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      community Should I try to get anything back?

       8 upvotes 11 years ago
      A young woman, 23, is experiencing all-over hair thinning and has been using Minoxidil 5% foam, iron supplements, and vitamin D with no improvement. She feels depressed and is seeking support and advice on what to try next.

      community 2 months in of Minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1%

      in Progress Pictures  1122 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old is using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% topically for hair growth, with noticeable improvement in two months, especially on the hairline. They also use a derma-stamp every 15 days and report minimal side effects.

      community 2nd shed Update: Lost everything and still losing like crazy.

      in Update  176 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after initially successful treatment with minoxidil and finasteride, leading to a second shedding phase. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil for convenience and are advised to continue treatment despite the shedding, as regrowth is expected.

      community Diagnosed with MPB at 16 (Male)

      in Treatment  54 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 16-year-old diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) was prescribed hair vitamins, vitamin D, a non-ketoconazole shampoo, and redenysl + serum, with a suggestion for GFC or IHRF treatments. Some users recommended minoxidil, ketoconazole, and derma stamping, while others advised against certain treatments until the age of 18.

      community Do you recommend oral minoxidil after your full experience?

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      LemonyBonobo started oral minoxidil a week ago, experiencing significant shedding, and is concerned about potentially worsening their hair condition. They also use dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermarolling. Elyktronix, who has been on oral minoxidil for 15 months, recommends it, noting that shedding can be a positive response and that results take time.

      community Sharing my (relatively short) Success Story

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user named "paulsac11" shares their success story of treating hair loss. They started with topical minoxidil, then switched to oral minoxidil and dutasteride. They also used a shampoo and conditioner from Keeps. After eight months of treatment, they have seen significant improvement in their hairline.

      community We already know how to permanently fix hair loss. The science is done. The only thing missing is the funding to run one experiment.

      in Technology  613 upvotes 1 month ago
      A permanent hair loss solution could involve reprogramming hair follicles to resist DHT using mRNA and siRNA. However, high costs, safety concerns, and the pharmaceutical industry's preference for ongoing treatments over one-time cures are major obstacles, with finasteride and minoxidil remaining standard treatments.

      community Is DHT actually the cause of male pattern hair loss or just a correlating factor? Why I think the research is more complicated than we're told and why I've been looking into GHK-Cu

      in Research/Science  78 upvotes 1 month ago
      DHT is not the only cause of male pattern hair loss; genetic sensitivity, inflammation, and fibrosis also contribute. GHK-Cu, a copper peptide, is being explored as an alternative treatment to finasteride and minoxidil, showing potential in improving follicle health.

      community My 7600 Grafts Hair transplant Final results update

      in Progress Pictures  335 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their experience with a 7600 graft hair transplant using scalp, beard, and chest hair over three procedures, expressing satisfaction with the results despite mixed feedback. They also used finasteride to thicken hair and considered scalp micropigmentation for further improvement.

      community PP405 mechanism question - looking for discussion

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      PP405 may promote short-term hair growth by pushing follicles into the growth phase, but concerns exist about long-term effects due to lack of rest phases. Users discuss various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, alfatradiol, and investigational drugs like KX-826 and GT20029 for hair maintenance and regrowth.

      community My hair transplant journey in Turkey

      in Transplants  336 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant in Turkey using the DHI and Sapphire FUE techniques, without taking finasteride or minoxidil post-surgery. They emphasized that transplanted hairs from the donor area are resistant to hair loss, but acknowledged that native hairs might still thin without medication.

      community I just got one of these. Let's see how it goes...

      in Technology  263 upvotes 3 months ago
      Red light therapy for hair loss is controversial, with mixed results reported. Its effectiveness may depend on device quality and proper wavelength, and it is often used with minoxidil and finasteride.

      community 1 year on Minoxidil and Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  169 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using oral Minoxidil and finasteride for a year, experiencing stronger and healthier hair with hope for further improvement. Many suggest a haircut to enhance appearance, while others encourage continuing the current regimen and possibly adding micro-needling.

      community Insane hairline regrowth with natural supps and minox

      in Update  103 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 23-year-old achieved significant hairline regrowth using minoxidil, saw palmetto, collagen peptides, biotin, omega-3, iron, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp care techniques, without finasteride or dutasteride. The user attributes success to this combination but is unsure which element is most effective.

      community 1000's of new tiny white hairs

      in Is this regrowth?  270 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user observed new tiny white hairs after 12 days of using minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and biotin, hoping they will become terminal hairs. Others advise that while some hairs may not fully grow, consistent treatment, patience, and scalp massages could enhance results.

      community Someone please explain the Dut horror stories

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 7 months ago
      Dutasteride is often blamed for worsening hair loss, but initial shedding may lead to improvement, requiring patience. Some users find success with dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, while others experience side effects or no improvement.

      community Hair loss research is a money grab

      in Chat  227 upvotes 7 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.

      community Finasteride doubled my testosterone & estrogen

      in Chat  265 upvotes 7 months ago
      Finasteride increased testosterone and estrogen, stopped hair loss, and promoted regrowth. Users discussed side effects like libido changes and considered adding minoxidil and aromatase inhibitors.

      community Dutasteride vs Finasteride and Steroid

      in Progress Pictures  87 upvotes 8 months ago
      Dutasteride is preferred over finasteride for hair loss due to fewer side effects. Combining dutasteride with minoxidil and RU58841 is effective for hair regrowth, even during steroid use.

      community Dht kills hair, but no one says why?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  40 upvotes 9 months ago
      DHT affects hair follicles, contributing to hair loss, but the exact mechanism is unclear. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, though they may have side effects and varying effectiveness.