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    1. Featured Community Post

      Research Backed Dutasteride Simulator (Serum/scalp DHT included for all doses)

      by Fuzzasteride

      A Dutasteride Simulator predicts serum dutasteride, serum DHT, and scalp DHT levels using models from research papers. It simulates various dosing schedules to determine steady-state effects and visualizes outcomes, including hair growth-related scalp DHT suppression.

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    2. Studies show: 0.2 mg reduces scalp DHT by ~55%. 1 mg reduces it by ~64%. 5 mg reduces it by ~69%.

      Finasteride/Dutasteride Finasteride reduces scalp DHT significantly even at low doses, with 0.2 mg reducing it by about 55%, but higher doses like 1 mg and 5 mg offer only marginally more reduction. Users discuss side effects, with some experiencing none and others reporting issues like low libido, and they also mention using other treatments like minoxidil and dutasteride.
    3. 22m Dutasteride + Min + Ket 1 year

      Progress Pictures A 22-year-old male shared his one-year progress using dutasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair regrowth, showing significant improvement. Users discussed the effectiveness of these treatments, with some confusion about ketamine, and shared their own experiences and questions about dosages and side effects.
    4. What should I do? 28M Fin Daily

      General A 28-year-old male has been using finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and various vitamins for hair loss and is considering adding minoxidil, either topical or oral, to his regimen. A suggestion was made to use 5% topical minoxidil for better results.
    5. What should be the necessary course of action

      General A 24-year-old was prescribed 5% minoxidil for hair loss. Another user suggested adding 1mg oral finasteride and waiting two years for full results.
    6. HT next? 21 y/o fin for 6 months since I was 20, What NW and should I use dut?

      General A 21-year-old is using finasteride and previously used minoxidil for hairline concerns, considering a hair transplant despite no visible balding. They are advised to continue finasteride as a preventive measure.
    7. How to reduce scalp DHT as much as possible?

      Finasteride/Dutasteride The conversation discusses reducing scalp DHT to prevent hair loss, with a focus on using dutasteride, finasteride, and other treatments like RU58841 and minoxidil. It highlights the challenges of managing hair loss while on high testosterone levels, suggesting that dutasteride may be more effective than finasteride in such cases.
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    1. Microneedle-Mediated Transdermal Drug Delivery for the Treatment of Multiple Skin Diseases

      Microneedles improve drug delivery for skin diseases, enhancing treatment effectiveness and patient compliance. Image of study
    2. Efficacy, Safety, and Patient-Reported Outcomes of Scalp Micropigmentation in Scarring Alopecia

      Scalp micropigmentation improves appearance and satisfaction in scarring alopecia but may require repeat sessions. Image of study
    3. The Safety and Efficacy of Finasteride for Transgender Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case Series

      Finasteride is safe and effective for hair loss in transgender men, but may affect testosterone therapy. Image of study
    4. Cerebronal® Food Supplement Improves Status of Markers of Dementia and Regeneration

      Cerebronal® may help improve certain brain health markers. Image of study
    5. Crosstalk Between Immune Microenvironment and Hair Follicle Cells Underlies Sexual Dimorphism in Androgenetic Alopecia

      Hair loss in males and females is influenced by immune cell interactions, with potential treatments identified. Image of study
    6. Hair Regeneration: Mechano-Activation and Related Therapeutic Approaches

      Mechanical stimulation and new therapies show promise for hair regrowth. Image of study
    7. Retinoids in Scarless Skin Regeneration: From Molecular Mechanisms to Therapeutic Strategies

      Retinoic acid may help heal skin without scars by reducing fibrosis and supporting skin regeneration. Image of study
    8. Clinical Case of Scarring Alopecia: Pseudopelade of Brocq

      Early diagnosis and treatment can stop hair loss and prevent scalp damage in pseudopelade of Brocq. Image of study
    9. Facial Hair Restoration Using Long Hair Follicular Unit Extraction: A Case of Beard to Moustache Transplantation

      Beard hair can be successfully transplanted to the moustache area for facial hair restoration with high patient satisfaction. Image of study
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