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      community The Secret Recipe? How do celebrities do it?

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      Celebrities often maintain perfect hairlines through expensive transplants and common drugs like finasteride and dutasteride. Despite potential side effects, the importance of their appearance makes these treatments worthwhile.

      community To get a HT or Not To get a HT?

      in Transplants  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      A hair transplant without using finasteride or similar medications may lead to unnatural results and further hair loss. Financially capable individuals are advised to stabilize hair loss with medication before considering a transplant.

      community 11 months progress, HRT + Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  366 upvotes 3 months ago
      A transwoman shared her 11-month progress using hormone replacement therapy (HRT), finasteride, and minoxidil, reporting significant hair regrowth and satisfaction with the results. The discussion included various perspectives on HRT, its effects on hair and sexual function, and personal experiences with similar treatments.

      community DUPA, Non Responders and Connective Tissue Disorders

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male with diffuse hair loss, including the donor area, did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil. He suspects his hair loss may be linked to a mild connective tissue disorder, possibly affecting the structural support of hair follicles, rather than being purely hormonal.

      community 21m, curious about what's going on with my hair

       6 upvotes 11 years ago
      A 21-year-old male with a thyroid condition noticed his hair thinning uniformly without a receding hairline. He is considering using a 5ARI to prevent further baldness if he starts TRT.

      community Best, possible, or experimental growth agonists that AREN'T MINOXIDIL.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Various hair growth treatments were discussed, including microneedling, bimatoprost, setipiprant, stemoxydine, PGE2, CB-03-01, WNT Beta-Catenin upregulators, KY19382, topical estrogen, IGF-1, GH, MK-677, oral castor oil, fisetin, resveratrol, cetrizine, and lactic acid. Users shared experiences and sources for these treatments, with some expressing interest in topical solutions and others noting the lack of FDA approval or scientific evidence for certain options.

      community (MTF 35) 20 Months Feminizing HRT

      in Transgender  18 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 35-year-old transgender woman experienced hair regrowth with feminizing HRT, adding dutasteride and bicalutamide, and plans a hair transplant for further improvement. Estrogen also improved skin appearance, and the user advises against cisgender men using feminizing HRT for hair regrowth.

      community I want to be a science experiment

      in Research/Science 10 months ago
      The user plans to use a "nuclear protocol" for hair improvement, including topical minoxidil 12.5%, topical finasteride 0.1%, and tretinoin 0.05%, with microneedling once a week. They have seen improvements with minoxidil and are seeking opinions on their approach to achieve thicker hair.

      community ET-02 Now Recruiting in Texas for Phase 1

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      Eirion Therapeutics is recruiting for phase 1 of ET-02 in Texas, which showed promising hair growth results in non-clinical studies. ET-02 demonstrated significantly more hair growth compared to Minoxidil.

      community Supplementation increasing T levels

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about using finasteride for hair loss and considering supplements like ginseng or ashwagandha to boost testosterone levels. Concerns are raised about potential negative effects on hair due to increased DHT conversion, and it's suggested that natural testosterone boosters may not significantly impact those with already high testosterone levels.

      community Has anyone tried Topical oxytocin?

      in Treatment 2 years ago
      A user reported less hair shedding using melatonin spray and is considering trying topical oxytocin or estrogel for hair growth, but is concerned about potential side effects like breast development. Topical oxytocin has been found to promote hair growth by increasing growth factors.

      community Does CosmeRNA target the root cause of MPB?

      in Chat 3 years ago
      . CumsOnYourFeet69 has been discussing a new treatment called CosmeRNA which claims to target the root cause of male pattern baldness, and is considering using it in conjunction with Minoxidil instead of Finasteride due to possible side effects. Replies have highlighted that the efficacy of this treatment is still unknown, but it could be used as an effective maintenance option if successful.

      community Cool hair transplant visualization

      in Transplants  973 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair transplants, including the use of techniques like FUE and the importance of a good donor area to avoid visible bald patches. It also touches on alternative treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Pyrolutimide, and debates the idea of embracing baldness versus seeking treatments.

      community PTD-DBM Update: Q&A With Dr. Kang-Yell Choi

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 6 years ago
      PTD-DBM is being explored for hair regrowth by targeting CXXC5, with clinical trials expected after pre-clinical studies. Users express anticipation and skepticism about its effectiveness.

      community Have we become too obsessed with DHT??

      in Chat  12 upvotes 5 years ago
      Focus on scalp health, not just DHT suppression, is crucial for hair regrowth. Effective treatments include Hair Restoration shampoo, LLLT laser cap, microneedling, and topical finasteride.

      community Hair theory Scar tissue and Verteporfin

      in Chat  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user suggests that deeper microneedling with Verteporfin injections might help regrow hair in areas with scar tissue, alongside a DHT blocker. Another user explains that hair loss might be due to reduced Wnt/β-Catenin signaling and suggests that treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling could potentially reverse it.

      community Let's talk about Tsuji and Shiseido

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on Tsuji's hair cloning and Shiseido's RCH-01, with skepticism about their effectiveness on humans. It compares these to PRP, noting PRP's higher efficacy in studies.

      community [Nov 2019] The peptide AC 2 isolated from Bacillus-treated Trapa japonica fruit extract rescues DHT (dihydrotestosterone)-treated human dermal papilla cells and mediates mTORC1 signaling for autophagy and apoptosis suppression

       22 upvotes 6 years ago
      A peptide from Japanese water chestnut fruit may help with hair loss by suppressing DHT's effect on hair follicle cell death, potentially serving as a finasteride alternative. The treatment's effectiveness and safety in humans remain uncertain.

      community Forgotten 'Total Revival' Stack

      in Research/Science  42 upvotes 1 year ago
      Cyclosporine A is discussed as a powerful hair growth stimulant, potentially more effective than minoxidil, but concerns about safety and side effects, including cancer risk, limit its use. The conversation highlights the need for further research and experimentation with topical application, despite its risks.

      community DNA Test for better suited treatment?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing the use of dutasteride, minoxidil, and the potential benefits of a DNA test and PRP therapy. Opinions vary, with some users skeptical about the DNA test and PRP, suggesting sticking with current treatments.