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      community New angles to attack beyond DHT

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Exploring hair loss treatments beyond DHT, including Minoxidil, pyruvate, Gt20029 targeting androgen receptors, and vasodilators. Other options like Kx826, adenosine signaling, growth factor topicals, and microneedling are also discussed.

      community Vitamin E and K deficiency (F,25)

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 month ago
      Vitamin E and K deficiencies due to exocrine pancreatic insufficiency may affect hair growth. A scalp biopsy is recommended to check for autoimmune-related hair loss.

      community Over 95% of his face is covered in hair.

      in Satire  349 upvotes 1 year ago
      A young man with hypertrichosis has over 95% of his face covered in hair, sparking humorous comments about hair loss treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride. Users joke about transplanting his facial hair and discuss the challenges of his condition compared to typical balding.

      community The Truth About DUPA and Retrograde: My Research Summary

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the importance of scalp biopsies for diagnosing hair loss conditions like DUPA and Retrograde, which may not be just AGA. It emphasizes that treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not work if the condition is autoimmune.

      community 10 months of minoxidil + cheating

      in Transgender  180 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using minoxidil, hormone replacement therapy, and cyproterone acetate during their male-to-female transition. Another user discussed their successful hair transplant after transitioning and using finasteride, highlighting the challenges of hair loss and regrowth during transition.

      community 17 months dut + min + 2800 grafts (5 months)

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress on hair restoration using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and 2800 grafts, noting significant improvement in hair thickness and coverage. They discussed the importance of continuing DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride post-transplant to prevent further hair thinning.

      community Why is there so much negativity around pyrilutamide?

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is discussed as an effective hair loss treatment by some users, despite skepticism due to limited data and underwhelming trial results. Users compare it to finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with some expressing interest in its potential as an adjunct treatment.

      community 8 months post op Dr Christina HDC Cyprus

      in Transplants  261 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 40-year-old shared their positive experience with a second hair transplant at HDC Cyprus, involving 4148 grafts and costing around 9,000 euros. They used oral minoxidil, Dutasteride, biotin, and vitamins to aid recovery and were pleased with the results.

      community progress pics (HRT, fin, min, microneedling) (35, trans non-binary)

      in Transgender  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      A non-binary transfeminine person experienced significant hair regrowth after starting finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy with estradiol. They encourage trans individuals concerned about hair loss to consider estrogen as it has greatly improved their hair condition.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      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 M[16] Thinning Hair Advice (Desperate)

       4 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 16-year-old is experiencing thinning hair at the front and shedding during showers. He is concerned about potential early baldness and is considering seeing a doctor and taking multivitamins.
      16 year old Hairloss, Min for 6 months

      community 16 year old Hairloss, Min for 6 months

      in General  81 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 16-year-old noticed hair thinning on the crown and sides of the head, with minimal temple thinning. After using Minoxidil for 6 months, some areas improved, but the crown worsened, and they seek advice on the irregular hair loss and treatment options.

      community the ordinary retinol & minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Using retinol with minoxidil may not be as effective as tretinoin, but retinaldehyde or adapalene could be alternatives. A micro-roller with minoxidil is suggested for better results.

      community (MTF 35) 20 Months Feminizing HRT

      in Transgender  18 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 35-year-old transgender woman experienced hair regrowth with feminizing HRT, adding dutasteride and bicalutamide, and plans a hair transplant for further improvement. Estrogen also improved skin appearance, and the user advises against cisgender men using feminizing HRT for hair regrowth.