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genetic composition influencing traits and characteristics

Genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an organism, specifically the set of genes it carries. It determines various traits and characteristics, such as eye color or susceptibility to certain diseases, by influencing how the organism's cells function and develop. For example, in the context of hair, a person's genotype can influence whether they are predisposed to conditions like alopecia.

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community Topical Finasteride reduced my DHT more than Oral Dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 42 upvotes 2 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, including the experiences of topical finasteride and oral dutasteride. It also discusses Pyrilutamide, 0.025% topical concentration, Minoxidil, RU58841, and 1% finasteride gel dosage.

community Follow up appointment with Donovan.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 17 upvotes 1 year ago

The user was diagnosed with DUPA and initially treated with finasteride, then switched to dutasteride which worsened their hair loss. They are now returning to finasteride and adding treatments including oral minoxidil, Proscar, Viviscal, pumpkin seed oil, LLLT, and Nizoral shampoo, hoping for hair regrowth.

community Looks like a real cure to the root of baldness (DHT-induced senescence) was proven earlier this year

in Research/Science 732 upvotes 2 years ago

A study that outlines the full model for androgenic alopecia (AGA) which links DHT to cellular senescence in dermal papilla cells, and suggests black chokeberry as a source of cyanidin 3-O-arabinoside polyphenol with potential anti-oxidant properties that could reverse this process. The post encourages reaching out to experts in anti-aging and longevity to research treatments involving the polyphenol.

community I'm a tressless woman who's ready to call it quits.

in Female 13 upvotes 5 years ago

A woman who is considering giving up on her hair loss journey after trying minoxidil and spironolactone, but other posters offer words of encouragement and suggest the use of wigs.

community Trestolone (MENT) as a nuclear treatment

in Treatment 99 upvotes 2 years ago

Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.

community Finally about to start Pyriltamide (ONLY Pyriltamide)

in Chat 63 upvotes 3 months ago

A user is excited to start using Pyriltamide for hair loss after experiencing side effects from topical finasteride. Other users discuss the potential and skepticism of Pyriltamide compared to older treatments like finasteride and RU58841.

community Getting hit hard by the shed….

in Progress Pictures 85 upvotes 5 months ago

A user is experiencing significant hair shedding after starting a treatment regimen of 1mg oral finasteride, 3mg oral minoxidil, 2.5mg biotin, and vitamins. Despite the shedding, they remain optimistic and plan to continue the treatment for a year before making any conclusions.

community 17 month update 30M FUT 2300 grafts 1 year fin/min topical

in Progress Pictures 414 upvotes 9 months ago

A user shared a 17-month update on their hair loss treatment, which included a hair transplant of 2300 grafts, using a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering another transplant and seeking honest feedback on their progress, while others share their own experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.

community 2 Year Fin/Min/Niz Journey AMA

in Progress Pictures 1191 upvotes 10 months ago

A user shared their 2-year hair loss treatment journey using 1mg finasteride daily, 2ml minoxidil daily, Nizoral shampoo 2-3 times a week, recently added dutasteride twice a week, and microneedling once a week. They've seen improvement in their hair and advise consistency with medication, with some users responding positively to the progress.

community Will vellus hairs in thinning areas go terminal if you go all out?

in Transgender 9 upvotes 10 months ago

A trans woman is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and HRT to address hair loss, with noticeable improvement in hairline shape and presence of vellus hairs. She is considering hair transplants if these treatments don't yield desired results within a year or two.

community Nandrolone Replacement Therapy

in Treatment 41 upvotes 1 year ago

A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.

community 13 WEEKS MICRONEEDLING MONOTHERAPY

in Microneedling 187 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's experience with microneedling monotherapy and potential treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, Stemoxydine, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and RU58841 for reversing hair loss.

community My hair journey, at the “shave it” stage in 2019/2022. Now I get compliments off strangers, including woman for my luxurious locks. DUTASTERIDE I LOVE YOU!

in Progress Pictures 141 upvotes 1 year ago

A hair journey of someone who started using Minoxidil, Finasteride and Dutasteride to treat their Androgenic Alopecia. The user reported successful results with the medication, including compliments from strangers.

community My nuclear protocol (scary but very effective)

in Treatment 81 upvotes 2 years ago

A hair loss treatment protocol involving topical and oral medications such as Minoxidil, RU58841, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Melatonin, Zinc, Vitamin B6, NAC, Caffeine, Biotin, Ginseng, and Semen; other treatments including Microneedling, Laser Helmet, Nizoral shampoo, Scalp Massage and supplements like Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Fish Oil, and Biotin; and the potential side effects of using this protocol.

community They said my hair would fall out and I wouldn’t keep my hair gains. 9 months on finasteride!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 436 upvotes 4 years ago

