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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. Is this progress? M19 finasteride 1mg every day for one month, ketoconazol 3months 3x week 10min

      General
      Image of study The user is using finasteride 1mg daily for one month and ketoconazole three times a week for three months. They are comparing hair progress with photos from December 2025 and March 2026.

    3. Dutasteride and anal with partner

      Satire
      Using dutasteride anally as a hair loss treatment, with humorous and satirical comments on its effects and implications.

    4. Oral min after 3 months

      Journals / Progress Pictures
      Image of study The user has been taking 2.5 mg of oral minoxidil daily since mid-January and has used finasteride for about five years, noting a decrease in its effectiveness. They are questioning whether their hair appears thicker due to minoxidil or if it's just longer.

    5. Need opinions on if my hair is actually receding or not

      General
      Image of study A 19-year-old is unsure if their hair is receding or just maturing and is seeking opinions before starting treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841. They shared recent and past photos to compare changes over a few months.

    6. Dutasteride and partner swallowing- any risks?

      Finasteride/Dutasteride
      Dutasteride in semen is considered a very small risk for partners, and fertility typically improves after stopping the medication. It is recommended to stop Dutasteride 3-6 months before trying to conceive to avoid potential impacts on fertility and fetal development.

    7. 9 months on minoxidil. 3 months on Finasteride. Is there much change?

      Is this regrowth?
      The user has been using minoxidil for 9 months and finasteride for 3 months to address hair thinning, noticing some new miniature hairs but uncertain about significant regrowth. Opinions vary, with some suggesting the hair looks darker and stabilized, while others recommend additional treatments like oral minoxidil, microneedling, or tretinoin.
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    New Featured Research

    HERBAL HAIR SERUM

    The article discusses the development of a water-based herbal hair serum formulated with plant ingredients known for promoting hair and scalp health, aimed at addressing alopecia, a common issue exacerbated by urban stress and pollution. The review suggests that herbal treatments can effectively combat hair loss without side effects. Key ingredients include sweet orange for dandruff, black seeds for strength and shine, and coconut oil for moisture. A clinical study was conducted to assess the efficacy and safety of this serum, which contains aloe extract and warm coconut oil, in healthy male and female volunteers experiencing hair fall.

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    1. An Ayurvedic Management of Indralupta (Alopecia Areata) - A Single Case Study

      Ayurvedic treatment significantly reduced symptoms of alopecia areata. Image of study

    2. The Effect of Finasteride on Serum Cortisol and Testosterone Levels in Rats

      Finasteride lowers cortisol and raises testosterone levels in rats. Image of study

    3. Preparation And Evaluation Of Poly Herbal Hair Oil Using Linum Usitatissimum

      The polyherbal hair oil with flaxseed promotes hair growth and health. Image of study

    4. Herbal Hair Serum

      Herbal hair serum with sweet orange, black seeds, and coconut oil can effectively reduce hair loss without side effects. Image of study

    5. Efficacy of Oral Minoxidil in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia in Male Patients at a Tertiary Care Hospital

      Oral Minoxidil effectively treats male pattern baldness. Image of study

    6. Preparation And Evaluation Of Poly Herbal Hair Oil Using Linum Usitatissimum

      The polyherbal hair oil with flaxseed promotes hair growth and health. Image of study

    7. An Ayurvedic Management of Indralupta (Alopecia Areata) - A Single Case Study

      Ayurvedic treatment significantly reduced alopecia areata symptoms. Image of study

    8. Preferential Crosstalk Between Perifollicular Capillary Vessels and Dermal Papilla Cells During Hair Cycling Homeostasis

      Capillary and dermal papilla interactions are vital for hair growth and aging, with potential for treating hair loss. Image of study

    9. Association Between Hair Cortisol Levels and Keratoconus: A Prospective Study

      Higher cortisol levels might be linked to worsening keratoconus. Image of study
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