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GlossaryAlopecia Areata (ACC)

autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss on scalp and body

Alopecia Areata (AA) is an autoimmune condition where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles, leading to patchy hair loss on the scalp and other areas of the body. This condition can affect individuals of all ages and often results in round, smooth bald patches, though the extent and pattern of hair loss can vary widely.

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community Accepting the fact that i cant stop it.

in Chat 61 upvotes 1 day ago

A user shares their struggle with hair loss despite trying treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, and expresses frustration over ineffective medical advice and a failed hair transplant. Others in the conversation suggest alternative treatments, acceptance of baldness, and focusing on other life aspects.

community Oral min and Isotretinoin (accutane) to respond

in Chat 4 months ago

Oral minoxidil combined with isotretinoin may improve hair loss treatment effectiveness. Tretinoin is known to increase the absorption of topical minoxidil.

community According to this study, drinking green tea might make things worse?

in Research/Science 5 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses whether drinking green tea affects hair loss, with one user concerned it might increase DHT levels. The user is already using finasteride and wants to ensure green tea doesn't hinder progress.

community Shaving is NOT accepting baldness

in Shaved/buzzed 52 upvotes 1 year ago

Accepting baldness and the various ways people try to cope with it, such as shaving, using medications like minoxidil and finasteride, or getting a hair transplant. Participants discussed how true acceptance of hair loss involves confronting difficult emotions such as grief for one's former appearance and identity, as opposed to simply superficially hiding it with a shaved head.

community How long did it take for you to accept your hairloss?

in Chat 1 year ago

Accepting hair loss, and the use of medications such as finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat it. The responses provide advice and personal experiences related to coping with hair loss.

community According to one study, topical spironolactone is more effective than topical finasteride for both men women.

in Treatment 13 upvotes 3 years ago

Topical spironolactone is more effective than topical finasteride for treating hair loss in both men and women. Oral spironolactone can affect testosterone, but the topical form doesn't impact the endocrine system.

community Polydopamine Synergizes with Quercetin Nanosystem to Reshape the Perifollicular Microenvironment for Accelerating Hair Regrowth in Androgenetic Alopecia.

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 7 months ago

A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgenetic alopecia by reshaping the perifollicular microenvironment, outperforming minoxidil in hair regeneration. The nanosystem promotes cell proliferation, hair follicle renewal, and recovery by scavenging reactive oxygen species and enhancing neovascularity.

community I accepted my hair loss and shaved it. Hair loss controls me no more

in Satire 330 upvotes 1 year ago

User accepted hair loss, shaved head, and feels free. Others joke about confusing photo angles.

community POST ACCUTANE HAIR LOSS- Please help and leave your experiences and suggestions

in Female 10 upvotes 3 years ago

A user named Medical_Opinion8120, a 23-year-old female, is experiencing hair loss potentially due to a past accutane course. She has tried minoxidil without success and is currently taking iron and zinc supplements.

community Severe accutane TE: will this sort itself out? When?

in Question 5 upvotes 7 years ago

A user experienced severe hair loss after stopping Accutane and is concerned about using Minoxidil due to anxiety and doubts about its effectiveness. They are seeking advice on whether the hair loss will resolve on its own and if they should expect recovery soon.

community Normalize hair systems for men! If females can get extensions and wear makeup it should be socially acceptable for men to wear a hair piece

in Hair Systems 1061 upvotes 3 months ago

Men should feel socially accepted wearing hair systems, similar to how women use extensions and makeup. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants.

community Apparently I accidentally bought this, but how do I even use it? I have some K&B solution, rosemary oil (lmao) and castor oil. What do I put the powder in

in Product 5 months ago

The user accidentally bought a hair loss treatment and is seeking advice on how to use it with K&B solution, rosemary oil, and castor oil. They mention the phase 3 trial was disappointing but want to make use of the product.

community Study: Dutasteride Mesotherapy Accelerates Hair Loss in Female Patients with Metabolic Syndrome

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 15 upvotes 9 months ago

Dutasteride mesotherapy in women with metabolic syndrome accelerated hair loss after initial regrowth, while women without metabolic syndrome saw continuous regrowth. The user with mild insulin resistance is hesitant to try topical dutasteride and seeks experiences from others with insulin resistance.

community People need to start accepting that only medical therapy (Fin/Dut) can save your hair in the long run.

in Treatment 112 upvotes 11 months ago

Minoxidil can regrow hair but doesn't address the underlying issue of DHT, leading to continued hair loss. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, mentioning side effects, personal outcomes, and alternatives like microdosing topical finasteride.

community My hair thinning after Accutane and B12 deficiency. Using minoxidil.

