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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. Trying intermittent Dutasteride (0.5mg every 5-6 days)

      Treatments A 22-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using an intermittent Dutasteride regimen, oral and topical Minoxidil, FolliHair AM/PM, and Salicia KT shampoo. He stopped Dutasteride due to side effects like dry eyes and skin, but noticed increased hair shedding after stopping.
    3. Treatment from July 2025 - Present

      Is this regrowth? The user is experiencing hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride daily, Minoxidil foam twice a day, and microneedling weekly with a 1.5mm needle. They are seeking feedback and suggestions to optimize their hair regrowth.
    4. Just over 1 month Dutasteride 0.5mg + Minoxidil 2.5mg + Biotin 10mg

      General The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after starting Dutasteride 0.5mg, Minoxidil 2.5mg, and Biotin 10mg, which is considered a normal response indicating the treatment is working. Another user shared a similar experience with Finasteride, noting initial shedding followed by regrowth, and mentioned switching to Dutasteride to avoid side effects.
    5. Need some advice - off fin

      General The user stopped taking Finasteride after 8 years to try for kids but noticed hair loss and reduced anxiety. They are considering resuming Finasteride to prevent further hair loss.
    6. Can oral minoxidil cause significant changes in blood pressure? (deprecated thread)

      Minoxidil The user is using oral minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss and observed changes in blood pressure after taking oral minoxidil. They experienced no visible symptoms from topical minoxidil, finasteride, or other treatments and are seeking feedback on whether these blood pressure changes are typical for oral minoxidil users.
    7. 2 Years with DUT… You don’t need to wait that long to know if it will work.

      Finasteride/Dutasteride Dutasteride and finasteride are not effective for everyone in treating hair loss, with some users experiencing worsening conditions. Many are hopeful for new treatments like PP405, while others consider hair transplants or alternative medications.
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    1. Versatility of Autologous Growth Factor Concentrate Therapy in Early-Stage Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case Report

      Autologous growth factor concentrate therapy shows promise for treating early-stage hair loss safely and effectively. Image of study
    2. Ingredients of Trichological Shampoos with Alleged Beneficial Effects on Hair: What Is Really Known About Their Efficacy? A Scoping Review of an Area with More Unknowns Than Knowns

      Most ingredients in hair loss shampoos lack strong evidence of effectiveness. Image of study
    3. Successful Management of Therapy-Resistant Chronic Refractory Atopic Dermatitis and Alopecia Universalis With Oral Tofacitinib in a Girl

      Oral tofacitinib successfully treated a girl's severe skin and hair conditions. Image of study
    4. Herbal Shampoo Bar as a Sustainable Alternative to Synthetic Hair Cleanser: A Review

      Herbal shampoo bars are eco-friendly and beneficial for hair and scalp but need improvements for wider use. Image of study
    5. Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy: Key Infection Prevention Practices and Strategies for Safety Risk Reduction

      Standardized protocols are crucial for safe and infection-free platelet-rich plasma therapy. Image of study
    6. Artificial Intelligence in Patient Education for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Comparative Study of ChatGPT, Gemini, and Deepseek R1

      ChatGPT 4.0 and Gemini 1.5 Flash are effective for educating patients about androgenetic alopecia, while Deepseek R1 is less reliable. Image of study
    7. Preferential Crosstalk Between Perifollicular Capillary Vessels and Dermal Papilla Cells During Hair Cycling Homeostasis

      Enhancing blood vessel interactions with hair cells may help treat hair loss and skin aging. Image of study
    8. Integrating Proteomics Revealed Key Targets for Molecular Breeding of Fine Cashmere Traits in Cashmere Goats

      Key proteins affecting cashmere fiber quality were identified for better breeding. Image of study
    9. Assessment of Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma Augmentation in Follicular Unit Extraction for Hair Density Improvement: A Prospective Study

      PRP significantly improves hair density and satisfaction in hair restoration. Image of study
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