community dunno if it's growing anything but it's making my scalp red
Hair loss and potential treatments, primarily focusing on Finasteride and Minoxidil. Other solutions discussed include PRP, dermarolling, LLP, and scalp tension relief.
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30-60 / 1000+ resultscommunity I can’t believe it’s actually coming back
A user experienced positive hair regrowth after 9 months using Dutasteride (0.5mg daily) and oral Minoxidil (2.5mg daily) without side effects and plans a hair transplant. They noted the cost-effectiveness of oral Minoxidil and discussed hair loss treatments, including Finasteride.
community Why is 1 mg the go to prescription of finasteride when it’s only 2 procent points more effective than 0.2 mg?
1 mg of finasteride is commonly prescribed because it is more effective for a larger number of people compared to lower doses, despite only slightly reducing serum DHT more than 0.2 mg. Serum DHT and scalp DHT are different, and 1 mg is believed to reduce scalp DHT more effectively, contributing to better hair growth results.
community I bought a Dermastamp instead of a roller and it's weird to hear it crunch into my scalp
A user describes using a Dermastamp for microneedling their scalp, noting a crunching sound when pressing it firmly. Another user suggests the crunching might be from breaking up scalp calcification.
community The number of hairs lost when i washed my hair during first minoxidil shed (and the ratio of mature vs miniaturized hair)
The user is experiencing a minoxidil shed after six months of use, noting a significant number of miniaturized hairs compared to mature ones, and has been on finasteride 0.5mg daily for two years with positive results. The user meticulously counts and categorizes shed hairs, sparking reactions ranging from amusement to concern over the level of obsession.
community RU58841 5% is roughly equivalent to Dutasteride 2mg — here's why
RU58841 5% is theoretically equivalent to 2mg of dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with RU58841 offering higher potential but more variability due to absorption issues. Users discuss the effectiveness of RU58841 and dutasteride, with some preferring dutasteride for consistent results and others finding success with RU58841.
community People who don’t experience MPB just have no idea what it’s like.
Hair loss affects self-esteem and mental health, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil commonly used. People feel misunderstood by those without hair loss and seek more empathy and better treatment options.
community PSA: You guys are paying way too much for your Finasteride and Minoxidil. Here's the cheapest I've found.
Finasteride and minoxidil can be obtained cheaply through Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs and Costco's Kirkland brand, respectively, costing about $7.53/month combined. Amazon's RXPass and virtual visits at Dr. B. offer additional savings.
community We are manipulating our hormones, surely it's prudent to track bloodwork ?
The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.
community In my opinion baldness is more prevalent now and it's being ignored..
The conversation is about the prevalence of baldness among young men and the potential factors contributing to it. Specific treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride.
community Most Recent Interesting Hairloss Studies: 10% Minox vs 5% Minox / Radio Rrequency Treatment for AA / Topical Ketoconazole / PRP+Minox vs Minox vs PRP / Alopecia as a systemic disease
Treatments for hair loss, such as topical minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma therapy with or without minoxidil, ketoconazole, non-abative radio frequency, natural products, finasteride and cortexolone 17 alpha propionate. The post evaluates the efficacy and safety of these treatments in various studies.
community PP405 2a study was a safety study. Some rational explaining.
The conversation discusses the safety study of PP405, emphasizing that early trials focus on safety rather than efficacy, and that any efficacy data from such a short study should be viewed skeptically. It also highlights that the information released is primarily for securing funding, and that meaningful efficacy results are expected in later phases.
community Just had my FUE hair transplant at Dr Cinik's clinic in Istanbul (30/06/20) - feel free to ask me anything
A user shared their experience with an FUE hair transplant at Dr. Cinik's clinic in Istanbul, detailing the procedure and recovery. They used Minoxidil and finasteride before the transplant and continued finasteride post-op, stopping Minoxidil as advised.
community The Cure isn't 5 years away; it's already here.