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced hair thinning after taking Accutane and having a B12 deficiency. They are currently using minoxidil and beclomethasone dipropionate lotion for treatment.

community Why I Will be Accepting Baldness

in Chat 204 upvotes 1 year ago

User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.

community for last post accusing me of hair transplant

in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

A user's transformation due to their efforts in fighting hair loss, which was achieved without a hair transplant; the discussion includes advice about treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride.

community Friendly Reminder that Tressless is not an accurate representation of most people's experiences using medical treatment (Fin/Min/Dut)

in Chat 115 upvotes 19 hours ago

Most people using finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride for hair loss experience maintenance or regrowth, but they often don't discuss it publicly. Online forums may not accurately represent the typical success rates, as satisfied users rarely share their positive outcomes.

community How To Switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride (according to literature)

in Research/Science 11 upvotes 5 months ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Dutasteride is suggested as a more effective alternative.

community How to Switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride according to literature.

in Research/Science 53 upvotes 6 months ago

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.

community found my progress pictures on a scam account

in Progress Pictures 58 upvotes 11 months ago

A user discovered their hair regrowth progress pictures were used in a scam promoting a fake "elixir." The user clarified that their actual results came from using finasteride and minoxidil for three months.

community What do you think of the rise in acceptance and popularity of hair systems/toupees in social media?

in Chat 23 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses the growing acceptance of hair systems/toupees on social media, particularly on TikTok, with mixed personal experiences. Some users prefer treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride despite side effects.

community HMI-115 question about potential earliest access

in Research/Science 10 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 Is this hierarchy of topical anti androgens accurate?

in Ketoconazole 7 upvotes 2 years ago

User on fin, minox, and ketoconazole seeks to add another topical anti-androgen. Hierarchy of effectiveness: 1. RU55841, 2. Fluridil - Eucapil, 3. CB-03-01 - Breezula, 4. Ketoconazole; alfatradiol suggested as addition.

community Don't know how but this is an accurate depiction

in Satire 265 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including topical finasteride, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, RU58841, peppermint oil, and microneedling. It also mentions lifestyle changes like converting to Islam and avoiding smoking, drinking, and partying.

community We need to keep these snake oil companies accountable.

in Treatment 119 upvotes 6 months ago

Biotin is being misleadingly marketed as a primary treatment for androgenic alopecia, overshadowing more effective treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is a call for increased awareness and accountability to prevent misinformation.

community B6,Zinc and acid azelaic inhibit 90% of scalpe DHT according to this study how to make the same topical formulation

in Treatment 12 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation is about creating a topical hair loss treatment with B6, zinc, and azelaic acid, which is claimed to inhibit 90% of scalp DHT. One user is skeptical about the effectiveness of this treatment and its comparison to other treatments without side effects.

community Should I Switch to Oral Minoxidil While Continuing Dutasteride? Need Advice on Next Steps After Accelerated Shedding

in General 159 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and is considering switching from a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin to oral minoxidil while continuing oral dutasteride. They are seeking advice on whether to make this switch or wait for the shedding to stabilize, and are concerned about potential side effects of oral minoxidil.

community Should I Switch to Oral Minoxidil While Continuing Dutasteride? Need Advice on Next Steps After Accelerated Shedding

in Minoxidil 2 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is experiencing increased hair shedding despite using oral dutasteride and a topical solution with minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil while continuing dutasteride to address the shedding and seek advice on this potential change.

community Switch to Oral Minoxidil While Continuing Dutasteride? Need Advice on Next Steps After Accelerated Shedding

in Progress Pictures 2 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and is considering switching from a topical solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin to oral minoxidil while continuing oral dutasteride. They are seeking advice on whether this change could improve results and if the recent shedding could be due to a 2-week interruption in dutasteride.