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community (MTF 35) Results of 18 Months of HRT

in Transgender 783 upvotes 5 months ago

A transgender woman experienced significant hair regrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hair regrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.

community Why are there no proper phase 3 trials for RU

in Chat 4 upvotes 3 months ago

RU58841 lacks FDA approval due to financial and safety concerns, including potential cardiological side effects. The company abandoned further research, and users report adverse effects like heart palpitations and gynecomastia.

community 34/F with hair thinning

6 upvotes 7 years ago

A 34-year-old female is experiencing hair thinning after stopping birth control pills and a damaging hair treatment. She has normal bloodwork and a normal trichogram but is considering trying MSM or Saw Palmetto for her hair loss.

community Not responding to any treatment - is HT the only way?

in Progress Pictures 4 upvotes 5 months ago

The user has tried various treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, but is considering a hair transplant due to insufficient progress. Some users suggest that the treatments have at least stabilized hair loss, and recommend consulting clinics for a potential hair transplant while continuing medication.

community Am I Making A Slow Comeback? 22M

in Progress Pictures 42 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is using a regimen including topical finasteride, ketoconazole, melatonin, keto shampoo, pyrilutamide, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss, and is considering switching to oral finasteride for convenience and potentially better results. Some users suggest switching to oral finasteride and checking for health issues like nutrient absorption, while others note maintenance or slight improvement in hair thickness.

community Can’t do finasteride. Does this automatically cross out Pyrilutamide?

in Research/Science 3 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss discussion includes finasteride intolerance and questioning if Pyrilutamide is an alternative. Pyrilutamide not commercially available, but may be tolerable if approved since it's not a 5aR inhibitor.

community Can't do Fin...Do DHT shampoos actually work?

in Finasteride 3 upvotes 7 years ago

A user stopped using finasteride due to reduced efficacy and health concerns, and is considering minoxidil and DHT-blocking shampoos for hair loss. Another user responded that DHT-blocking shampoos are ineffective.

community Debunking the "Adverse metabolic consequences of dutasteride"

in Research/Science 44 upvotes 5 years ago

Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride, has neuroprotective benefits, and may prevent acne. Despite initial concerns about metabolic effects, further research suggests it is safe for most users, especially if not hypogonadal.

community P5P supplementation for fin sides.

in Treatment 7 upvotes 4 years ago

P5P supplementation helped reverse finasteride side effects, particularly by lowering prolactin levels and restoring sensitivity. The user experienced significant improvement within a day and full recovery in a few days.

community Burning sensation and acne along temples accompanied by aggressive recession. On 0.5mg dut, 1.25mg fin EOD, and oral min 5mg daily.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 11 months ago

The user experienced temple recession, shedding, and acne while on 0.5mg dutasteride, 1.25mg finasteride every other day, and 5mg oral minoxidil daily. They are considering switching treatments due to worsening symptoms and are contemplating using a topical anti-androgen like RU58841.

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