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      community Is pp405 actually the cure ? Just how exciting is it ?

      in Research/Science  35 upvotes 7 months ago
      PP405 is a promising hair growth stimulant but not a cure for advanced hair loss, as it may only help dormant follicles. Treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Dutasteride are discussed, with emphasis on early intervention for effectiveness.

      community Can we stop fear mongering with finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  285 upvotes 10 months ago
      Finasteride is effective for hair loss but can cause sexual dysfunction and mental health issues in some users, leading to a polarized debate on its risks. Some switch to alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments to avoid side effects.

      community Rate Cbum hair transplant after 1 year

      in Transplants  444 upvotes 1 year ago
      The hair transplant has a straight, unnatural-looking hairline that many find unappealing. The person is not using finasteride or minoxidil, which may affect future hair retention.

      community Taking Finasteride and Creatine.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may help prevent hair loss for those concerned about creatine, despite no proven link between creatine and hair loss. Personal experiences with creatine and hair shedding vary.

      community risks with finasteride and dutasteride

      in Research/Science  140 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride have potential risks, including post-finasteride syndrome, but are commonly used for hair loss. RU58841, minoxidil, and needling are suggested as alternatives, though all treatments carry risks.

      community Unpopular Opinion: hair cloning kind of sucks as a potential future cure.

      in Technology  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair cloning is seen as a distant and potentially less relevant solution for hair loss due to its high cost, invasiveness, and the advancement of other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Many believe that by the time hair cloning becomes viable, other less invasive and more effective treatments will be available.

      community If PP405 goes systemic this would be quite catastrophic

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Concerns about the potential systemic effects and safety of PP405 for hair loss, with discussions on its comparison to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Users express skepticism about untested research chemicals and emphasize the importance of clinical trials to ensure safety and efficacy.

      community Hair loss steps, guide to beginners or anyone experiencing hair loss

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, bicalutamide, oral estradiol, microneedling, and minoxidil. The regimen aims to reduce androgenic alopecia by blocking DHT and androgens, with a caution about potential feminizing effects.

      community I'm sorry I hate it, I cannot enjoy life like this.

      in Chat  175 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male is frustrated about being the only bald person in his social circle. He has tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride without success and is considering hair systems, transplants, or counseling.

      community Tristan Tate stopped using fin i guess???

      in Satire  468 upvotes 1 year ago
      Tristan Tate's hair loss is discussed, with mentions of finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride as treatments. Users speculate on his hair styling, steroid use, and legal troubles.

      community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids

      in Research/Science  230 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.

      community Ketoconazole mesotherapy plausible?

      in Ketoconazole  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses using ketoconazole, an anti-androgen, for hair loss and whether mesotherapy with dermarolling could enhance its absorption into the scalp. The user questions if the typical 2% ketoconazole shampoo dose would be effective when used after dermarolling to target androgen receptors in the scalp.

      community 1 Year Progress (11.5 months topical min 2x daily, 1mg fin daily, 9 months 1.5mm microneedling 2x weekly (-> 1x/weekly 3 months ago), 11 days 1.25mg oral min, nizoral every 3 days)

      in Progress Pictures  394 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared a 1-year progress on hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil twice daily, finasteride daily, microneedling, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral every three days, showing significant improvement. Commenters expressed admiration for the results and hope for their own hair recovery.

      community Just had this wild thought come into my head.

      in Satire  403 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the debate over the existence of Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) and its symptoms, with some users skeptical about PFS and others discussing side effects like erectile dysfunction and gynecomastia from hair loss treatments like finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, viagra, and a joke about using a popsicle stick for erectile support.

      community How uninformed the general public is about hair loss

      in Chat  319 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hair loss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.

      community It’s getting worse. (4 months)

      in Update  203 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users suggesting the use of finasteride daily, considering minoxidil for aggressive hair loss, and discussing the normalcy of shedding during treatment. Some users recommend adding Nizoral shampoo and switching to dutasteride for better results.

      community What should I do, should I be concerned?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user began experiencing hair loss a few years ago at age 22 and is a diffuse thinner with a Norwood scale rating of 2. They have a naturally athletic build and gain muscle easily, with a hairy chest and stomach.

      community Anyone else growing tired of the finasteride wars?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  169 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.

      community Dutasteride 2 years 3 month results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  251 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user tried dutasteride for hair loss for 2.5 years but experienced drastic thinning and receding hairline. They decided to switch back to finasteride, along with minoxidil, LLLT, and ketoconazole, due to dissatisfaction with dutasteride's results and side effects.

      community Finasteride saved my life, 1.5y in (23M)

      in Progress Pictures  1176 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that some users have had positive results with finasteride for hair loss, while others have not. The effectiveness of finasteride varies from person to person.

      community To all my thinning homies - use hair dye!!

      in Styling  51 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that dying the hair can be an effective method for managing hair loss, particularly for those with diffuse thinning.

      community NW5 at 19. How many grafts do I need?

      in Transplants  140 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 19-year-old with rapid hair loss since 16 is considering a hair transplant but refuses to take finasteride or any 5α-Reductase inhibitors. They are currently using minoxidil, tretinoin, and microneedling with a Derminator 2, and only want hair until age 27.

      community Why creatine and gym cause MPD

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 years ago
      Gym and creatine can cause hair loss by increasing testosterone and androgenic activity. DHT blockers may help some, while others need androgen suppression with topical AA like RU or Pyri.