PP405 is a new topical treatment for hair loss, showing promise in trials but still requires finasteride for maintenance. There is skepticism about its effectiveness and safety, with concerns about needing finasteride to maintain results.
community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on
A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.
community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain
The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.
community hmi115 is coming. Prepare yourselves for what's coming
The conversation discusses HMI-115, a potential cure for hair loss. Users share mixed opinions, with some expressing skepticism and others sharing anecdotal evidence of its effectiveness, including photos of significant hair regrowth from a trial participant.
community If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next?
Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.
community Hair cloning, is it true? what’s the name of the clinic?
Hair cloning is still experimental and not yet available. Successful cloning is estimated to be available around 2035.
community Dermatologist said that Minox ONLY is the way to go and that's the international medical concensus
A dermatologist advised using only minoxidil for hair loss, citing it as a lifelong therapy and dismissing finasteride due to potential side effects. Several users disagreed, recommending a combination of minoxidil and finasteride for better results.
community How is it that golden era bodybuilders kept their hair while blasting gear while in the modern era most are bald? I’m convinced there’s something in our food and water causing MPB to speed up
The conversation is about the difference in hair loss between bodybuilders in the "Golden Era" and modern bodybuilders. Some users speculate that factors such as the types and doses of steroids used, genetics, diet, microplastics, and overall health may contribute to hair loss. Hair loss prevention medication and transplants are mentioned as potential treatments.
community I find it funny a bunch of us on here are on drugs for hairloss and maintain clean/healthy lives and then there’s these mf’s in the 90’s juiced to the gills with steroids and have better hair than all of us lol
The conversation is about the effects of steroids on hair loss. Some users believe that steroids can cause hair loss, while others argue that it depends on individual sensitivity to DHT. There is also discussion about the appearance of balding individuals who use steroids.
community About to add topical melatonin to my 5% minoxidil solution. What's would be the right concentration?
The user added melatonin to their 5% minoxidil solution for hair growth, using a concentration of 0.0033%, which equates to roughly 2mg for a 60ml bottle. They later reported no significant difference and planned to continue the treatment for a few more months before potentially stopping to observe any changes in shedding.
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.
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 My experience balding, taking Finasteride for 2 years, and what's next.
Finasteride initially stopped hair loss and improved hair quality but caused weight gain and mild ED. After two years, hair loss resumed despite continued use, leading to consideration of going bald.
community My balding/recovery rollercoaster story so far. I've regrown and lost my hair like 8 times in the last few years. Developed gyno but luckily it's reversible for me. M27
A 27-year-old man experienced hair regrowth and gynecomastia from finasteride, leading to a cycle of stopping and restarting the treatment. He is considering gyno surgery and consulting an endocrinologist as potential solutions.
community 4 years; fin 1mg/day @ 4 years; minox twice daily @ 3 years; estradiol 5mg/day @ 3 months; spiro 100 mg /day @ 3 months (Wet hair because it's easy to hide issues with dry hair)
The user shared their 4-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, estradiol, and spironolactone. They noted significant regrowth by the second year and additional benefits from estradiol and spironolactone.
community Recently went bald and will stop taking finasteride. Will stop taking it impact density in my beard and eyebrows? Also here’s after and before picture
The user recently went bald and plans to stop taking finasteride, questioning its impact on beard and eyebrow density. Responses suggest he looks good both bald and with thinning hair, with some recommending minoxidil for the crown and noting finasteride's effect on beard thickness.
community Creatine is the opposite of minoxidil !
Creatine may counteract minoxidil's hair growth effects by closing potassium ATP channels, potentially leading to hair loss in predisposed individuals. Despite anecdotal reports, there is no conclusive evidence linking creatine to hair loss.
community M32, almost 3 moths, fin oral 1,25g/daily + min 2xday + keto 2% shapoo 1/week microneedling once a week
A 32-year-old man has been treating his hair loss with daily oral finasteride (1.25g), twice-daily topical minoxidil, weekly ketoconazole 2% shampoo, and weekly microneedling for almost three months, with no side effects from finasteride. He started with a Hamilton Norwood scale rating of 5 and has seen improvement without experiencing pain by using a 0.8mm needle length for microneedling.