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Finasteride and minoxidil are commonly recommended by hair transplant clinics, including those in Turkey, despite some negative perceptions and concerns about side effects. The conversation highlights differing opinions on the effectiveness and safety of these treatments, with some users expressing skepticism about side effects and others emphasizing the importance of these medications for successful hair transplants.

A user shared a 17-month update on their hair loss treatment, which included a hair transplant of 2300 grafts, using a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering another transplant and seeking honest feedback on their progress, while others share their own experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.

PTD-DBM is being explored for hair regrowth by targeting CXXC5, with clinical trials expected after pre-clinical studies. Users express anticipation and skepticism about its effectiveness.

A user claims to have reversed baldness, possibly due to telogen effluvium recovery after weight loss. Others discuss the potential success of using GHK-Cu for hair regrowth.

The user is experimenting with GHK-Cu and AHK-Cu to stop hair loss and promote hair growth, using a serum from Etsy and injectable GHK-Cu. They supplement this with dermastamping and ketoconazole shampoo.

The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling, with users sharing personal experiences and side effects. Some users mention changes in hair and semen consistency, while others discuss male contraception methods.

Hair transplant tips and surgery as a last resort. Discussion includes medications, age considerations, and choosing the right surgeon.

The user had a hair transplant with 4500 grafts and has been using minoxidil twice daily for over a year but stopped finasteride due to severe side effects. The transplant cost $3500 and improved their self-confidence, positively affecting their dating life.

The conversation humorously discusses the side effects of finasteride, particularly sexual dysfunction. Users share mixed experiences, with some reporting issues and others not.

Phase II for TDM-105795 for Androgenic Alopecia is set to begin in April 2023. The study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of TDM-105795 in male subjects.

The user lost gym motivation after taking finasteride for four months, possibly due to its effect on DHT levels. Suggestions include adjusting dosage, trying topical treatments, using caffeine, checking testosterone levels, and considering supplements like SSRIs or pregnenolone.

GeneTherica is discussed as a source for RU58841, with ordering possible via WhatsApp. The conversation focuses on the legitimacy of this supplier for hair loss treatment.

Verteporfin may improve hair transplant outcomes and reduce scarring, potentially allowing patients to avoid finasteride. Dr. Barghouthi seeks collaborations, volunteers, and financial support for research on verteporfin.org.

The user experienced significant hair improvement after one year using topical finasteride and minoxidil, combined with a hair transplant at the front. They switched from oral to topical finasteride due to side effects and are satisfied with the results, especially at the temples.

The user has been using a combination of finasteride/dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and hydrocortisone with microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss. They are asking if the baby hairs growing will turn into terminal hairs with continued treatment.

The post is about a user's hair transplant results after one week, with 4000 grafts implanted. The conversation includes discussions about the healing process, shedding phase, and the number of grafts used.

A British man's death at a Turkish hair transplant clinic raised safety concerns about such clinics. Users discussed risks of cheaper clinics and suggested alternatives like Thailand, Korea, and Colombia.

A user who had FUT surgery for 2877 grafts with Dr Jerry Wong of Hasson & Wong that resulted in low growth and an abnormally wide scar, suggesting negligence by the doctor and possibly illegal behaviour by an unqualified technician. The post sparked discussion about seeking legal action, as well as criticism of the clinic's high cost.

The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil with tretinoin for 5 months and is questioning if they see hair regrowth. Others share their experiences and challenges with hair loss treatments, particularly the availability of medications.

After gyno surgery, OP is considering restarting finasteride at a lower dose (0.25mg/0.5mg) or switching to topical to reduce the risk of gyno recurrence. Lower doses and topical application may lessen side effects due to reduced systemic absorption.

The conversation is about someone seeking information on long-term users of CB-03-01 for hair loss, having experienced negative side effects from finasteride and facing rapid hair thinning.

KX-826 hair loss treatment completed trials with mild side effects. GT20029 may be ultimate cure, destroying androgen receptors causing baldness.

Follistatin, known for inhibiting myostatin and promoting muscle growth in mice, is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after 1.5 years without results. They are hopeful the new treatment will work.

The user is thrilled with their hair transplant results, which involved 4000 grafts and cost £2700 in London. They are using finasteride, minoxidil spray, and a volumizing shampoo, experiencing no side effects and planning to continue the regimen for ongoing hair maintenance.

A user thanks the group for sharing experiences, leading them to start finasteride, dermarolling, and castor oil, while using Nizoral and LLLT. They plan to reintroduce minoxidil later.

After nearly four months on finasteride, a user noticed improved hair quality but developed nipple puffiness, suggesting early signs of gynecomastia. They considered switching to other treatments like CB-03-01 or RU58841 and contemplated consulting an endocrinologist about aromatase inhibitors.

The conversation discusses skepticism about the effectiveness of new hair loss treatments, mentioning that despite 40 years of research, only accidental discoveries like Minoxidil and Finasteride have been made. It also notes that drug development is a slow process, often taking a decade or more to bring a new drug to market.

The user experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and later developed scarring hair loss. They are now on finasteride, oral minoxidil, LDN, Zyrtec, and Oztela to reduce scalp inflammation and promote hair regrowth.

The conversation discusses using GHK-Cu for hair loss, with one user suggesting subcutaneous administration for better control. The effectiveness of topical application is questioned due to a lack of reliable reviews.