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      community Hormones and hair loss (23F)

       5 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss, possibly due to telogen effluvium, after stress, poor nutrition, and hormonal changes. They are using Nizoral and supplements but are considering hormonal treatments like spironolactone despite previous side effects.

      community 32 M 1 year anniversary on Fin

      in Progress Pictures  154 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 32-year-old man has been using topical minoxidil for 11 years and oral finasteride for 1 year, along with a dermaroller, and is happy with his hair regrowth progress without experiencing side effects. Commenters are impressed and some are considering starting finasteride after seeing his results.

      community 23M Seeking Advice on Finasteride/Dutasteride Concerns

      in Basic Questions  115 upvotes 2 days ago
      A 23-year-old is seeking advice on starting Finasteride for hair loss, questioning its effectiveness, side effects, and long-term safety, including concerns about dosage, alternatives, and potential impacts on fertility and beard growth. They also inquire about the effectiveness of combining topical and oral treatments and the necessity of Finasteride for maintaining hair transplant results.

      community 1 year 5-ar. Blood test results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced sexual side effects after starting finasteride and later switched to dutasteride, noticing hormonal changes. They are considering using P5P and possibly aromatase inhibitors to manage high prolactin and estradiol levels.

      community 4 months of restarting treatment. M36

      in Progress Pictures  58 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 36-year-old man restarted hair loss treatment after a break, using topical Minoxidil 5% twice daily, topical Finasteride 0.01% daily, and Ketoconazole 2% three times a week, along with supplements like Vitamin B12, D3, C, Biotin, Omega-3, zinc, and copper. He avoids oral Finasteride due to side effects and plans to evaluate progress after a year.

      community 30 Female, a month into 5% Minoxidil - is this normal?

      in Female  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman experiencing rapid hair loss is using 5% Minoxidil, Saw Palmetto, vitamins, and Nizoral, but is advised to see a dermatologist as her symptoms may indicate a condition other than androgenetic alopecia, such as alopecia areata or a thyroid issue. Many suggest a biopsy and blood tests to determine the underlying cause.

      community Dutasteride at 21 years old. Is it safe?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old individual questioning the safety and potential side effects of using Dutasteride for hair loss, after Finasteride and RU58841 had limited effect. The responses vary, with some users suggesting it's safe and others advising to check hormone levels before proceeding.

      community PP405 Phase 2a press release with early results

      in Research/Science  700 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise in hair regrowth, with 31% of participants experiencing over 20% increase in hair density after 8 weeks. Phase 3 trials are expected in 2026, with potential market availability by 2029-2031.

      community Severe diffuse thinning since 13 years old

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 15-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning plans to use minoxidil, dermarolling, and possibly ketoconazole, with hopes to later incorporate finasteride. Concerns about starting finasteride too young and the need for a dermatologist consultation are discussed.

      community 2 years of recovering & growing my hair

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 2-year hair recovery journey using minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, iron, zinc, selenium, cyproterone, and estrogen. They started losing hair at 15 and are now 24.

      community 16 month update post hair transplant and meds

      in Transplants  42 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is generally happy with their hair transplant results but has concerns about graft density and placement, particularly on the left temple and hairline. They are using finasteride and minoxidil inconsistently, plan to add Priorin, and are considering microneedling and PRP sessions for future care.

      community Stopping fin after 1.8 Years??!!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is considering stopping finasteride after 1.8 years due to concerns about side effects and is exploring alternatives like minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are also considering microneedling and are advised to wait for new treatments like breezula/clascoterone.

      community Topical spironolactone — how much do you apply?

      in Female  3 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user with androgenetic alopecia is using 8 ml of 1.4% topical spironolactone solution daily but is unsure if this amount is excessive, as 2 ml is more typical. They seek advice on the appropriate amount to apply.

      community Allergan recruiting for Setipiprant trial in the US

       13 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation discusses a clinical trial for Setipiprant in the US, starting June 29th, with eligibility excluding recent users of minoxidil or finasteride. It encourages informed decision-making before signing up.

      community Does anyone take bicalutamide for fphl? If so which dose

      in Female  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about a female seeking advice on using bicalutamide for female pattern hair loss (FPHL) and considering switching from pumpkin seed oil pills to a stronger treatment. She is looking for dosage information to discuss with her dermatologist.

      community Microneedling questions (18yo) on RU

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      An 18-year-old is seeking advice on microneedling while using RU58841 for hair loss. Recommendations include using a derma pen with 0.5mm needles every two weeks and avoiding RU application for 24 hours post-microneedling to prevent absorption into the bloodstream.

      community is this a hair transplant (57 yo)

      in Hair Systems  604 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 57-year-old man uses a hair system, not a hair transplant, and likely had cosmetic procedures. Discussions include the effectiveness of hair systems and finasteride side effects.

      community 19 year old male and Finasteride

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 19-year-old male with hair loss and gynecomastia is considering starting finasteride after trying various treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo and consulting dermatologists. He has chronic telogen effluvium and seborrheic dermatitis, with normal testosterone and thyroid levels but low platelet count.

      community M22, Finasteride 3 Months in, seeking advice!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 22-year-old male with a family history of baldness has been using finasteride for 3 months and previously used minoxidil. He is concerned about hair loss progression and seeks advice on whether to restart minoxidil and improve his lifestyle, while being advised to be patient with the treatment.

      community A little inspiration for my 18 year old balders. Left is 18 year old me right one is 24 year old me. Only propecia 1 mg daily never miss it.

      in Progress Pictures  172 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the positive effects of taking finasteride (Propecia) for hair loss, with users sharing experiences of minimal side effects and improved hair growth over several years. The original poster emphasizes the importance of consistent use and mentions using Nizoral shampoo occasionally.

      community Doctors won't let me try bicalutamide or fin

      in Female  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include 200mg Spiro, bicalutamide, and finasteride. Endocrinologist advises against bicalutamide and finasteride due to potency and risks.
      Receding hairline / temples - asking for advice

      community Receding hairline / temples - asking for advice

      in General  114 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has been using RU58841 but is considering pyrilutamide and minoxidil, avoiding finasteride due to side effects. Another user suggests finasteride or dutasteride as essential, possibly in topical form, while dismissing saw palmetto as ineffective.

      community The story of RU58841/PSK3841

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      RU58841, an anti-androgenic compound, showed early promise for treating alopecia but faced challenges after its patent in 1997. Despite advancing to Phase II trials, safety concerns and financial struggles led Aventis to abandon its development. Proskelia, which later merged into ProStrakan, couldn't prioritize the drug, leading to its eventual stagnation and failure to reach the market.