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330-360 / 1000+ resultscommunity My Bloodwork — After 4 Months On Finasteride.
The user is on Finasteride for hair loss, taking 0.5mg daily, and plans to reduce the dose to 0.25mg while making lifestyle changes to lower prolactin, SHGB, and cortisol. They will retest in 90 days to assess progress and are open to advice.
community 22M High Estrogen after blood test
A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.
community Dutasteride Mesotherapy Spain 1st session
A user had their first dutasteride mesotherapy session in Spain to recover hair on the temple area, with plans for monthly sessions and continued use of topical Minoxidil. If no results are seen in 8 months, they will switch to oral Minoxidil and finasteride.
community Has anyone tried pumpkin seed oil for hair loss?
community Not sure what else to do, can’t use anti-androgens (Baseline Hormonal Bloodwork included) need advice badly
User experienced feminizing side effects from finasteride and tried RU, alfatradiol, and finasteride without success. They are now considering treatments like Stemoxydine, Zix, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Eucapil, and a hair transplant.
community Any updates on verteporfin or FAK inhibitors regarding donor area hair regeneration? or, when can we expect updates?
Verteporfin and FAK inhibitors being looked at as potential treatments for hair regeneration, with updates on the unofficial off-label human trial being discussed.
community 26 yo female with androgenetic alopecia - worried about spiro side effects and effectiveness
A 26 year old female diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia who is interested in treatments such as spironolactone, finasteride and Minoxidil to help her hair loss but is worried about side effects like muscle gain, sex drive and effectiveness.
community Anyone here ever used KY-19382 or another indirubin analogue?
KY-19382, an indirubin derivative, is discussed for its potential to stimulate hair growth and create new hair follicles. The conversation seeks experiences with synthesizing, topically applying, or orally administering KY-19382.
community Would Verteporfin potentially work for scarring alopecia?
Verteporfin is discussed as a potential treatment for scarring alopecia. Minoxidil is suggested as an alternative treatment.
community Spironolactone and pregnancy planning
A user with AGA uses topical spironolactone 2% due to side effects from the oral form and is concerned about its use during conception and breastfeeding. They seek alternatives to prevent AGA relapse while planning pregnancy and after childbirth.
community Pre-Finisteride DHT & Hormone Blood Panel
The conversation discusses the cost and insurance coverage of a comprehensive hormone and DHT blood panel for hair loss, with a focus on finasteride treatment. The user seeks a cheaper alternative to a $700 panel recommended in a video.
community Here's a recommended bloodwork panel before starting Fin.
The conversation provides a detailed list of blood tests recommended before starting finasteride to establish a baseline for monitoring potential side effects. A shorter list is also provided for those with limited funds, and the user shares personal experience of using finasteride without issues for about nine years.
community Sapphire FUE vs Standard FUE: what we’ve actually seen in practice
Sapphire FUE uses sapphire-tipped blades for more precise incisions, but the surgeon's skill and overall procedure management are more crucial for success than the blade type. Both Sapphire and Standard FUE can yield similar results, with recovery influenced more by individual factors and aftercare than the blade used.
community CHECKLIST: Blood and other test before starting treatment
Before starting hair loss treatment, it's suggested to undergo various blood and health tests to minimize side effects. The checklist includes tests for kidney function, liver enzymes, blood sugar, vitamins, hormones, and more.
community Any updates on verteporfin? Or when should we expect an update?
Verteporfin is discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth, but skepticism exists about its effectiveness in regenerating extracted hair follicles. The conversation also mentions the possibility of needing a hair transplant by 2028.
community Dutasteride vs. Finasteride: Some interesting data about vertex hair regrowth
community Cassiopea announces completion of recruitment of Phase II dose ranging trial of Breezula (CB-03-01) for androgenic alopecia
The conversation discusses the completion of a Phase II trial recruitment for Breezula (CB-03-01), a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
community How’s my donor? 20 months on oral fin/min
community Beating gyno symptoms on fin: my recent success
A user successfully managed finasteride-induced gyno symptoms by making lifestyle changes, including fasting, avoiding soy, and increasing cardio. They resumed finasteride with a lower dose combined with minoxidil and P7 vitamins without recurrence of symptoms.
community 2 months of RU after 2 years of fin and OM ED
The user was using 1mg finasteride daily and oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily for two years, then added RU58841 to their routine two months ago and is asking for opinions on any changes in hair growth. They provided progress pictures without dermarolling and maintained consistent lighting for comparison.
community A Spanish doctor shared Verteporfin video
A Spanish doctor shared a video about Verteporfin for hair loss. The conversation mentions Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 as treatments.
community RU58841, 8% HPLC-MS done by jano, they legit
The conversation is about testing the effectiveness of RU58841 for hair loss, with the user planning to increase their dose to 30 mg per day along with 20 mg of Minoxidil. The test results showed approximately 70 mg/ml, which the user considers a good result.
community Wednesday after micro needling through Friday today.
The user is using oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and considering adding rosemary and pumpkin saw palmetto to their regimen. They report significant hair growth, especially with dutasteride, and are considering increasing their dose and adding RU58841.
community Has anyone here actually tried HST (Hair Stem Cell Transplantation)? Looking for real experiences!
community SCUBE3 Biannual Injections and Microneedling
The conversation discusses biannual SCUBE3 injections and microneedling as treatments for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
community Weird Hair Loss Pattern – Worth a Biopsy?
The user is experiencing a strange hair loss pattern despite using dutasteride for 3 years and minoxidil with tretinoin for 1.5 years. They recently added microneedling and are considering a scalp biopsy to understand the cause.
community thoughts on topical Saw Palmetto oil
The user is considering topical Saw Palmetto or Pumpkin Seed Oil due to sensitivity to finasteride and cost issues. They also use dermastamping for Minoxidil absorption and seek advice on timing to avoid systemic absorption.
community 26F Thinner hair due to vitamin deficiencies?
A female user with chronic anemia and vitamin deficiencies is experiencing finer, straighter hair and seeks recommendations for scalp products to improve circulation and prevent potential hair thinning. She is considering growth oils but is unsure of their effectiveness.
community Is it possible to create an estrogen mesotherapy/topical that doesn't go systemic?
The conversation discusses the potential of using topical estrogen treatments for hair loss without systemic absorption, highlighting challenges and possible solutions like using estriol. It also mentions other treatments like topical finasteride, microneedling, and scalp massage, while noting the limitations and side effects of current options.