding the treatment due to similar side effects and recommended alternative treatments like pyri.

      community Rate my dutasteride stock on 10

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  115 upvotes 3 years ago
      Using Dutasteride as a hair loss treatment and its potential benefits, including availability in certain countries without a prescription and lower side effects than Minoxidil or RU58841.

      community We need to talk about DHT itch

      in Treatment 3 years ago
      DHT Itch and its link to balding, with various treatments such as finasteride being discussed. Members shared their experiences of scalp itch before and after taking 5AR inhibitors, and potential underlying causes such as seborrheic dermatitis were discussed.

      community Please stop looking for a natural way to stop your hairloss

      in Chat  247 upvotes 4 years ago
      There is no natural way to stop hair loss; pharmaceuticals like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are the only effective treatments. Some users report success with minoxidil and microneedling, while others discuss the side effects of finasteride.

      community ED or only bad habits???) 21 M

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 21-year-old experienced erectile dysfunction after using finasteride and consuming multiple drugs, including MDMA, LSD, and weed. He plans to quit finasteride and weed, improve his habits, and consider alternative treatments like mesotherapy with dutasteride.

      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.

      community Steps before starting medication

      in Treatments  336 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 31-year-old man, between Norwood 4 and 5, is considering hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is concerned about side effects. He is exploring options with doctors and considering a hair transplant, noting that some clinics require medication before and after the procedure.

      community Holding the line with no meds.

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old man is using natural methods like rosemary and peppermint oil, micro-needling, and low-level laser therapy to manage hair thinning, avoiding medications like minoxidil and finasteride. Despite minimal visible progress, he values the non-medicated approach and remains consistent with his routine.

      community Topical Fin +Min dose correction

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 years ago
      A user experiencing side effects from a 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride topical solution for hair loss reduced their dosage due to numbness and pain in the lower body and is seeking advice on dosage and alternatives like redensyl. They are concerned about the side effects of both medications and are considering adjusting the dose or switching treatments.

      community My nuclear protocol (scary but very effective)

      in Treatment  80 upvotes 4 years ago
      A hair loss treatment protocol involving topical and oral medications such as Minoxidil, RU58841, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Melatonin, Zinc, Vitamin B6, NAC, Caffeine, Biotin, Ginseng, and Semen; other treatments including Microneedling, Laser Helmet, Nizoral shampoo, Scalp Massage and supplements like Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Fish Oil, and Biotin; and the potential side effects of using this protocol.

      community Finasteride does deplete important nuero-active steroids

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.

      community Botox for Hair loss

       8 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user tried various treatments for hair loss, including Metanx, Nizoral, hair transplants, and scalp massages, with limited success. They recently experimented with Botox injections in the scalp, which significantly reduced scalp itch and shedding, though it's too early to see regrowth.

      community What to add after dut/min/RU/needling?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about different treatments for hair loss, including minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermarolling. The conclusion is that RU58841 and dermarolling have shown efficacy in treating hair loss through different pathways.

      community Going to inject NAD+ and GHL-Cu into Scalp for a few months

      in Chat  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses a user's plan to inject NAD+ and GHK-Cu into their scalp to improve hair health, with concerns raised about the risks of infection and necrosis. Alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and scalp massages are suggested.

      community Galenic lotion. Science behind the components

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user is considering a hair loss treatment lotion containing minoxidil, adenosine, caffeine, melatonin, and azelaic acid, questioning the interaction between caffeine and adenosine receptors. Another user suggests adding a topical anti-DHT ingredient like spironolactone, noting it should not be taken orally by men.

      community There are no new treatments as of now.

      in Chat 3 years ago
      Treatments for androgenic hair loss, including the use of finasteride, minoxidil, nizroal and microneedling/dermarolling. Side effects are discussed and it is noted that while there are tradeoffs to taking medications, they are generally safe and effective.

      community Needling project, I'm needling half of my head

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person is experimenting with microneedling on one temple while using Minoxidil to address hair loss. They plan to needle weekly and apply Minoxidil twice daily, avoiding application around needling sessions.