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      community The perfect reverse reverse hair-loss nuclear stack for those who feel left out

      in Satire  415 upvotes 8 months ago
      A satirical discussion on intentionally inducing hair loss using harmful habits and substances like cigarettes, junk food, anabolic steroids, and stress. The conversation humorously suggests extreme measures like chemotherapy and hydrofluoric acid, while also mentioning the ineffectiveness of sulfates and pumpkin seed oil in hair loss prevention.

      community Welp - pp405 conference showed nothing

      in Update  79 upvotes 1 week ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth by increasing terminal hair and converting vellus hairs, but results are modest and more waiting is needed. It complements existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but won't replace them.

      community (MTF 35) Results of 18 Months of HRT

      in Transgender  775 upvotes 3 months ago
      A transgender woman experienced significant hair regrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hair regrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.

      community Breezula phase 3 results where are youuuu👀

      in Satire  16 upvotes 6 months ago
      Breezula's phase 3 results are expected soon, but its release is likely delayed until 2027 or 2028. The discussion highlights the need for more hair growth stimulants like AMP-303 and PP-405, as current treatments like Dutasteride effectively stop hair loss but don't regrow hair.

      community Methods Of Staying Safe On Ru58841 - My 2 Cents

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is used topically to prevent hair loss by blocking DHT, with suggestions to drink grapefruit juice, take breaks, avoid microneedling, and use lower concentrations to reduce side effects. Users discuss applying it at night to minimize systemic absorption.

      community My dermatologist screwed me over methinks (18M)

      in Minoxidil  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses their hair thinning journey, starting minoxidil at 16, switching treatments, and experiencing significant shedding after resuming minoxidil. They are now using minoxidil daily and considering PRP if shedding continues, while also planning lifestyle changes to improve their condition.

      community Tretinoin can make it worse!!!

      in Chat  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.

      community Scalp Biopsy Results - Almost 2 Years Dutasteride, Still Worsening

      in Update  24 upvotes 7 months ago
      Dutasteride and finasteride are not effectively stopping hair loss for some users, despite long-term use. Some are considering or using RU58841, pyrilutamide, and other treatments like microneedling, while also managing seborrheic dermatitis with diet and topical solutions.

      community dut/min /copper peptides VS PP405 results

      in Technology 1 week ago
      Minoxidil, dutasteride, and copper peptides are used in a tattooing method for hair regrowth, with some users noting better results compared to oral treatments. Copper peptides are considered to have minimal impact, but the method may reduce side effects.

      community Found a slide summary for PP405

      in Research/Science  35 upvotes 1 week 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 2 months of nightly 5% minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  483 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old user shared progress after two months of using 5% minoxidil nightly on their scalp and beard. Many users suggest combining minoxidil with finasteride or dutasteride to prevent hair loss due to DHT, while others express concerns about potential side effects of these DHT blockers.

      community Minoxidil actually reduces wrinkles

      in Research/Science  209 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil may improve or worsen skin quality, with topical forms causing dryness and wrinkles, possibly due to alcohol content, while oral forms have fewer side effects. Some users consider using tretinoin to mitigate negative effects.

      community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP

      in Minoxidil  178 upvotes 1 year ago
      Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heart rate and cause hypotensive symptoms. Some users experience side effects like palpitations and shortness of breath, while others find it effective; topical minoxidil with tretinoin is also considered.

      community Hair theory Scar tissue and Verteporfin

      in Chat  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user suggests that deeper microneedling with Verteporfin injections might help regrow hair in areas with scar tissue, alongside a DHT blocker. Another user explains that hair loss might be due to reduced Wnt/β-Catenin signaling and suggests that treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling could potentially reverse it.

      community If dutesteride and oral minoxidil doesn’t work that’s it right?

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using 0.5mg dutasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil for several years and is seeking advice. Suggestions include ensuring correct diagnosis, checking for other health issues, considering finasteride, trying topical antiandrogens, and consulting a dermatologist.

      community Dutasteride half life - conflicting information

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The half-life of Dutasteride is commonly stated as around 5 weeks, but some sources suggest it is 170 hours for men aged 20–49, with further information indicating it varies from 3 days to 5 weeks depending on the dose. The user is seeking clarity on these conflicting figures.