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120-150 / 1000+ resultscommunity Transitioning off daily Oral Dutasteride (0.5mg) for long-term (multi-decade) maintenance. Which protocol is best?
community Man i thought progress was linear but im back to shedding right before a vacation.
The user is experiencing hair shedding despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, and is concerned about the non-linear progress. Other users share similar experiences, suggesting shedding is normal and cyclical, with some recommending less frequent microneedling.
community 3 months oral min. 2month fin and hrt. 1x per week microneedling
A 29-year-old is using oral minoxidil, finasteride, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and microneedling for hair regrowth. They started balding at 20, worsened at 25, and are transitioning with testosterone blockers.
community 19M on HRT Concerned About Hairline Receding; Finasteride Concerns
A trans man is experiencing hair loss due to testosterone therapy but is unwilling to stop the treatment despite concerns about using finasteride. The individual is distressed about balding at a young age but acknowledges it is genetic.
community Hair follicle neogenesis
A user plans to experiment with creating new hair follicles using methods like derma rolling, applying lithium chloride, tannic acid, and various other substances including caffeine, ketoconazole, and raspberry ketones. They also consider using anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and DHT inhibitors to potentially improve results.
community The mechanism of androgenic alopecia
DHT may inhibit hair growth by affecting mitochondrial function, leading to hair follicle miniaturization. Treatments like minoxidil and PP405 may promote hair growth by altering metabolic pathways, potentially counteracting DHT's effects.
community How to tell the difference between mpb and hairline maturing?
A 20-year-old is concerned about hairline changes and wonders if it's maturing or male pattern baldness (MPB). Suggestions include consulting a specialist and considering treatments like finasteride or minoxidil.
community Insane regression after hyper-responding (17M) AMA
A 17-year-old experienced significant hair loss after switching from topical to oral minoxidil and adding finasteride. The recommendation is to return to topical minoxidil and continue with finasteride or consider dutasteride.
community Pyrilutamide at 16 years old- update 3
A 16 year old's experience with using pyrilutamide to treat hair loss, and the potential side effects of adding tretinoin to minoxidil and finasteride treatments.
community need transplant? 3.5 months progress
A user trying to avoid an expensive hair transplant, and the replies suggesting they wait two years on treatment before deciding if they need a transplant or not.
community About 1.5 years since the switch to dut + min
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, experiencing better hair maintenance and some regrowth. They also addressed vitamin deficiencies, which may have contributed to their progress.
community Progression update June, July & September!
The user is experiencing significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, and biotin since April, and may not need a hair transplant. Another user suggests that if a transplant is desired, around 4,000 grafts could provide good coverage.
community Update and new paper from Dr tsuji
Hair follicle regenerative therapy is being developed, with clinical trials planned in Japan, potentially allowing for hair cloning and eliminating the need for treatments like finasteride. If successful, the treatment could be available in Japan by 2025, but widespread access and affordability may take longer.
community (/r/science X-post): Stress may turn your hair grey. The appearance of grey hairs after periods of stress or skin damage could be the result of depletion of stem cells from the base of the hair follicle, according to a new study : science
community My personal thoughts on DHT. belive it or not
The conversation discusses a personal theory on the role of DHT in stress and reproduction, suggesting it converts testosterone for reproductive traits. The discussion includes skepticism and mentions individual differences in physiology and neurochemistry.
community Is it possible for androgenic alopecia to begin at early adolescent years?
Hair loss can begin in early adolescence and cause mental anguish. Treatments mentioned include eating cruciferous vegetables, engaging in physical activity, and maintaining scalp hygiene.
community How to turn tiny baby hairs into long, thick strands? Oral min, oral fin, mtf hrt
A 25-year-old MtF individual has been using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and MtF HRT to treat androgenic alopecia, resulting in significant hair regrowth. However, the regrown hairs remain thin and short, and they seek advice on how to make these hairs longer and thicker.
community How did you transition from Fin to Dut
The conversation is about transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss, with concerns about potential shedding during the switch. The original poster is currently using 1mg finasteride daily and topical minoxidil.
community A new study by Deng and colleagues set out to explore differences between balding and non balding scalps...
Balding scalps have more androgen receptors, leading to increased TGF-beta, which causes blood vessel loss and hair follicle miniaturization. Blocking androgen signaling and TGF-beta may help prevent hair loss.
community 20-Year-Old Seeking Opinions on High Hairline and Recession
A 20-year-old male with a high hairline seeks advice on potential hair loss, noting a family history that typically doesn't progress beyond Norwood 2. A user suggests it appears to be a mature hairline rather than hair loss and advises monitoring for changes.
community Finasteride, Neurosteroids, and Neuroplasticity - have you noticed cognitive shifts or have you continued growing?
The conversation discusses concerns about potential cognitive and emotional effects of finasteride, with the original poster planning to monitor their cognitive performance while using the treatment. A user responds that most people do not experience cognitive shifts, though some report subtle changes.
community Progress: 1 year mtf hrt, 9 months Min/Fin
The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year on male-to-female hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and nine months using minoxidil and finasteride. They noted a reduction in body hair and attributed much of the hair regrowth to the addition of minoxidil.
community Hair Color Change and Shedding: Telogen Effluvium or AGA?
The conversation discusses hair color change and shedding, questioning if it's due to Telogen Effluvium or Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Considering Dosage Change from Hims to Generic Meds After 2 Years
The user is considering switching from Hims to generic minoxidil and finasteride, with slightly lower dosages. They are concerned about maintaining their current hair condition without regrowth.
community (MTF 35) Results of 18 Months of HRT
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 The meds work: my dad at 23 yo vs me at 35 yo
Finasteride and oral minoxidil effectively maintain a youthful appearance and full head of hair, despite genetic predispositions to balding. The discussion also considers the impact of DHT blockers on masculinity and aging, with lifestyle choices like sunscreen use and a vegetarian diet mentioned.
community CRISPR treatment for AGA on the horizon after approval for blood disorders
CRISPR treatments for blood disorders have been approved, leading to discussions about its potential for treating hair loss (AGA). A study showed that editing a gene related to DHT sensitivity could lead to hair regrowth, suggesting CRISPR may eventually be used for AGA, but it's expected to be expensive and not soon available.
community RT1640 - Gray Hair Reversal Recipe
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment formulation containing cyclosporin, minoxidil, and tacrolimus, and mentions ongoing research on hair color reversal. The treatment showed high efficacy in restoring hair color in trials with 40 to 50 people.
community Scientists in Japan develop a new technique to reverse balding by transplanting a special kind of hair follicle cell into a patient's scalp
A new technique developed by scientists in Japan to reverse balding using hair follicle cell transplants, and the discussion around the effectiveness of this approach compared to other treatments such as Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, Replicel, and Hairclone.