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17-alpha-estradiol may work for hair loss by inhibiting 5-alpha reductase, similar to finasteride. It might lower testosterone in the scalp, reducing DHT conversion.

RU58841 is debated for hair regrowth, with some users reporting no benefits and potential side effects, while others claim success when combined with dutasteride. Many suggest safer, well-researched treatments like finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss management.

Serum DHT is mostly inactive; sebum DHT is a better measure for hair loss. Users discuss using finasteride, dutasteride, and topical treatments like KX826 and RU58841 for better scalp DHT suppression.

Saul Goodman was humorously depicted using high doses of minoxidil, finasteride, and spironolactone for hair loss. The conversation jokes about the unrealistic dosages and their potential side effects.

FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

A user is deciding between oral and topical finasteride for hair loss, noting oral finasteride's ease of use but broader effects. Another user simply recommends oral finasteride.

User started using minoxidil twice daily and microneedling every five days about 8-9 weeks ago. The post is about their progress with these treatments.

The conversation is about managing allopregnanolone deficiency caused by 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride or dutasteride. Specific treatments discussed for hair loss include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

A recent publication suggests that the flavonoids eriocitrin and silymarin may be more effective than finasteride in binding to the enzyme responsible for hair loss. People in the conversation are skeptical about the effectiveness and safety of these flavonoids until tested on humans, and some discuss their personal experiences with other treatments.

The conversation discusses using finasteride topically for hair loss and concerns about potential side effects like feminization and impact on muscle growth. One person shared their experience with finasteride, indicating it increased testosterone and did not prevent them from gaining muscle or strength.

A 30-year-old woman with controlled hair thinning stopped taking Spironolactone due to side effects and is considering Dutasteride. She seeks feedback from other women who have used Dutasteride for hair loss.

The user has been on Finasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and experienced minimal side effects. They suggest that a healthy lifestyle, including good sleep, exercise, diet, skincare, and mental health care, may help reduce the perceived side effects of Finasteride, although another user disagrees, emphasizing that side effects can vary and may not be mitigated by lifestyle alone.

Minoxidil alone may not stop hair loss. Finasteride is recommended for androgenic alopecia, as minoxidil doesn't prevent DHT from miniaturizing hair follicles.

The conversation discusses whether topical finasteride, dutasteride, or antiandrogens like RU58841 can reduce sebum overproduction as an early indicator of their effectiveness in treating hair loss. It suggests that while hair growth may take months to observe, a decrease in oiliness could be a quicker sign of a product's action.

This conversation discusses the advancements in treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil and new promising treatments such as pyrilutamide and verteporfin. Other treatments discussed were taking minoxidil orally, tretinoin to turn non-responders into responders and microneedling to further boost growth.

User sees subtle regrowth after two months using topical dutasteride, oral minoxidil, dermastamp, and oral castor oil. Others suggest waiting a few more months to properly evaluate results.

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

The conversation discusses using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and other medications for hair loss, with the user expressing satisfaction despite potential side effects. The user prefers these treatments to maintain a youthful hairline, despite others suggesting alternative methods.

The user has seen progress in hair growth after using topical minoxidil for nearly three months and plans to start finasteride in December. Other users suggest adding finasteride for better results and mention the importance of consistency.

The conversation is about a hair loss treatment containing Redensyl, used alongside Minoxidil. Most users found it ineffective, greasy, and not worth the money.

The user spends around 200€ monthly on hair loss treatments, including Kx826, Alfatradiol, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Stemoxydine, Tretinoin, and a Dermastamp. The total cost is approximately 220$.

A 16-year-old started using ketoconazole 2% and redensyl for hair loss, as minoxidil and finasteride are not recommended until age 18. They are seeking feedback on whether the treatment is effective or maintaining their hair.

A 22-year-old male shared his one-year progress using finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement after 4-6 months. He experienced initial shedding but saw regrowth starting around the 4-month mark.

User with shoulder-length hair using Finasteride for 5 weeks notices less long hair loss but more short hair loss. They also use keto for sebderm and vitamin D3.

The conversation discusses the potential cost of hair transplants if verteporfin allows for an unlimited donor area, suggesting that prices could vary based on the number of grafts needed. The user speculates that costs could be calculated per graft or a set amount for a specific number of grafts.

The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, highlighting Advanced Trichology Topical Melatonin Hair Growth Serum, hers Minoxidil Foam, Keranique Hair Regrowth Treatment, Nioxin 5% Minoxidil, Virtue Minoxidil 5%, and Rogaine Women's 2% Minoxidil. One user suggests that the list may be influenced by sponsorship and emphasizes that minoxidil is commonly recommended but doesn't address the root cause of hair loss like finasteride or dutasteride.

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Dutasteride mesotherapy for hair loss treatment in Germany. The user is considering trying it and seeks opinions from others who have experience with it.

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride involves gradually increasing dutasteride while decreasing finasteride. Studies show dutasteride 0.5 mg daily can improve hair density in men unresponsive to finasteride.

A user has been on finasteride for over 1.5 years but is still losing hair, so they're switching to dutasteride and taking both for 3 months before stopping finasteride. They're concerned about potential hair shedding during the switch even when done correctly.

The user has been on finasteride for 8 months and minoxidil for 3 months, experiencing minor regrowth at the temples but overall worse hair loss, with constant shedding and itching. They are concerned about thinning on the sides and nape, questioning if it's diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and seeking advice on what to do next.