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      community the "its so over / we're so back" pendulum

      in Chat  180 upvotes 1 year ago
      People with hair loss experience emotional struggles and body dysmorphia. Treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are used, but results vary and can take time.

      community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months

      in Update  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.

      community Malabsorption: Nutrient Testing and Supplementation

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss due to gut malabsorption and is seeking advice on nutrient testing and supplementation. They have low Vitamin D and Ferritin levels and are asking for recommendations on additional nutrients and blood tests to consider.

      community Olumiant alternative for Alopecia Areata?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user with alopecia areata is considering treatment options like injections or Olumiant but is concerned about cost and whether delaying treatment will lead to permanent hair loss. They are seeking alternative treatments that are more affordable for a college student.

      community Bimatoprost vs Latanoprost for scalp hair growth

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Bimatoprost and latanoprost are being considered for scalp hair growth, with concerns about side effects like skin darkening and fat loss. A user warns about potential chemical burns from latanoprost.

      community Minoxidil and fine lines / ageing

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Minoxidil may cause fine lines and dark circles, but effects might be reversible with retinol. Users report mixed experiences, with some noticing skin changes and others not.

      community Progress(?) update 3.5 months on pyrilutamide and minox

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses a user's 3.5-month experience using pyrilutamide and minoxidil for hair loss, with some perceived improvement in the temples but potential recent regression. Another user suggests that maintaining the current hairline, even without improvement, is positive.

      community HT booked, taking finasteride and losing ground?

      in I'm Starting Treatment  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss despite taking finasteride and has a hair transplant scheduled. They experience scalp itching and burning, which hasn't been relieved by various treatments, and another user suggests using ghk-cu & ahk-cu serum and Koshine kx-826/pyrilutamide for relief.

      community March 21st vs July 9th! Topical fin, minox, latanoprost, and biotin

      in Progress Pictures  119 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user "cooler1082" shared their progress pictures for hair loss after using topical finasteride, minoxidil, latanoprost, and biotin. Other users commented on the positive results and asked about the specific dosages used. One user mentioned that latanoprost is an eye medication that has shown some potential for treating hair loss.

      community Track hairline of Pelage executives

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 5 months ago
      Pelage executives' hairlines were discussed, with speculation about them using PP405 for hair regrowth. Concerns were raised about using untested drugs, with some suggesting executives might not risk using them without safety data.

      community Latanoprost shed - anyone have experience?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user started using topical latanoprost and dutasteride, experiencing significant hair shedding and scalp itchiness, possibly due to an allergic reaction. They are considering stopping the treatment if the shedding is linked to an allergy.

      community concerns about starting minoxidil

      in Female  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.

      community Which Ingredient is causing Burning Red Scalp?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about identifying the cause of a burning red scalp from a topical hair loss formula. Retinoic acid and ethyl alcohol are suspected irritants, with retinoic acid being considered for removal.

      community Can anyone else relate? M23. Pictures taken on the same day.

      in Styling  413 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair looks thinner in sunlight, and users discuss using hair fibers, minoxidil, finasteride, and considering dutasteride for hair loss. Hair fibers like Toppik help conceal thinning, and some users suggest additional treatments like derma stamping and micro-needling.

      community Improvement or Delusional? 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.

      community Scarring Alopecia and NSAIDs?

      in Female  3 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user suspects scarring alopecia and is exploring NSAIDs and turmeric/pepper for inflammation-related hair loss, having experienced burning and thinning with finasteride and testosterone reduction. They are seeking feedback while unable to afford a dermatologist.

      community venting about lack of visible results from the treatment

      in Chat  20 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is frustrated with the lack of visible hair regrowth after 7-8 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, despite initial vellus hair growth. Others suggest patience, switching to oral minoxidil, or using additional treatments like dermastamping, microneedling, and red light therapy.

      community Olumiant active ingredient Baricitinib

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about someone inquiring if anyone has tried Olumiant or its active ingredient, Baricitinib, for hair loss, mentioning the cost and that they have ordered Baricitinib.

      community Topical Melatonin for mild aga

      in Chat  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about an 18-year-old male considering topical finasteride for hair loss and asking about the effectiveness of topical melatonin for hair regrowth and density. No specific treatments were confirmed to be used.

      community Potential way to differentiate good and bad sheds?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      User discusses hair loss treatments, including fluridil, minoxidil, tretinoin, melatonin, stemoxydine, ketoconazole, and piroctone olamine. They suggest that shedding healthy terminal hairs may be bad, while shedding weaker hairs could indicate a beneficial treatment effect.

      community [SAD UPDATE] 11 Months Topical Finasteride on TrichoSol - Hair got worse - Need Opinions

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user expressed disappointment that their hair loss worsened after 11 months using topical finasteride with TrichoSol, despite no side effects and initial signs of improvement. They asked for advice and opinions on their treatment and alternatives, with suggestions including switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride, starting minoxidil, and addressing their seborrheic dermatitis with different shampoos or medical advice.

      community Why isn’t scalp micropigmentation (SMP) more popular?

      in SMP  43 upvotes 9 months ago
      Scalp micropigmentation (SMP) is a debated hair loss solution, with some praising its natural look and low maintenance, while others criticize it for looking unnatural and being a temporary fix. Many prefer traditional hair restoration methods like hair transplants or medications such as finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Finasteride gives me seb derm. Thoughts on zinc or other options?

      in Chat  14 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.