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510-540 / 1000+ resultscommunity Does alfatradiol do anything to help? Is anyone actually using this?
Alfatradiol is used as a mild treatment to slow or stabilize hair loss, often alongside finasteride and pumpkin seed oil. Users report reduced shedding and minimal side effects, but minoxidil is noted as more effective for regrowth.
community Why doctors are contradictory when it comes to Androgenetic alopecia?
The conversation discusses androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and questions why treatments focus on lowering DHT levels instead of building resistance to it. It also touches on hair transplantation techniques using body hair.
community Purchasing and Shipping Alpecin DMG to the United States.
A user is seeking help to purchase and ship Alpecin DMG to the United States due to issues with eBay sellers. They prefer Alpecin DMG over minoxidil because of concerns about minoxidil's effects on insulin production, as they have diabetes.
community Collagen peptides: Yay or nay?
community Microneedling-induced shedding after 5 months?
A user experienced significant hair loss after starting microneedling, despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are advised to consult a doctor as the shedding pattern is unusual and may indicate alopecia areata or other scalp conditions.
community Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Needling since march, still losing hair?
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and needling since March. They suspect needling too deeply might be an issue and have adjusted the depth recently.
community Is pyrilutamide safe to use or still unknown?
The conversation is about the safety and effects of using pyrilutamide for hair loss. One person reported severe negative effects, another experienced minor side effects without much benefit for hair, and a third found the anecdote helpful in making a decision.
community will long term 5ar inhibition alter my physical appearance?
A 19-year-old concerned about long-term effects of 5AR inhibitors on physical appearance. They have used finasteride and plan to try dutasteride or RU58841; responses suggest improved skin, hair, and confidence.
community Progressive insomnia (treatment-resistant) due to Finasteride
A medical student experienced hair loss slowing with Finasteride but developed severe, treatment-resistant insomnia. They tried various medications with little effect, suspecting Post-Finasteride Syndrome, and others suggested the insomnia might be linked to Finasteride's impact on neurosteroids.
community Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution
A user has been experiencing hair loss for 4 years, with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and various supplements proving ineffective. They were diagnosed with fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution, a condition that may require a combination of anti-inflammatory and hair growth treatments.
community Pelage are starting phase 3 for PP405 towards the end of 2026
PP405 is moving to late-stage trials, showing potential for hair regrowth, with 31% of male patients experiencing a 20% increase in hair density. Veradermics is developing an oral minoxidil version, and there is interest in combining treatments for better results.
community How nuts did your hairloss make you?
Hair loss can cause significant stress and anxiety, leading individuals to try various treatments like microneedling, hair transplants, and lifestyle changes. Some people find peace by accepting hair loss and focusing on other aspects of life, while others experience ongoing distress.
community Black light diagnosis of folliculitis
community PP405 Won't Work Long Term: Hair Follicle Damage Due to Abuse of the ISR System
PP405 may damage hair follicles if used long-term, suggesting cycling might be necessary. Combining it with finasteride could help maintain hair growth.
community Second shed and more abnormalities
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 Finally about to start Pyriltamide (ONLY Pyriltamide)
A user is excited to start using Pyriltamide for hair loss after experiencing side effects from topical finasteride. Other users discuss the potential and skepticism of Pyriltamide compared to older treatments like finasteride and RU58841.
community TIL about Alfatradiol, a topical DHT blocker. Has anyone else ever heard or read about this? Or used it?
Hair loss treatments, including Alfatradiol, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. It discusses the efficacy of these treatments for hair growth and regrowth.
community Scalp irritation, what causes it from topical finasteride?
Scalp irritation from homemade topical finasteride may be caused by isopropyl alcohol. Alternatives suggested include using ethanol or everclear with distilled water.
community Found a Pharmacy that will mix me 0.1 % Alfatradiol (Pantostin)
The user is currently using 0.025% Pantostin but plans to switch to 0.1% Alfatradiol. They will also use high-dose Kx826, high-dose Minoxidil, and aggressive microneedling for hair regrowth.
community Kintor pyrilutamide presentation?
The conversation is about whether the phase 2 results for pyrilutamide, a potential hair loss treatment, were presented at a dermatology convention and inquiries about the completion of phase 3 trials. Specific treatments mentioned include pyrilutamide.
community A concern regarding the upcoming androgen degrader drug GT20029
GT20029 is a topical treatment that degrades androgen receptors to prevent hair thinning and loss, potentially offering fewer side effects than systemic treatments like finasteride. Concerns include its impact on hair texture and potential systemic effects, with market availability speculated in 3 to 5 years.
community Dermatologist explains the treatment used on a NW4 patient (video in Spanish)
A 29-year-old male with androgenic alopecia was treated with oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and injectable Dutasteride, showing progress in 9 months. Some users believe Dutasteride mesotherapy is unnecessary and question its effectiveness compared to topical applications.
community Ashwagandha Topical Formulation - A 2023 Study
Ashwagandha topical formulation may increase hair density and reduce hair loss, but results seem too good to be true due to a small sample size. Users are skeptical about its effectiveness and are experimenting with different application methods.
community The case of a 78 year old man who accidentally regrew his hair (published in the British Medical Journal)
A 78-year-old man regrew hair after suffering burns, suggesting that injury-induced healing processes might trigger hair growth. Microneedling and other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as potential methods to stimulate similar regrowth.
community Can his help with AGA or it's an scam?
Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed as treatments for androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The conversation questions their effectiveness and whether they are scams.
community Can rosemary oil cause gynaecomastia?
A user is concerned that using rosemary oil after microneedling might cause gynaecomastia due to increased absorption and potential DHT blocking. Other users believe rosemary oil is unlikely to affect hormones or cause gynaecomastia.
community Scalp redness and in that spot having thinning hair?
The user noticed increased hair thinning and scalp redness on one side of their temple. They are seeking advice on what this could be and how to address it.
community Track hairline of Pelage executives
Pelage executives' hairlines were discussed, with speculation about them using PP405 for hair regrowth. Concerns were raised about using untested drugs, with some suggesting executives might not risk using them without safety data.
community Norwood 1 to 3 is normal, and NOT balding
Norwood 1-3 hair loss is considered normal in Russia and not balding. Using finasteride for Norwood 1-3 is seen as unnecessary and risky.