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      community discouraged about pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      Discouragement regarding Pyrilutamide, a drug in development for hair loss, and the potential side effects of Finasteride. People discussed anecdotal experiences with Pyrilutamide as well as suggestions to wait out Phase 3 trials before making any conclusions.

      community GT20029. Kintor Pharma’s Product

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses GT20029, a compound by Kintor Pharma that degrades androgen receptors and is in trials, with potential as a hair loss cure. Another promising treatment mentioned is an antibody that blocks prolactin and has shown positive results in macaques.

      community Been diagnosed with telogen effluvium and MPB

      in Chat  3 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hair loss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.

      community Testosterone, gray hair, low vitamin D, and switching to oral Minoxidil

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      A woman experiencing hair loss due to high testosterone and low vitamin D is using treatments like Dutasteride, Rogaine, zinc, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamp, iRestore, multivitamins, scalp massager, and vitamin D. She plans to switch to oral Minoxidil under medical supervision.

      community abusing caffeine boosts DHT levels!

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Caffeine intake may increase DHT levels, but its impact on hair loss is minimal compared to genetic factors. Excessive caffeine can cause health issues, and its effects on hair loss are not directly applicable to humans based on rat studies.

      community Is it a lot of free testosterone?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss and the impact of testosterone and DHT levels, with suggestions to monitor these levels and consider vitamin D supplementation. Treatments mentioned include finasteride and possibly minoxidil.

      community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

      in Research/Science  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

      community RU-58841 Lung Disease Possibility | Chest pain, "heart issues", etc

      in Treatment  22 upvotes 2 years ago
      Some users of RU-58841 report cardiovascular symptoms like heart palpitations and chest tightness, which may be linked to its metabolites causing lung disease. The safety of RU-58841 is uncertain due to lack of long-term data and concerns about product purity, especially from gray market sources.

      community Lowering DHT vs measured level and topical scalp treatment issues

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of lowering DHT on hair loss and the importance of monitoring DHT levels during treatment. The user suggests that individual responses to DHT and hair loss treatments vary, and expresses a preference for topical treatments over oral medications due to concerns about systemic DHT reduction.

      community Extreme caution: my experience using Ru58841 only once

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old experienced severe side effects, including heart palpitations and high blood pressure, after using RU58841 once, leading to a referral to cardiology for suspected left ventricular hypertrophy. The user regrets using RU58841 and seeks advice on recovery, while others suggest preexisting conditions or genetic predispositions may be factors.

      community Bloodwork Results. DHT and Testosterone Levels

      in Update  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared their bloodwork results showing DHT at 17 ng/dl and testosterone at 287 ng/dl, with a slight Vitamin D deficiency. They are seeking opinions on these levels and have an upcoming dermatologist appointment.

      community Has anyone had a hair transplant while on pyrilutamide?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering starting pyrilutamide before a scheduled hair transplant, having previously used oral minoxidil and finasteride with worsening results. They also tried dutasteride, which worsened their hair and made their skin oily.

      community medication for hair loss spironolactone

      in Female  3 upvotes 3 years ago
      41-year-old female experienced slow hair thinning, took finasteride for a year, then switched to spironolactone. Irregular periods occurred, seeking advice on long-term side effects and considering a third medication.

      community Finasteride influence on other hormones

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      Finasteride can affect hormone levels, potentially causing symptoms like puffy nipples and testicular pain, and may result in elevated prolactin and high testosterone. The user is seeking interpretation of these changes after taking finasteride.

      community i need your advice please tell

      in Product  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing stage 2 hair loss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hair loss isn't a family trait.
      Help me interpret my bloods

      community Help me interpret my bloods

      in General  65 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is concerned about high prolactin levels and low testosterone levels after stopping finasteride for three weeks. They are considering resuming finasteride but are worried it might further increase prolactin levels.

      community What is up with all these body dysmorphic posts lately?

      in Chat  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about body dysmorphia related to hair loss, with some users expressing frustration over posts claiming treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are ineffective or harmful despite minimal hair loss. It emphasizes the importance of early treatment with medications like finasteride and minoxidil for those experiencing hair loss.

      community Update to losing hair at 16

      in Update  10 upvotes 6 years ago
      User has seborrhoeic dermatitis causing hair loss. They are using Ketoconazole shampoo and may use selenium sulfide shampoo.

      community CHECKLIST: Blood and other test before starting treatment

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Before starting hair loss treatment, it's suggested to undergo various blood and health tests to minimize side effects. The checklist includes tests for kidney function, liver enzymes, blood sugar, vitamins, hormones, and more.