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      21M, Thinning on Top with Family History, Seeking Treatment Options

      community 21M, Thinning on Top with Family History, Seeking Treatment Options

      in General  59 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 21-year-old with a family history of early balding is advised to see a dermatologist to confirm androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and consider treatments like finasteride or dutasteride to prevent further hair loss, and minoxidil, possibly with tretinoin, to regrow hair. Caution is advised with oral minoxidil, and a cardiologist should be consulted before use.

      community 24F - AGA & TE since 14. Is this regrowth for sure?

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 24-year-old woman with AGA and TE since age 14 is questioning if her hair is regrowing or breaking. She has been using minoxidil consistently since September 2025, along with caffeine and ketoconazole shampoos, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto, and has improved her overall hair care routine.

      community Looking for advice in a unique situation: Currently wearing a hair system, but continuing to experience thinning on the sides. Had one transplant to correct temple peak areas, but need to know where to go from here.

      in Transplants  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing hair thinning on the sides while wearing a hair system and has had a transplant to correct temple peaks. They are using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and rosemary oil serum, and are considering a corrective transplant to add density and achieve a natural look.

      community ISO a topical without minoxidil

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user seeks a topical hair loss treatment without minoxidil, considering options like finasteride, dutasteride, caffeine, tretinoin, or prostaglandin analogues. Recommendations include products like Strut, Maximus, Zeuss, and custom formulas from compounding pharmacies.

      community Good recovery to diffuse thinning

      in Chat  15 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 25-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia experienced improved hair condition after using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride, but later faced diffuse thinning and texture deterioration after a shedding phase. Others suggest patience, continued treatment, and using ketoconazole shampoo, with some sharing similar experiences of post-shed thinning.

      community I wrote a poem about pp405 (potential treatment)

      in Satire  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      A poem humorously suggests hope for a new hair loss treatment, PP405, while users debate the effectiveness and side effects of current treatments like Finasteride. Concerns are raised about Finasteride's side effects, especially for young users, and skepticism about new treatments is expressed.

      community The curious case of John Cazale’s hair

      in Satire  322 upvotes 2 months ago
      John Cazale's hairline showed strong recession at the temples but maintained solid volume and density, sparking discussion on different hair loss patterns and the importance of overall hair density. Treatments like Minoxidil and Spironolactone were mentioned as potential factors in maintaining hair, though genetics and styling were also considered significant.

      community How obvious is it that I am using hair fibers to thicken my hairline?

      in Product  175 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user uses Toppik hair fibers to thicken their hairline and has switched from finasteride to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, noticing more hair thickening. Most responses indicate the hair fibers are not noticeable, and many suggest the user doesn't need them as their hair looks natural and good for their age.

      community Hair loss and ethnicity - Caucasian men the most likely to experience hair loss

      in Chat  17 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses how Caucasian men are more likely to experience hair loss due to genetic predisposition, with factors like the androgen receptor on the X chromosome playing a significant role. The user also expresses confusion about the evolutionary reasons for hair loss, especially in colder climates where it would seem beneficial to retain hair for warmth.

      community Hair Loss and Its Immense Impact on Appearance

      in Chat  159 upvotes 1 month ago
      Hair loss significantly impacts self-perception and attractiveness, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants suggested. The conversation highlights the emotional struggle and societal perceptions tied to hair loss.

      community having hair loss as a teen SUCKS. A LOT.

      in Female  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      A teenage girl who has been diagnosed with ADA and is struggling with hair loss, which has caused her to lose confidence. She is looking for recommendations on treatments such as finasteride or Minoxidil, and lifestyle advice including vitamins and other supplements that might help with the issue.

      community opinions on my progress and thickening and regrowth pls

      in Is this regrowth?  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been experiencing hair loss since having COVID and has low vitamin D levels; they are seeing some improvement in their crown and hairline after starting vitamin D supplements. Commenters suggest the hair loss pattern is consistent with male pattern baldness (MPD) and varies by individual.

      community PP405 Might Be the Closest We Have to a Upcoming Cure

      in Technology  237 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is considered a promising potential cure for hair loss, with phase 2 trial results expected in February 2025. Hair cloning is also discussed as a potential ultimate solution, despite significant scientific challenges.

      community Thoughts on scalp/hairline tattoos's ?

      in Chat  15 upvotes 2 months ago
      Scalp tattoos can look good but often appear artificial, especially in sunlight or up close, and require regular maintenance. They may boost confidence if done well, but opinions vary on their effectiveness and natural appearance.

      community White hair seemed to be turn black, re-pigmentation

      in Update  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced hair repigmentation and attributes improvements in hair and overall health to a carnivore diet, Boron, and Selenium supplementation. They stopped using finasteride after 20 years, noticed increased testosterone and libido, and observed hair regrowth with RU58841.

      community Tretinoin in Androgenic Alopecia

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Tretinoin for treating androgenic alopecia. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Is there anything worse than someone telling you have a bald spot?

      in Satire  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 38-year-old user discusses their experience with hair loss and the impact of comments about their bald spot, despite using treatments like topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. The conversation highlights the emotional impact of unsolicited comments on appearance and suggests exploring additional treatments like oral minoxidil and finasteride for further improvement.
      What’s wrong with my scalp?

      community What’s wrong with my scalp?

      in General  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing white flakes on their scalp despite using anti-dandruff shampoos and oils for six weeks. A suggestion was made to try ketoconazole at higher concentrations, as it might be seborrheic dermatitis, which can lead to hair loss if untreated.

      community Using 1% Clascoterone cream on hairline?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 30-year-old man with hairline recession is considering using 1% Clascoterone cream on his hairline while awaiting a 5% Breezula product. He has been using oral Minoxidil for four years but stopped using Finasteride due to side effects.

      community Dry flakes from topical fin use

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing white flakes and a greasy look from using a topical solution containing 0.025% finasteride, 8% minoxidil, 0.01% retinoic acid, and 1% hydrocortisone. Suggestions include reducing application frequency, using a brush to clean the scalp, and considering alcohol-free alternatives.

      community Pyrilutamide real life results?

      in Research/Science  15 upvotes 3 years ago
      The results of using Pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment available on the gray market, and other treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841.

      community Fighting Hair loss AND Grey Hair

      in Treatment  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is treating hair loss with topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and Ketoconazole. For grey hair, they use L-Cysteine, L-Methionine, and PABA, and have noticed some re-pigmentation.

      community My Telogen Effluvium journey after a bad Keratin Treatment

      in Female  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their experience with telogen effluvium triggered by a keratin treatment, leading to significant hair loss. They found improvement using aloe vera with rosemary, a protein and iron-rich diet, and patience.