A user's experience with finasteride to prevent hair loss, and how minoxidil may also have played a role in the successful results.

community PICS of early Results! 51 days on Finasteride, Minoxidil and Dermarolling

in Finasteride 57 upvotes 5 years ago

A user shared early positive results after 51 days using finasteride, minoxidil, a DHT blocking shampoo, biotin gummies, and dermarolling to treat hair loss. They noticed new vellus hairs and improved hair density, and provided photos as evidence.

community Dutasteride is for Young Hair Loss Suffers

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 104 upvotes 2 months ago

Dutasteride is discussed as a treatment for young hair loss sufferers, with mixed experiences regarding side effects and effectiveness. Some users report positive results with Dutasteride, while others prefer Finasteride or Minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

community Hair regrowth Journey, 5% Minoxidil 1% Finasteride

in Minoxidil 368 upvotes 2 years ago

This conversation is about a user's regrowth journey using 5% Minoxidil and 1% Finasteride, with positive results after 2 months. Other users offered support or shared their experiences with hair loss treatments.

community Three years + or - on the Big 3. Plus Biotin.

in Progress Pictures 668 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses a user's hair regrowth over three years using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and a hair transplant, along with Biotin supplementation. Some users question the authenticity of the results and the organization of the before-and-after photos.

community Is this hair loss regimen overkill?

in Chat 8 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen that includes Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, Tretinoin, dermarolling, Nizoral, salicylic acid shampoo, vitamins, and possibly The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum. Some responses suggest the regimen might be excessive, while others believe it is sufficient, especially with Dutasteride.

community Justin Bieber hair loss new photos update

in Chat 588 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation suggests Justin Bieber has had a hair transplant, with many users agreeing on the change in his hairline and discussing the commonality of hair loss and transplants among men, including celebrities. Some speculate he might also be using hair loss medications like minoxidil and finasteride.

community If you’re on the fence about Finasteride, don’t wait!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 78 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride, a medication for hair loss that has both positive and negative effects. Users discussed their own personal experiences with the drug as well as potential side-effects of taking it, such as erectile dysfunction or gynecomastia. Suggestions were also made about starting at a lower dosage to minimize these risks.

community Fin was behind Michael Scott's glowup

in Satire 410 upvotes 2 months ago

Michael Scott's hair improvement was likely due to a hair transplant and possibly finasteride. Some believe his hair was intentionally styled poorly in the first season.

community 2.5 months result after using minoxidil+finasteride on scalp

in Progress Pictures 183 upvotes 1 year ago

And minoxidil. This user posted progress pictures after using a combination of minoxidil and finasteride over a 2.5 month period, which received various comments from other users with differing opinions.

community see how easy it is to fake hair growth? i could say this is from 12 weeks of using fin and this community would believe it but in reality they are taken just minutes from each other with proper combing. Don’t be too quick in believing.

in Progress Pictures 460 upvotes 1 year ago

How easy it is to fake hair growth, and the skepticism of progress pictures on the subreddit. Some treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, Toppik/Hair Fibers, Dermmatch and a hair transplant.

community HMI-115 question about potential earliest access

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. HMI-115, a monoclonal antibody drug, is in phase 1 and 2 trials for different conditions, but its availability on the gray market is unlikely due to high production costs.

community First 3 pics are at 6 months .5 mg fin daily, last 3 are 13 months

in Progress Pictures 74 upvotes 10 months ago

The user experienced improved hair at 6 months using 0.5 mg finasteride daily but noticed more scalp visibility and potential hair loss at 13 months, questioning if this was due to shedding or the treatment not working. Some respondents suggested the possibility of a shed or scalp inflammation, while others observed improvements or advised checking for underlying scalp conditions.

community 1 Year on Fin, 2 months on Min

in Progress Pictures 33 upvotes 8 months ago

The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily, 0.05% tretinoin, and 5% topical minoxidil for hair loss. They've seen hairline recession with minoxidil but also new baby hairs, indicating a positive response.

community Scientific evidence for Peppermint & Rosemary oils + My Experience

in Research/Science 114 upvotes 1 year ago

Natural treatments for hair loss, specifically peppermint oil and rosemary oil; how they can be used as a supplementary or alternative treatment to pharmaceuticals such as finasteride and minoxidil; and the personal experience of the user Divallo, who has seen an increase in density and thickness after using these oils for around 2.5 years. The post also touches on the potential antifungal properties of the oils and their effects on cutaneous blood flow.

community Hair loss continues after 1mg fin daily

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has been using finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil once daily, and various oils but continues to experience hair loss. They are considering whether to increase the finasteride dosage or maintain the current regimen until a hair transplant.