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      community Clascoterone - what we have right now

      in Research/Science  23 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone is a topical treatment for androgenetic alopecia, showing modest to moderate hair regrowth, and may be available by 2027-2028. It is considered safer than finasteride, with discussions on its effectiveness compared to RU58841 and pyrilutamide.

      community TE turned into Scarring hairloss

      in Update  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.

      community Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is discussed as a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia due to its ability to reverse hypoxia and promote angiogenesis. The conversation explores its potential benefits for hair loss, though no studies have been conducted on this application yet.

      community Joining clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula)

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user considering joining a clinical study for Clascoterone (Breezula) after experiencing no results with topical finasteride and minoxidil, and side effects from oral finasteride. The user is seeking advice on clinical study participation and experiences.

      community SOS – The cure for women = PREGNANCY

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      Pregnancy can temporarily reverse hair loss in women, but attempts to mimic pregnancy hormones with treatments like contraceptive pills, spironolactone, estradiol, progesterone, finasteride, and minoxidil have been ineffective. The discussion highlights the need for research into the hormonal mechanisms of pregnancy that affect hair regrowth.

      community 30 M diffuse shining/bolding crown - stack

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old with diffuse thinning and a balding crown is using a treatment regimen of a 2-in-1 pill containing finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, along with various supplements. After two weeks, no side effects have been experienced, and updates with pictures will be posted monthly.

      community what is the problem with straight low hairline? Hair transplant question

      in Transplants  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is concerned about having a straight, low hairline after a hair transplant and is unable to take finasteride due to high estrogen and prolactin levels. They have used minoxidil with limited success and are considering further transplants to lower the hairline, while others suggest the risks of using up donor hair too quickly.

      community Clascoterone - Why are there so few posts if it’s already on the market?

      in Chat  34 upvotes 3 months ago
      Clascoterone is being discussed for hair loss, but its current acne formulation may not be suitable for scalp use due to potential skin irritation and lower dosage compared to Breezula. Users mention other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and pyrilutamide, with some expressing skepticism about clascoterone's effectiveness for hair loss.

      community Let's talk about Tsuji and Shiseido

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on Tsuji's hair cloning and Shiseido's RCH-01, with skepticism about their effectiveness on humans. It compares these to PRP, noting PRP's higher efficacy in studies.

      community Further prolactin research....

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      HMI 115 did not work as expected for hair regrowth in humans, unlike in macaque monkeys. There is anticipation for further research on prolactin's role in hair loss, with expectations that pharmaceutical companies will likely solve this before universities.

      community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

      in Female  56 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

      community Updates on setipiprant, bimatoprost?

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      Setipiprant and bimatoprost are being discussed as potential future treatments for hair loss. Some individuals have started testing setipiprant before FDA approval, but no progress updates are available yet.

      community 9 Month Hair Transplant Review (Asli Tarcan) (Part 3 Of 5)

      in Transplants  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is dissatisfied with their hair transplant results from Asli Tarcan, citing poor donor area management and insufficient graft density. They advise against opting for cheaper procedures and express hope for future hair cloning solutions.

      community Intermittent fasting reduces hair growth?!? :(

      in Research/Science  34 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 My scalp punch biopsy results🤔?

      in Female  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      Female using Rogaine foam for hair loss had scalp punch biopsy, diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). Doctor recommended starting Spironolactone 50mg.

      community Found a slide summary for PP405

      in Research/Science  37 upvotes 1 month ago
      PP405 shows promise in stimulating new terminal hair growth by activating dormant follicles, with no systemic adverse effects observed in a short-term trial. However, long-term efficacy remains unproven, and further trials are needed to confirm its potential as a hair loss treatment.

      community Fun thought experiment about halting hair loss permamently

      in Research/Science  60 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user proposed genetically engineering scalp stem cells to stop androgen receptors from causing hair loss. Others discussed the feasibility, existing research, and potential issues with this approach, including targeting the correct cells and unintended effects.

      community Clascoterone for hair loss. Promising study.

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 5 months ago
      A new topical medication, Clascoterone, shows promise for hair loss, improving hair count significantly. Trials for Breezula are ending, but sign-ups for PP405 trials are available for 2026.

      community How much do we know about PTD-DBM?

      in Question  7 upvotes 7 years ago
      PTD-DBM is a Korean-developed treatment for hair loss, with limited information available and some users testing it personally. A user purchased PTD-DBM for $115 and plans to test it on their temples, but its effectiveness and authenticity remain uncertain.

      community Am I crazy or is this recovery?

      in Is this regrowth?  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing sudden hair loss and is considering micro-needling, low-level light therapy, iron supplements, folihair, and Omega 3. They are hesitant to start finasteride, suspecting the hair loss might be due to telogen effluvium from a past COVID-19 infection.