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      community Minoxidil Response Test - worth it?

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical minoxidil for hair loss and the potential benefits of taking a Minoxidil Response Test to determine enzyme activity related to its effectiveness. Some users have considered or tried alternatives like oral minoxidil or tretinoin, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness.

      community ghk-cu is potent 5-ar inhibitor?

      in Product  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      GHK-Cu is a potent inhibitor of the type 1 5-alpha reductase enzyme in hair follicles, which may reduce hair loss without the side effects associated with type 2 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. The user previously experienced side effects with 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and is considering GHK-Cu as an alternative.

      community IGF-1 and Peptides? Miracle molecule waiting to be found

      in Research/Science  10 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments focusing on stimulating IGF-1 at the follicle level using growth-factor cocktails and engineered peptides, such as Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-20, Thymosin-β4, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7. It suggests that device-assisted delivery methods like microneedling may enhance effectiveness.

      community Bloodwork: what to test for?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hair loss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.

      community ABS-201 Trial - What should I know going in

      in Research/Science  28 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about a user preparing to join the ABS-201 clinical trial for hair loss treatment, which involves a prolactin inhibitor. The user plans to update others on their progress if enrolled.

      community Peptide Therapy -> GHK-CU, ZN-Thumulin, PTD-DBM

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the use of peptide therapies for hair loss, specifically GHK-CU, ZN-Thymulin, and PTD-DBM. The user is seeking feedback on the effectiveness of these treatments from those who have tried them.

      community Does anyone know of the actual effectiveness of the DP2 inhibitors?

      in Question  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      Setipiprant and Fevipiprant are questioned for their effectiveness in hair maintenance, with skepticism due to lack of convincing results beyond vellus hair growth. The user is satisfied with Minoxidil and Finasteride but is curious about the potential of DP2 inhibitors.

      community What blood markers to get tested before starting any 5-AR inhibitor?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about which blood markers to test before starting a 5-AR inhibitor for hair loss. The user mentions already testing Total T, Free T, SHBG, Estradiol, Haematocrit, Red blood cell count, and White cell count, and asks if DHT or additional markers are needed.

      community DHT itch and sugar intake ! Anybody seen a link ?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 7 months ago
      Reducing sugar intake may lessen scalp itchiness associated with hair loss, even when using treatments like finasteride. Some users also report similar symptoms while on dutasteride.

      community Does anyone get blood tests while taking Finasteride to ensure thing are working appropriately (e.g. DHT is decreasing and estrogen isn't increasing significantly)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 9 months ago
      People are discussing the use of finasteride for hair loss and the importance of hormonal blood testing to monitor effects like changes in DHT and estradiol levels. Some users also mention using minoxidil and the potential side effects of estradiol, such as gynecomastia, especially at higher doses.

      community RU58841 vehicle penetration (Study for minoxidil)

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user mixes their own RU58841 solution and found that increasing the ethanol content improved absorption and reduced scalp itching. A study on minoxidil showed that penetration increased with higher ethanol concentrations, reaching maximum penetration at 90% ethanol.

      community Lowest Effective RU58841 Dose?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a hair loss treatment, with users considering lower doses like 2.5% to reduce costs. Some users suggest that if already blocking DHT, lower doses might still be effective unless there's high sensitivity to DHT.

      community Should I switch fin dose from 2,5mg to 1,25?

      in General  36 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is considering reducing their finasteride dose from 2.5mg to 1.25mg to make the supply last longer and is concerned about potential changes in results. They have been using the 2.5mg dose for four months.

      community PSA: Get your Vitamin D levels checked!

      in Treatment  115 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.

      community 13 Years on Fin, Losing Effectiveness, Started 0.5 Dut Once a Week, Getting Strange Nipple Sensitivity, Is This Something That Will Go Away? (Blood Test Results After 13 Years Included)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      After 13 years on finasteride, OP is experiencing reduced effectiveness and has started taking 0.5 mg of dutasteride weekly, noticing nipple sensitivity as a side effect. OP plans to increase the dutasteride dosage and retest hormone levels, while others suggest adjusting the dosage or trying different forms of dutasteride.

      community I just made 60x of 5mg minoxidil sugar cubes

      in Minoxidil  1336 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user created oral minoxidil sugar cubes due to lack of prescription access, leading to a humorous discussion about unconventional and potentially unsafe methods of using minoxidil. The conversation highlights the lengths people go to for hair growth.

      community Here's a recommended bloodwork panel before starting Fin.

      in Finasteride  10 upvotes 9 years ago
      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 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 Help interpreting pre-fin bloodwork

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 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 How did you feel about HIMS?

      in General  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is concerned about the quick prescription process for hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride through HIMs, questioning the lack of a thorough evaluation. Another user reassures that such practices are common, emphasizing the effectiveness and low risk of these treatments, and suggests monitoring personal response to the medication.
      One-sided diffuse thinning - what should I do?

      community One-sided diffuse thinning - what should I do?

      in General  101 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing one-sided diffuse thinning and has been using finasteride and liquid minoxidil for 4-5 years with minimal results. They are considering whether to save for a hair transplant or address scalp sensitivity and irritation first.