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      community Losing the gains and frontline of battle

      in Progress Pictures  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of dutasteride, finasteride, and other methods like PRP, laser, and mesotherapy. Despite these treatments, the user is experiencing hair loss, and others suggest consulting a dermatologist, considering alternative treatments, and addressing potential scalp inflammation.

      community The end of minoxidil and fin/dut regime

      in Research/Science  106 upvotes 1 month ago
      New hair loss treatments like GT20029 and PP405 could potentially replace minoxidil and finasteride, offering better results with fewer side effects. However, current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are still effective for many, despite concerns about side effects.
      17m Seeking Second Opinion on Hair Thinning and Receding Temples

      community 17m Seeking Second Opinion on Hair Thinning and Receding Temples

      in General  78 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 17-year-old is frustrated with hair thinning and receding temples, seeking advice after a dermatologist dismissed concerns. Suggestions include starting Minoxidil for regrowth and considering Finasteride if androgenetic alopecia is suspected.

      community Stem Cells May Get Rid Of Balding FOREVER!

      in Technology  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stem cell therapy shows promise in treating hair loss by mimicking DHT-resistant cells from the back of the head. Traditional treatments like finasteride are also discussed, but stem cells could potentially offer a more permanent solution.

      community Pp405 phase 2a clinical results

      in Research/Science  40 upvotes 9 months ago
      PP405 shows initial promise for treating androgenetic alopecia, with safety confirmed in early trials, but skepticism remains due to limited data. Further trials are needed to determine its true efficacy and potential market impact.

      community Let's talk about Tsuji and Shiseido

       4 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 Just a friendly reminder for all! PSA

      in Chat  146 upvotes 1 year ago
      Avoid burning or scarring the scalp for hair growth; instead, use treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or consider a hair transplant. Microneedling should be done carefully, and extreme methods can cause harm.

      community Solo use of Pyrilutamide: UPDATE

      in Update  45 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who has been using Pyrilutamide for 19 days, experiencing some hair thickening in the right temple and crown area but also having ball ache after microneedling; other users offer advice, caution and skepticism as to whether results can be seen in such a short time.

      community Where is GT20029 already? Grrrr

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about frustration over the delay in phase 2 results for a hair loss treatment called GT20029. One user suspects the treatment may have failed.

      community Help interpreting pre-fin bloodwork

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 20-year-old male is unsure how to interpret his bloodwork results and whether he should take finasteride for hair loss. His bloodwork shows borderline high levels of albumin and testosterone, and high progesterone, but normal levels of other hormones.

      community The Upcoming Big 3 in Future..

      in Research/Science  15 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed: GT 20029, Pyrilutamide, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride. Some believe Dutasteride will replace Finasteride.

      community Sugar and Hair loss connections

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 11 months ago
      High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.

      community AA and Hirsutism but T levels are normal

      in Female  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.

      community Gray market sources to get gt20029 or pp405?

      in Product  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about sourcing gray market compounds, gt20029 and pp405, for hair loss treatment. The user is interested in these compounds despite their unproven status and potential risks.

      community High Estrogen causing hair loss?

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.

      community Does anyone think their hair loss is thyroid related?

      in Chat  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss may be linked to thyroid issues, with some individuals noticing changes in hair texture when taking substances affecting the thyroid. Treatments mentioned include a topical mix of finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, along with microneedling.

      community Great news recently for people with hairloss!

      in Research/Science  113 upvotes 1 year ago
      A potential treatment for alopecia involving a protein that calms hair follicles has shown promise in rats, but skepticism remains about its applicability to humans. Many users express doubt about the timeline for effective hair loss treatments, comparing it to past unfulfilled promises.

      community PSA: Greasy, product laden hair makes the scalp 10x more visible

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Greasy or product-laden hair can make the scalp appear more visible, leading some to mistakenly think they are balding. Proper hair washing and avoiding heavy products can help assess true hair thickness, and treatments like finasteride are used by some for actual hair loss.

      community (Serious) Updates and discussion, new treatments in development

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling are currently the best treatments for hair loss. New treatments like TDM-105795, GT20029, PP405, HMI 115, Tsuji, Scube 3, RU, JW0061, Topilutamide, and verteporfin show promise but have uncertain timelines.

      community Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)

      in Research/Science  7 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 discouraged about pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      Discouragement regarding Pyrilutamide, a drug in development for hair loss, and the potential side effects of Finasteride. People discussed anecdotal experiences with Pyrilutamide as well as suggestions to wait out Phase 3 trials before making any conclusions.

      community Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.