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      community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

      community Female Hair loss

      in Female  16 upvotes 6 years ago
      Women also experience hair loss, especially post-menopause, often requiring lifestyle changes. Treatments include Scalp Micropigmentation, hair transplants, and sometimes finasteride, with underlying causes needing medical evaluation.

      community Intermittent fasting reduces hair growth?!? :(

      in Research/Science  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      Intermittent fasting may inhibit hair growth by triggering a stress response that affects hair-follicle stem cells. Some users believe genetics and DHT play a larger role in hair loss, and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are mentioned as ineffective for some.

      community For those thar had a hair transplant.....

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had a hair transplant 10 months ago and sees some improvement but still has thin spots. They previously used finasteride pills and now use a topical solution of minoxidil, dutasteride, and tretinoin.

      community Early Hair Loss - Starting Fin (19M)

      in Finasteride  6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 19-year-old experiencing early hair loss started using finasteride to address diffuse thinning, despite concerns about potential side effects. They also use T/Gel and OGX Thick and Full shampoo, and have a dermatologist appointment scheduled to explore possible allergies.

      community Dermal incision with verteporfin

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      Dermal incision with verteporfin is being explored as a potential hair loss treatment by dermatologist Melissa Toyos, with promising before-and-after photos shared on social media. The conversation discusses its potential effectiveness compared to other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Is mesotherapy supposed to be only on the top of the head? in women?

      in Female  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 24-year-old woman with hair loss due to anemia and possibly thyroid issues is undergoing mesotherapy, which was only applied to the top of her head. She is considering minoxidil and is concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment, as her hair loss is not related to hormonal factors.

      community fin 0.5 mg everday 6 months update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hair thinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.

      community Second shed, non-stop flaking, itching

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing a second hair shedding phase and increased flaking and itching while using minoxidil 5% nightly and microneedling every two weeks, with needle length increasing over time. Other users suggest the hair loss may continue without the use of finasteride.

      community 5 months on Fin & Min, Biotin too.

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      User has been using 1.25 mg finasteride and 2.5 mg minoxidil daily for 5 months, along with 5000 mcg biotin for 1.5 months. They noticed peach fuzz growth around month 4 and are seeking confirmation if this indicates hair regrowth.

      community Noticed a form of hairloss at 15 (for a few months now)

      in General  52 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 15-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is considering treatment options. They are aware they cannot use DHT blockers like finasteride due to their age and are exploring other causes like Telogen Effluvium.

      community Tressless When They See Verteporfin Results

      in Transplants  181 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of Verteporfin, an FDA-approved drug, for hair loss treatment, particularly in combination with microneedling or PRP. Users express hope and curiosity about its application, while some remain cautious due to the need for more extensive testing.

      community Finasteride + topical melatonin + rosemary oil for regrowth

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 4 months with positive results, including thicker and darker hair. They are seeking advice on maximizing hair growth without minoxidil, using a routine that includes finasteride, rosemary oil, argan oil, topical melatonin, specialized shampoos, and vitamins.

      community Welp - pp405 conference showed nothing

      in Update  80 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      PP405 shows potential for hair growth by increasing terminal hair and converting vellus hairs, but results are modest and more waiting is needed. It complements existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but won't replace them.
      18M: Thinning and Hair Loss at Temples - Advice Needed

      community 18M: Thinning and Hair Loss at Temples - Advice Needed

      in General  51 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and loss at the temples, likely due to androgenetic alopecia. Suggested treatments include finasteride and minoxidil to slow hair loss and promote regrowth, with buzzing hair short as a styling option.

      community Tropoelastin injections + verteporfin?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The use of tropoelastin injections and verteporfin for hair transplant recipients to help regrow donor area hairs, as well as research done on tropoelastin injections restoring elastin in scarred heart tissue and skin. There are discussions about why it is taking so long to get cosmetic mass produced tropoelastin injectables on the market.

      community 18M , on minox 5% for 1.5 months, is this regrowth??

      in Is this regrowth?  8 upvotes 4 months ago
      An 18-year-old is using topical minoxidil 5% and derma rolling weekly for hair regrowth after shaving their head, while also addressing vitamin D deficiency and thyroid imbalance. They are questioning if the changes observed are signs of regrowth.

      community Just topical min and fin, 6 months.

      in Is this regrowth?  222 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about using a topical spray containing minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair regrowth over six months, with positive results and minimal side effects. The user also mentions using biotin and alpecin, and discusses the benefits of topical application over oral forms.

      community Topical solution recommendation

      in Product  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is using finasteride 1mg every other day and seeks a topical solution to complement it, excluding minoxidil. They are considering various combinations of ingredients like finasteride, dutasteride, and tofacitinib, with options for nourishing oils and other additives.

      community Using a 3 in 1 spray, Fin, Min, tretinoin

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user is starting a hair loss treatment with a 3-in-1 spray containing finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. They are concerned about whether to continue shaving their head and how to determine if hair follicles are dead.

      community 2.5 years Minoxidil and HRT, CPA->Lupron +Minox 5%

      in Transgender  611 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 2.5 years of using Minoxidil 5% and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with Lupron, despite initial scalp irritation. Finasteride was ineffective for them.

      community Having androgen receptor density and sensitivity at wrong f*ing place

      in Satire  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.