Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    330-360 / 1000+ results

      community Mystery hair loss and colour change

      in Transgender  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss and color change despite low testosterone levels and healthy lifestyle changes. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo and consulted a dermatologist, who found no scalp issues but suggested using Toppik for coverage.

      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 My Finasteride Story (Pictures + Blood work + Updates)

      in Finasteride  10 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user shared their experience with finasteride for hair regrowth, which was effective but caused side effects like gynecomastia and mood swings. They now manage side effects with Arimidex and vitamins while continuing finasteride, and monitor their health with blood tests.

      community Hair keeps thinning but doc says no nutrient deficiencies

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      Hair thinning possibly due to rapid weight loss and dietary changes, with no nutrient deficiencies found. The user is taking vitamins and considering seeing a hair specialist to promote regrowth.

      community 5 month update on my all natural protocol

      in Update  8 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user updated on their all-natural hair loss protocol, which includes massages, LLLT, Ashwagandha, Supergreens mix, Vitamin D, Castor Oil + DMSO, a specific diet, and headstands. They reported some hair regrowth and improved hair quality, with plans to continue the regimen and monitor results.

      community 21, female, diagnosed with MPB. What do I do?

      in Female  15 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 21-year-old woman diagnosed with male pattern baldness (MPB) who is considering treatments such as spironolactone, minoxidil and finasteride to address her hair loss. The user also discusses potential solutions for concealing the appearance of her thinning hair, such as wigs or haircuts.

      community Female Hair Loss, Is there anything else I should be doing?

       11 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 20-year old female experiencing hair loss, who has had normal blood tests and is currently using minoxidil as recommended by her doctor. She is asking if there are any other treatments she should consider.

      community 1 Year Estradiol HRT, Oral Finasteride, Bicalutamide, Cyproterone. (20MTF)

      in Transgender  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a 20-year-old transgender female's one-year experience with hair loss treatments, including Estradiol HRT, oral Finasteride, Bicalutamide, and Cyproterone. Specific treatments used for hair loss are oral Finasteride and potentially Estradiol as part of hormone replacement therapy.

      community Any other non-responders to most medications?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has not seen results from various hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and others over several years and is considering adding RU58841 and starting hormone replacement therapy. They are also experiencing anxiety and contemplating moving to a more accepting environment for their nonbinary identity.

      community Starting my Pyrilutamide + ru58841 journey

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      An individual's journey to treat their severe hair loss condition using the medications Pyrilutamide and RU58841. They will provide regular updates on their progress.

      community Shredding for 8+ months after having a great result for 1 year HELP !!

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss improvement with minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and keto shampoo but began shedding again despite medication changes. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan and checking vitamin levels, as deficiencies can contribute to hair loss.

      community Is it safe to use topical 5% Min and 3mg Min together?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old man is using topical 5% Minoxidil for hair thinning and is considering adding 3mg Minoxidil pills as recommended by a dermatologist. He is concerned about potential side effects and increased shedding but cannot access Finasteride due to strict regulations.

      community Does low HGH leading to hairloss?

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experiencing diffuse hair loss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hair loss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hair loss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hair loss.

      community I feel like people here shrug off nutritional issues too quickly. Particularly for Retrograde Alopecia.

      in Chat  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user believes Retrograde Alopecia may be linked to vitamin imbalances, specifically from taking too much Vitamin E, A, Zinc, and Selenium, and suggests it could be a middle ground between Androgenic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium. Treatments for hair loss mentioned include Androgen inhibitors and improving lifestyle factors like nutrition and sleep, with topical melatonin also recommended for Retrograde Alopecia.

      community 8 months on 5mg fin daily, 5% min twice daily, and hrt(mtf). Thought my hair was unrecoverable before but now I’m so happy.

      in Transgender  1901 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user named "LordGeek101" shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after using 5mg of finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for 8 months. The user is transgender (MTF) and mentioned that the larger dose of finasteride was recommended by their doctor for better chances of hair revival.

      community What if Dutasteride doesn't work? Is it the end?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 1 day ago
      Finasteride and Dutasteride are used to block DHT and treat hair loss, but some people don't respond to these treatments. Alternatives include increasing Dutasteride dosage, adding topical finasteride, or exploring other treatments like RU58841, though results vary.

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

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 day 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 Take the meds, but know that LIFESTYLE MATTERS

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 1 week ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride aid hair regrowth, but a healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition and maintaining a healthy weight, enhances their effectiveness. Being underweight can impede hair regrowth, while a balanced diet and addressing deficiencies can improve outcomes.

      community 2 years of dut, 1 year of loss 24m

      in Progress Pictures  520 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth with dutasteride but later lost progress despite using minoxidil foam and dermastamping. Suggestions included reducing dermastamping frequency, conducting blood tests, and considering oral minoxidil or different brands of dutasteride.

      community Day 155 of 5mg oral minoxidil + 0,5mg oral dutasteride daily

      in Progress Pictures  103 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared progress on hair regrowth using 5mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg oral dutasteride daily, noting small hair growth and no significant side effects except bushier eyebrows. The conversation includes encouragement, personal experiences with hair loss treatments, and discussions on the effectiveness of microneedling.

      community 3-Year Progress on Fin+Min (20M-23M)

      in Progress Pictures  77 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 3-year progress using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting significant improvement after adding minoxidil to their routine. They also use a derma roller weekly and apply minoxidil topically to the entire hairline.

      community It's over- 8 months in & I've got 0 progress from Dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  37 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user tried Dutasteride, Finasteride, and Minoxidil for hair loss but saw no improvement after nearly two years, feeling frustrated and considering giving up. Other users suggested trying different dosages, oral Minoxidil, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant, while some noted that stabilization without regrowth is common.

      community Before and after of 20 months of fin and min

      in Progress Pictures  125 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo, and switched to dutasteride five months ago. They are considering adding tretinoin and microneedling to their routine for better results.