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      community Bad doctors even in the USA

       171 upvotes 6 years ago
      Young men are advised to delay hair transplants until after age 25, using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermarolling to manage hair loss. Concerns about unethical doctors highlight the need for careful planning.

      community Ordering Spironolacton online

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user is seeking advice on where to order Spironolactone online due to delays with Thailand Pharmacy and receives a recommendation for InHousePharmacy, despite current delays. The user is from Europe and cannot obtain the medication through a doctor.

      community NW5.5 testing stack of most common "alternative" treatments and methods

       7 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 43-year-old male with advanced hair loss is experimenting with alternative treatments, including red light therapy, microneedling, scalp massages, an oil mix, and ketoconazole shampoo, after previously experiencing side effects from finasteride and minoxidil. He noticed some minor changes with red light therapy but remains skeptical about significant improvement.

      community Not sure what to do...can you suggest something

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 32-year-old man with advanced hair loss is using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride but sees no results after three months. Suggestions include adding a dermastamp and waiting 12 months, with the possibility of considering a hair transplant.

      community Six months on min/fin + supplement chews

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 49-year-old is using minoxidil, finasteride, and supplement chews for hair growth, experiencing thick growth except on the top, and seeking advice on improving density. Suggestions include continuing treatment, considering additional options like oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, dermapen, and possibly a hair transplant, though cost is a concern.

      community Microneedling questions (18yo) on RU

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      An 18-year-old is seeking advice on microneedling while using RU58841 for hair loss. Recommendations include using a derma pen with 0.5mm needles every two weeks and avoiding RU application for 24 hours post-microneedling to prevent absorption into the bloodstream.

      community Hair Loss "a matter of survival" in South Korea

       335 upvotes 8 months ago
      South Korea's president is advocating for hereditary hair loss to be covered by national health insurance due to its impact on mental health and daily functioning. The discussion highlights the societal pressure in South Korea regarding appearance and the potential benefits of treating hair loss to improve mental health.

      community The amazing fast pace of PP405.

      in Chat  327 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment advancing quickly in trials, generating excitement and skepticism about its effectiveness and marketing claims. Some see it as a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but concerns about long-term effects and the need for DHT blockers persist.

      community FLEAVA are scammers! Buyer beware

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      FLEAVA is accused of scamming customers by enrolling them in unwanted monthly subscriptions for Advanced Copper Peptide without consent. Many users struggled to get refunds and reported ongoing charges despite cancellation requests.

      community How to prepare topical spironolactone?

       6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with androgenic alopecia seeks advice on making topical spironolactone from pills due to poor reactions to the oral form and its unavailability in their country. They are looking for guidance on preparing it themselves.

      community Stopping finasteride for chemo

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user diagnosed with lymphoma is advised to stop finasteride during chemotherapy, with suggestions to consider treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil post-recovery. The focus is on prioritizing health over hair loss, with encouragement and advice from others who have experienced similar situations.

      community Simple to add GHK-Cu to RU58841?

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user seeking advice on adding GHK-Cu to RU58841 for hair loss treatment, while already using oral minoxidil, dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering LLLT. They are unsure about the concentration and carrier solution for GHK-Cu.

      community Opinions- AGA options and pregnancy

      in Female  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with Androgenetic Alopecia is seeking advice on hair growth treatments while planning for pregnancy. Current routine includes LaserCap, Nizoral Shampoo, scalp massage, The Ordinary Multi Peptide Serum, vitamin D, prenatal vitamins, and SEEN shampoo.

      community Doctor says i shouldn't take fin because its "hormonal"

       102 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user in Turkey was advised by a dermatologist to avoid finasteride due to its hormonal effects and was prescribed minoxidil, shampoo, and vitamins instead. The user is considering seeking another doctor's opinion or buying finasteride directly from a pharmacy.

      community What Private blood test should I take?

       9 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.

      community Everything you need to know about KX-826 product (pyrilutamide)

       18 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation discuss KX-826 (pyrilutamide) for hair loss treatment, with positive remarks about its advertising and authenticity in China. The user changed their perspective after further research and seeing genuine advertising.

      community Help me with Minoxidil please.

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old is seeking advice on using minoxidil for hair loss and asks about combining it with rosemary and coconut oil. The response suggests using finasteride to stop hair loss and minoxidil to regrow hair, and confirms that rosemary and coconut oil can be used alongside these treatments.

      community Does anyone take bicalutamide for fphl? If so which dose

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about a female seeking advice on using bicalutamide for female pattern hair loss (FPHL) and considering switching from pumpkin seed oil pills to a stronger treatment. She is looking for dosage information to discuss with her dermatologist.

      community Anything Else?

       5 upvotes 9 years ago
      The conversation is about a user seeking advice on hair loss treatments, using minoxidil, Propecia, biotin, clobetasol, castor oil, and a derma roller. Suggestions include cold showers, a healthy diet, exercise, and sleep.

      community Reducing min to 2.5 mg! Is this a good idea?

       4 upvotes 1 week ago
      Reducing minoxidil from 5mg to 2.5mg is advised by a doctor, as it offers similar hair growth results with fewer side effects. Some users believe 5mg is more effective, but others agree with the doctor's recommendation.

      community Too late for Hair Transplant? My hope is gone, but family says do it

       33 upvotes 1 week ago
      The consensus is that a hair transplant is not advisable due to a weak donor area, and medications like minoxidil, finasteride, or dutasteride should be tried for 1-2 years to stabilize hair loss. A hair system is suggested as a better alternative if medication is not an option.

      community Doctor told me to come off finasteride...

       262 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user experienced gynecomastia after six months on finasteride and was advised by a doctor to stop the medication. They are awaiting blood test results to determine if they can resume finasteride, while others in the conversation discuss similar experiences and potential surgical options.