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      community Malabsorption: Nutrient Testing and Supplementation

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss due to gut malabsorption and is seeking advice on nutrient testing and supplementation. They have low Vitamin D and Ferritin levels and are asking for recommendations on additional nutrients and blood tests to consider.

      community Need help with RU58841 (preparation + dosage).

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about using RU58841 for hair loss treatment, specifically mixing it with minoxidil without propylene glycol due to an allergy. The user is considering starting with a lower concentration of RU58841 and making smaller batches to maintain efficacy.

      community 24F - AGA & TE since 14. Is this regrowth for sure?

      in Is this regrowth?  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 24-year-old woman with AGA and TE since age 14 is questioning if her hair is regrowing or breaking. She has been using minoxidil consistently since September 2025, along with caffeine and ketoconazole shampoos, rosemary oil, and saw palmetto, and has improved her overall hair care routine.

      community Am I misunderstanding the medication dosage calculation?

      in Product  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses confusion over the dosage calculation of a topical solution containing 0.25% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, and 0.001% tretinoin. The user considers switching to a 0.025% finasteride solution to enhance the effects of tretinoin and minoxidil.

      community Does drinking topical minoxidil increase cancer risk?

      in Minoxidil 7 months ago
      A user has been using sublingual minoxidil for hair loss due to difficulty obtaining pills and is concerned about cancer risk from ethanol exposure. Other users advise against this method, suggesting topical application instead, and debate the potential risks of ingesting topical minoxidil.

      community Whats the safety Profile for Breezula?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about the safety of Breezula compared to RU58841 for hair loss treatment. The user believes Breezula is safer but less effective than RU58841.

      community Allergic to minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is allergic to minoxidil and experienced severe itching and redness. They are considering alternatives like finasteride, dutasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment.

      community Should I drop topical minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil 4 months ago
      The user is considering stopping topical minoxidil due to health risks and inconvenience, while continuing oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and vitamins. Others suggest that oral minoxidil carries more risk, and results from treatments may take 3-6 months to appear.

      community Question about Ru58841 regarding the dose

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old with diffuse thinning hair is considering RU58841 due to side effects from topical finasteride and is asking for the lowest effective dose and time to see results from RU58841 users.

      community Questions about alfatradiol logistics

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is seeking help with using Ell-Cranell for hair loss treatment. They are unsure about the correct application method and dosage. They also inquire about combining microneedling with topical alfatradiol and question a study that referred to alfatradiol as a hair growth inhibitor in male mice.

      community Red and ichy pimples/rash from applying topical minoxidil

      in Chat  2 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced red pimples and a rash from using topical minoxidil, possibly due to propylene glycol. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, switching to foam without propylene glycol, using Nizoral, and adjusting application timing.

      community From Perfect Hair to This: 2 Years of Chronic TE + Unmasked AGA.

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 25-year-old is experiencing chronic telogen effluvium (TE) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA) after surgery, using finasteride, red light therapy, and supplements, and considering oral minoxidil despite heart concerns. They are unsure whether to start minoxidil before or after an upcoming surgery, which may trigger another hair shed.

      community Is 0.1%w/v topical fin overkill if taking oral 0.5mg fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation discusses whether using 0.1% topical finasteride alongside 0.5 mg oral finasteride is excessive, with suggestions to choose either oral or topical treatment. The user also uses 5% minoxidil and mentions concerns about alcohol-based solutions due to seborrheic dermatitis.

      community MWC compounded Minoxidil + Tretinoin

      in Minoxidil 1 year ago
      A user is considering using compounded Minoxidil with Tretinoin from Medical Wellness Center to improve hair growth. They are also curious about the effects of higher Minoxidil doses and adding Tretinoin to their regimen.

      community Intermittent fasting reduces hair growth?!? :(

      in Research/Science  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      Intermittent fasting may inhibit hair growth by triggering a stress response that affects hair-follicle stem cells. Some users believe genetics and DHT play a larger role in hair loss, and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are mentioned as ineffective for some.

      community 2 and 1/2 months, prescribed 1.25mg oral min daily

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is treating alopecia areata with 1.25mg oral minoxidil daily and topical mometasone furoate, considering increasing the dose or adding finasteride, though finasteride is not typically used for this condition. A gluten-free diet is suggested, and alternatives like Olumiant are mentioned.

      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 Are there actual risks with oral minoxidil? How can they be mitigated

      in Minoxidil  20 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause side effects like heart issues, increased body hair, and facial puffiness, but these are often dose-dependent and temporary. Users report varying experiences, with some combining it with finasteride or RU58841 for better results, while others experience minimal or no side effects.

      community Lowering dose of Oral Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.

      community 23M Wierd blood test results after 7 months on finasteroid (1mg daily)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user experienced unexpected hormone test results after 7 months on 1mg daily finasteride, noting a decrease in estradiol despite expectations of an increase. Other users suggested that hormone responses can vary and that finasteride might still be effective if DHT levels are within range, while also mentioning factors like circadian rhythm and stress that could impact results.

      community When someone posts a scalp tension theory

      in Satire  264 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss theories discussed include poor blood flow, scalp tension, inflammation, and DHT. Treatments mentioned are massaging scalp, minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.