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      community What has the evidence been on side effects with CB?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Clascoterone (CB) shows an excellent safety profile with no serious side effects, but its effectiveness may decline after six months, making it more suitable as an adjunct treatment with finasteride and minoxidil rather than a standalone solution. Some argue it could be better than finasteride due to its protection against testosterone, but its long-term efficacy remains debated.

      community My experience with Bosley in California

       37 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user felt pressured during a hair transplant consultation at Bosley, where they were advised to undergo FUT surgery and use a laser cap for maintenance, but did not meet with a doctor. Other users recommended seeking a second opinion from reputable doctors like Dr. Rassman and suggested trying finasteride first.

      community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

      in Research/Science  81 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.

      community Hey brothers, this post is about my clinical depression with mpd

      in Update  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing hair loss and depression is planning to start finasteride treatment and is asking for others' experiences. Another user responds positively, stating that finasteride has helped alleviate their depression caused by hair loss.
      Doctor prescribed dut, not sure if they were correct

      community Doctor prescribed dut, not sure if they were correct

      in Treatments  120 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is concerned about using dutasteride for potential hair loss, fearing it might accelerate balding if not effective. They are unsure about the doctor's diagnosis and are considering starting with finasteride instead.

      community Bimatoprost (Lumigan) for MPB?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using Bimatoprost for eyebrow regrowth and its potential use on the hairline, with concerns about cost and side effects. Alternatives like topical Minoxidil are mentioned, but the user is worried about aging and acne.

      community Is this the right amount of dht?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone taking dutasteride for hair loss since April 2023 but still experiencing shedding. They had blood tests for various levels and are seeking advice on their DHT levels and vitamin D.

      community 6 months of finasteride and ghk-cu

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatment progress using finasteride and GHK-CU over six months. Users discuss application methods and share experiences with GHK-CU and AHK.

      community Twist1 Group Buy: Yes it’s that easy

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      A group buy for testing a compound targeting Twist1 protein as a potential hair loss treatment. Inhibiting Twist1, which keeps hair follicles in growth phase, may prevent hair loss with minimal side effects.

      community Oral vs topical finasteride for mpb

      in Treatments  85 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair loss and was diagnosed with male pattern baldness. They are considering using oral or topical finasteride to manage the condition and are contemplating cutting their hair short.

      community 15 months on the Big 3! My journey so far…

      in Progress Pictures  162 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress after 15 months of using the "Big 3" treatments for hair loss (finasteride, minoxidil and micro needling) as well as Nizerol 2%. The post encourages others to seek out available information on hair loss treatment and reassures them that if it doesn't work, it is only hair.

      community Tressless Pyrilutamide data analytics – Frustrated with lack of data, so I did something about it!

      in Treatment 3 years ago
      This user has conducted data scraping of 365 Reddit posts on the hairloss drug Pyrilutamide over the last year to analyse efficacy and side effects. The findings, which are available in a 19 page report with graphs, suggest that 22% of Pyrilutamide users experience positive results while 63% experience symptoms. A larger analytics project is proposed for other drugs with enough demand.

      community Tretinoin for better Minoxidil response

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about using tretinoin to improve the response to Minoxidil for hair loss treatment. No specific protocol for tretinoin application is provided.

      community 33 M - one year on 0,5 tret + 5% min

      in Progress Pictures  31 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 33-year-old man used Minoxidil 5% and Tretinoin 0.05% for a year to address hair thinning and receding hairline, resulting in new "baby hairs" filling in thin spots. He applies Tretinoin first, lets it dry, then applies Minoxidil, and notes that consistent use is necessary to maintain results.

      community AGA responded to steroid shots? Biopsy wrong? Please help!

      in Female  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A woman with AGA is using spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, oral minoxidil, bicalutamide, and anti-androgenic birth control but still experiences worsening hair loss. Steroid shots temporarily stop her hair shedding, leading her to question her biopsy results.

      community How can this be? I'm on a damn MTF regimen and still getting decimated

      in Transgender 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a person using minoxidil, finasteride, estrogen, and bicalutamide to combat hair loss, expressing frustration and desperation over their situation. They are advised against using female hormones and encouraged to focus on finasteride and minoxidil, with suggestions to seek therapy for mental health support.

      community Highest DHT level you’ve seen?

      in Update  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses starting finasteride 1mg daily for hair loss and mentions a high baseline DHT level. Users comment on the unusually high DHT level and its potential causes.

      community when will breezula release their safety checkups

      in Update  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Breezula, Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. Participants express curiosity about Breezula's safety and its steroidal nature.
      Am I cooked? Considering HT

      community Am I cooked? Considering HT

      in Hair Transplants  236 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 37-year-old man is seeking advice for hair loss treatment, considering options like finasteride and topical or oral minoxidil. A user suggests consulting a doctor and monitoring blood pressure if using oral minoxidil.

      community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months

      in Update  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.