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      community soy and hair loss

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation is about a user suspecting excessive soy consumption caused their hair loss and considering removing soy from their diet. Another user suggests balancing soy with other nutrients, as soy is generally thought to protect hair.

      community Is microneedling supposed to be a blood bath? 1mm dermastamp

      in Microneedling  41 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone experiencing a lot of bleeding from using a 1.0mm microneedling device for hair loss treatment and asking if it's normal. Various users suggest that the bleeding is excessive and recommend using shorter needles or less pressure, while others share their own microneedling practices with different needle lengths and no bleeding.

      community Are carbohydrates needed for hair growth

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.

      community What vitamin deficiencies that cause hair loss

      in Female  52 upvotes 8 months ago
      Vitamin deficiencies, particularly in vitamins A, B, C, D, and minerals like iron, zinc, and copper, can lead to hair loss. Dietary changes, such as eating more nutrient-rich foods, can improve hair health.

      community Atherosclerosis as cause of balding and treatment

      in Treatment  62 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss may be caused by calcification of capillaries in the scalp, restricting blood flow to hair follicles. A daily treatment regimen including high doses of Vitamins D and K, Magnesium, and Nattokinase could potentially decalcify these capillaries, improving blood flow and hair growth. However, some users warn against excessive Vitamin D intake and emphasize the need for medical consultation.

      community Lasering body hair off boosts scalp hair growth?

      in Question  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Lasering off body hair does not boost scalp hair growth, as removing body hair does not redirect hair growth substances to the scalp. The idea that body hair uses up resources needed for scalp hair is incorrect, and treatments like finasteride are suggested for addressing hair loss.

      community Rice Water.. take it or leave it

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Rice water was used as a hair treatment and showed noticeable results in a week, more than finasteride used for seven months. The user plans to continue using rice water and might stop finasteride, while still using ketoconazole for dandruff.

      community Can low level of vitamins cause hair loss?

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about whether low vitamin levels can cause hair loss. The consensus is that the user's vitamin levels are normal and unlikely to affect hair loss or the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

      community Dutasteride not working - is this the end now?!

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing ongoing hair loss despite using treatments like topical and oral finasteride, dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and RU58841. They are advised to consider a scalp biopsy and blood tests to determine the underlying cause, as their hair loss may not be related to DHT.

      community Oral Minoxidil worse hair after 1 year

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from topical to oral Minoxidil and Finasteride but saw no improvement after a year, with hair appearing thinner. They recently switched to Dutasteride, hoping for better results.

      community How to reduce cortisol (stress hormone) naturally?

      in Chat  37 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses natural ways to reduce cortisol, such as avoiding caffeine, getting proper sleep, syncing with the sun, walking in nature, breathing exercises, increasing calories, and not doing keto. Magnesium supplements are recommended for stress reduction.

      community The Journey Starts Today

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 6 years ago
      User started Finasteride for hair loss, combining it with Saw Palmetto, Fenugreek seeds, almonds, bananas, eggs, and a coconut-castor oil mixture. Early updates show initial shedding and tiny new hair growth at the temples.

      community 34m started on minoxidil foam 5% , 2 weeks in and hair shed !

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 34-year-old male started using 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss and experienced shedding, which is a normal part of the process. He is considering adding finasteride to his regimen but is concerned about potential side effects, particularly sexual performance issues.

      community Why balding gets worse in every generation?

      in Chat  81 upvotes 1 year ago
      Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community My way to recovery and advice - Hope this helps (m20)

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old shared their experience of reversing hair loss without using minoxidil or finasteride, instead relying on supplements like biotin, collagen, fish oil, saw palmetto, and various vitamins. They emphasized the importance of a balanced supplement schedule and noted improvements in hair health without experiencing additional shedding.

      community NW3 > NW1: DUT and microneedling only

      in Progress Pictures  789 upvotes 4 years ago
      User Topher1999 achieved hair regrowth using Dutasteride 3 times a week and microneedling with Dr. Pen Ultima A6 every 2 weeks for 9 months. They believe microneedling is the main reason for hairline gains.

      community Questions about DUPA and figuring out what my hairloss is (NEED INPUT BADLY)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses severe hair shedding and thinning, with the original poster using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and other supplements without improvement. The discussion highlights the possibility of telogen effluvium and the importance of addressing potential underlying health issues, such as stress and gut health, rather than assuming diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA).

      community Spironolactone for 11 years, finasteride for almost 5 years, started oral minoxidil in November 😢 ended oral contraceptive in Dec.

      in Progress Pictures  224 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hair loss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hair loss.

      community Which vitamin deficiencies can lead to hair loss?

      in Chat  69 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses potential vitamin deficiencies leading to hair loss, with a focus on Vitamin D and iron. Some individuals are using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, while others consider vitamin supplementation due to deficiencies.