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community Guys if you can’t take 5AR inhibitors still get on treatment ASAP

in Treatment 44 upvotes 5 months ago

Minoxidil, alfatradiol, nizoral, and pyrilutamide can maintain hair for those who can't tolerate finasteride. Consistent use of these treatments can help prevent further hair loss.

community 16 and diffuse thinning, screw this

in Minoxidil 14 upvotes 7 months ago

A 16-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning is considering using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride at 18, while others suggest alternatives like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. Users advise consulting a doctor before starting treatments and emphasize the importance of understanding the cause of hair loss.

community What hair loss pattern is this?

in General 157 upvotes 6 months ago

The user noticed small circular hairless spots after a buzz cut and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They are experiencing continuous shedding and thinning, and it is suggested they consult a dermatologist for a scalp examination and possible biopsy to determine if it's alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia.

community Diffuse thinning chronicles pt. 2

in Progress Pictures 16 upvotes 2 years ago

A 27-year-old Asian male is treating hair loss with 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and 1.5mm microneedling weekly. The discussion is about his progress with these treatments.

community Shaved at 21, time for me to move on after very little improvement from meds.

in Shaved/buzzed 54 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has been experiencing hair loss since the age of 16 and has tried various treatments including minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, microneedling, and keto 2%. Despite these efforts, there has been little improvement in hair growth. The user is considering other options such as dutasteride, perilutimide, or a hair transplant in the future, but for now, they are accepting the shaved look and focusing on personal growth and school.

community [25M] Advanced Hair Loss - Oral Minoxidil + Topical Finastride

in Is this regrowth? 15 upvotes 11 months ago

A 25-year-old male is experiencing advanced hair loss and is using topical and oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and vitamin D3, but has not seen significant regrowth. He is considering switching treatments, including oral dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and possibly a scalp biopsy to better understand his condition.

community Reminder to stop lurking and start to address your hair loss, from a teenager 17M

in Chat 17 upvotes 3 years ago

Teenager with hair loss shares experience and encourages others to address their hair loss early. They use a stack of topical finasteride/minoxidil, derma stamp, and ketoconazole shampoo for treatment.

community Chromosome 20’s balding effects and why fin likely isn’t working for some.

in Treatment 96 upvotes 9 months ago

Finasteride is effective for DHT/AR-driven hair loss but not for chromosome 20-driven cases, where treatments like minoxidil, prostaglandin analogs, and low-level laser therapy may be more beneficial. Genetic testing can help determine the underlying cause of hair loss to tailor treatment effectively.

community 21M with a nasty case of MPB; Heres what's on my radar for the future.

in Research/Science 16 upvotes 3 years ago

Hopeful treatments for hair loss, including Verteporfin, Androgen Receptor Degradation, and SCUBE3. These treatments offer potential solutions to slow or stop the effects of androgens on the scalp.

community An Uncontrolled Case Series Using a Botanically Derived, β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Two Androgenetic Alopecia-Affected Male Subjects

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses a botanically derived treatment for androgenetic alopecia using ingredients like saw palmetto, green tea, and evening primrose, showing impressive results over 270 days. Concerns include the study's uncontrolled nature and potential product motivation, with suggestions to enhance absorption through derma rolling.

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