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GlossaryActivated Charcoal

highly porous carbon used for adsorbing toxins and impurities

Activated Charcoal, also known as Activated Carbon, is a form of carbon that has been processed to have small, low-volume pores that increase its surface area. This makes it highly effective at adsorbing (binding to) toxins and impurities, which is why it's commonly used in medical treatments for poisonings, water filtration systems, and even in beauty products to cleanse the skin and hair.

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community 4 month Finasteride and 3 month Minoxidil Results

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1400 upvotes 3 years ago

A user's success in treating his diffuse and crown hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil; other users sharing their experiences, both successful and unsuccessful, and the importance of research and listening to one's body when deciding on treatments.

community Platelet rich plasma treatment

in Treatment 4 upvotes 8 months ago

A 27-year-old male experienced rapid hair loss after dengue fever, which activated a balding gene. The doctor suggested platelet-rich plasma treatment for hair regrowth.

community A science based addition to your hair loss routine

in Research/Science 23 upvotes 5 months ago

Blocking the Mitochondrial pyruvate carrier and using aldose reductase inhibitors like Indian gooseberry and berberine may help with hair growth. Magnesium can also be added to increase NADPH.

community How to use thickening hair products?

in Styling 13 upvotes 2 years ago

User asks for advice on using hair thickening products and their order of application. Experienced styler suggests using thickening tonic with a blow dryer, followed by styling powder and clay, then hair fibers, and finishing with hairspray.

community Anyone know by what percentage Pyrilutamide or Ru decrease your androgens?

in Chat 1 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Pyrilutamide and RU58841 are androgen receptor antagonists that block receptors without significantly reducing testosterone or DHT levels. Any indirect effect on androgen levels is likely negligible.

community 1mg fin daily. 1 month, 11 months, 1 year 2 months.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2138 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared impressive hair regrowth results after using 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with minimal side effects. The user also mentioned taking biotin gummies and experiencing periods of shedding followed by thicker hair growth.

community Progress: 1 year mtf hrt, 9 months Min/Fin

in Transgender 116 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year on male-to-female hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and nine months using minoxidil and finasteride. They noted a reduction in body hair and attributed much of the hair regrowth to the addition of minoxidil.

community 5 years of fin/min…time to get on dut? Or is HT only option?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 101 upvotes 1 month ago

The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 5 years to prevent hair loss and is considering adding dutasteride for regrowth or opting for a hair transplant. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant for better results.

community Hairloss Treatment - General health and efficacy-conscious stack overview

in Treatment 2 months ago

The conversation discusses managing hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and saw palmetto, emphasizing the importance of scalp health and DHT reduction. The user shares personal experiences and suggests a balanced approach, combining topical treatments and lifestyle changes for effective hair regrowth.

community has anyone tried rubbing receipt paper on their heads as a free topical antiandrogen?

in Satire 49 upvotes 3 months ago

This post and conversation are about using receipt paper as a satirical treatment for hair loss. Users humorously discuss various absurd methods, including rubbing, ingesting, and making suppositories out of receipts.

community Verteporfin FUT 9 Month Update

in Research/Science 76 upvotes 5 months ago

Dr. Bloxham's 9-month update on FUT scar revision with Verteporfin shows promising results. Excitement is high for FUE, which appears highly effective based on Dr. Barghouthi's findings.

community 12 Months Hair Transplant Progress / 3500 Grafts (1 YEAR)

in Transplants 1120 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared their 12-month progress after a 3500-graft hair transplant at Heva Clinic in Istanbul, choosing not to use minoxidil or finasteride. The results were praised, with comments noting the natural look and significant improvement.

community Next month marks 2 years on Dutasteride. When does it start working?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 36 upvotes 6 months ago

A user has been on dutasteride for nearly 2 years with no improvement in hair loss, expressing frustration. Other users suggest checking for other health conditions, getting bloodwork, and considering stopping TRT or trying finasteride.

community New Research- Creatine Increasing Scalp DHT Without Corresponding Serum DHT Increase

in Research/Science 120 upvotes 7 months ago

Creatine may increase scalp DHT without affecting serum DHT, potentially speeding up male pattern baldness (MPB) for those genetically prone. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Lion Mane Part 2: Microneedling with Topicals, beneficial compounds, maybe?

