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      community Topical Vitamin C trials for hair loss?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      Topical high-dose vitamin C is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss due to its ability to inhibit DHT and reduce histamine. Some users express skepticism about its effectiveness compared to treatments like finasteride.

      community Topical Finasteride strength discussion

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of different concentrations and dosages of topical finasteride on scalp and serum DHT levels, comparing it to oral finasteride and noting the side effects seem to be fewer at lower dosages. Participants shared experiences and referenced a chart indicating similar scalp DHT reduction with 0.025% topical finasteride as with 1mg oral finasteride, but with fewer side effects.

      community PG causing irritation when applying RU

      in Research/Science 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing irritation from using PG with RU58841 and is seeking alternative solutions like K&B in the UK. They report redness, itchiness, and flaky skin from the current treatment.

      community Topical Pyrilutamide - Hormone Panel

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user used 0.5 mL of 0.5 mg of Pyrilutamide for 60 days for hair loss, but didn't notice any hair growth. They shared their hormone panel results and are seeking advice on next steps.

      community Sudden, rapid hair loss

       4 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 33-year-old male experienced sudden, rapid hair loss, possibly due to a reaction to mentholated shampoo and undiluted tea tree oil, with a history of seborrheic dermatitis. He is currently taking finasteride, vitamin D3, a multivitamin, and biotin, and is seeking further medical evaluation.

      community This guy claims stem cells fixed his balding

      in Is this regrowth?  325 upvotes 2 years ago
      A man who claimed to have regrown his hair using stem cell treatment, sparking a debate about its effectiveness and cost. Some users suggested he might be using other treatments or substances, while others shared their own experiences with stem cell therapy for hair loss.

      community Added Tretinoin to my my routine and am shedding like crazy.

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for almost 2 years with maintenance but no significant regrowth. After adding tretinoin 2 weeks ago, they experienced increased shedding and are seeking advice on whether this is a positive sign.

      community Topical minoxidil responder tests + switching to oral

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil with tretinoin for 9 months without much regrowth and suspects finasteride is responsible for any improvement. They are inquiring about tests to determine response to topical minoxidil and seeking advice on switching to oral minoxidil, including potential side effects and monitoring requirements.

      community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

      community I am having Success with RU58841 and 1mm Derma Roller

      in Microneedling  19 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user reported success with RU58841 and a 1mm derma roller for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in hair density and reduced scalp visibility. They also mentioned using minoxidil and black castor oil in the past, with mixed results.

      community 1.1 on fin and 1.5 on minox. Micro needling 2 months.

      in Progress Pictures  39 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a person's hair loss treatment over 1.1 years with finasteride, 1.5 years with minoxidil, and 2 months of microneedling, noting less shedding since starting vitamin D3 a month ago. Commenters are impressed with the results.

      community my Body hair has stopped working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  44 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user on dutasteride for hair loss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hair growth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hair growth.

      community Am I the chosen one? Minoxidil experience.

      in Research/Science  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user applied Minoxidil foam to their face to grow a beard and experienced increased hair density and darker hair as unintended benefits, despite initially using it for diffuse thinning on the scalp. Another person suggested that the user's heart rate increase might indicate a high conversion rate of Minoxidil to its active form, similar to taking oral Minoxidil.

      community 35% regrowth brothers and sisters! More effective than Minox and Fin?

      in Treatment  107 upvotes 7 years ago
      A double-blind clinical study that found ingestion of tocotrienols resulted in a 34.5% increase in hair regrowth compared to the placebo group, and discussion about potential side effects and cost of supplementation with vitamin E pills. The conversation noted that it may be more effective than commonly used treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Inflammation (and health care system) frustration

      in Female  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman is frustrated with her hair loss and the slow, ineffective healthcare system in Canada. She has tried treatments like minoxidil, doxycycline, and kenalog injections, but continues to experience painful inflammation and hair loss.

      community Got into argument with my dermatologist, AITA?

      in General  198 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 20-year-old male is frustrated with his dermatologist for refusing to prescribe DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride, instead pushing for a hair transplant despite ongoing hair thinning. The user feels dismissed and unreasonably treated, and is advised by another user to find a better dermatologist and consider finasteride or dutasteride for effective treatment.