in Microneedling 1 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses microneedling techniques and the use of Minoxidil, copper peptides, EGF, FGF, ceramides, and hydration serums to enhance hair growth. It explores optimizing scalp conditions and the potential benefits of various compounds in conjunction with microneedling.

community Fluridil/topilutamide experince

in Treatment 3 upvotes 9 months ago

A user is trying fluridil/topilutamide for hair loss and experiencing side effects like pain in the testicles and genital discomfort. They previously had adverse effects with finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841, and are considering other treatments like topical dutasteride and spironolactone for maintenance before a hair transplant.

community Spanish dermatologist suggests sulforaphane for AGA

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 11 months ago

A Spanish dermatologist suggests sulforaphane for androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to its potential to remove DHT metabolites, though high dosages are needed. A topical formulation might be possible.

community Oral Fin 5 months update. Was already on topical min for 10 years.

in Progress Pictures 117 upvotes 1 year ago

Using oral finasteride in combination with topical minoxidil and dermarolling for hair loss. Some users have reported significant regrowth when adding finasteride to their minoxidil routine, suggesting that reducing DHT levels may be a key factor in hair regrowth.

community How much does diet affect hair loss?

in Chat 45 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation suggests that changing diet and lifestyle has little to no effect on male pattern baldness (MPB), which is largely determined by genetics. Some individuals noted personal improvements in hair condition with healthier diets, but the consensus is that diet alone cannot prevent or reverse MPB.

community Maybe oral min was not that good of an idea for someone this naturally hairy

in Satire 413 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses increased body hair after using oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment. Others share experiences and debate benefits of being hairy versus bald.

community [M30] 15 months progress on Oral Dutasteride and Sublingual Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 238 upvotes 1 year ago

User shared 15-month progress using Oral Dutasteride and Sublingual Minoxidil for hair loss. Treatment improved hair density, now considering hair transplant with fewer grafts.

community “You can’t regrow hair that’s gone.” HMB

in Progress Pictures 32 upvotes 1 year ago

User regrew lost hair using microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, fish oil, and collagen peptide. Progress was slow but constant, and patience was important.

community The truth about Dutasteride (w/ sources)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 52 upvotes 1 year ago

The effectiveness of Dutasteride compared to Finasteride in treating hair loss, with evidence given such as studies and experiences, as well as discussion around whether one should switch from Finasteride to Dutasteride. There is also a discussion on post-Dutasteride syndrome.

community Drinking topical Min is going too far…

in Minoxidil 433 upvotes 1 year ago

Various methods of using minoxidil, including taking it orally, to treat hair loss. Finasteride is also mentioned as another treatment option.

community Me when my wife asks me why my scalp is red every Sunday night.

in Satire 792 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss discussion includes microneedling and optimal needle lengths. Users suggest doing treatments at night for better healing.

community 5 Month's progress on Topical FIN, MIN, Topical Dut, Laser Cap

in Progress Pictures 577 upvotes 3 years ago

User "hemantch" shares 5 months progress using topical Fin, Min, topical Dut, and a laser cap for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noticed after 1 month, and the treatments worked well despite being bald for 10 years.

community My experience with dutasteride 4.5 months and oral minoxidil 1.5 months so far

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 3 years ago

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and added oral minoxidil, which helped regrow their hairline and reduce shedding. They experienced side effects like brain fog, sluggishness, and fat gain with dutasteride, and slight chest tightness with oral minoxidil.

community Ejaculation & balding: NoFap has helped me stop my hair loss [case study]

37 upvotes 7 years ago

The user claims NoFap (abstaining from pornography, masturbation, and orgasm) helped stop their hair loss. Others argue that hair loss is primarily due to genetics and DHT, which can be managed with finasteride.

community PP405: The Ultimate Hair Loss Drug for Complete Hair Growth

in Research/Science 198 upvotes 2 days ago

PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in phase 2 trials that may promote hair growth by increasing lactate production and activating hair follicle stem cells. It could potentially replace hormone-disrupting treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community Why is Minoxidil not enough for hair loss? (No fin)

in Minoxidil 57 upvotes 1 week ago

Minoxidil alone is often insufficient for treating hair loss because it doesn't address the DHT-related cause. Combining it with finasteride, a DHT blocker, is generally more effective.