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      community 21 months on topical minoxidil and full HRT

      in Transgender  214 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation is about a transgender individual's experience with hair regrowth using topical minoxidil and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), expressing concern about the slow growth and thin appearance of their hair. Some responses encourage patience and highlight the variability of results, while others discuss the role of HRT and its effects.

      community Have to share with you guys. I’m 41. Can’t believe this is actually working. I was bald as hell 1 year ago. I have a ways to go still. Pics of all products included. Most purchased on Amazon

      in Progress Pictures  1315 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth using a combination of derma stamping, Retinol, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, and RU58841, with no side effects. Others discussed their varied experiences with these treatments, including concerns about potential side effects like heart issues and sexual dysfunction.

      community Spironolactone for 11 years, finasteride for almost 5 years, started oral minoxidil in November 😢 ended oral contraceptive in Dec.

      in Progress Pictures  224 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their 11-year experience with spironolactone and nearly 5 years with finasteride for hair loss, recently adding oral minoxidil and stopping birth control. Various treatments were discussed, including organic options, checking for underlying health issues, considering dutasteride, and the potential role of progesterone in hair loss.

      community Platelet rich plasma treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 6 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 I got prescribed topical finasteride!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user was prescribed 0.3% topical finasteride with 5% minoxidil for use on the temples twice daily, while continuing minoxidil on the full scalp. Replies suggested using the treatment once daily and questioned the logic of treating only the temples, with one suggesting dilution for use across the entire scalp.

      community Hair energiser tablets, useful or not?

      in Product 6 months ago
      A user is unsure if "Hair Energiser" tablets are effective for hair growth after a year of use. Replies suggest using finasteride instead and call the tablets a scam.

      community Anyone here in the 0% like me?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  45 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has tried topical minoxidil, oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermapen for over a year without seeing hair regrowth and has now switched to dutasteride, planning to continue until summer. Some responses suggest that no further hair loss could be considered progress, question the visibility of hair loss, and recommend trying vitamin D.

      community do any supplements actually work?

      in Female  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user asked if collagen or hair growth supplements made their hair thicker. Another user suggested that Vitamin D might help if deficient.

      community The celebrated doctors that we adore so much and whose advice we hear without doubts, are only humans after all

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user visited three dermatologists for hair loss treatment and was disappointed with their lack of thorough examination and discussion. Treatments prescribed included minoxidil, finasteride, multivitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D3, and biotin, but the user was dissatisfied with the approach and lack of consideration for newer treatments.

      community Probably progress in about 4 months

      in Progress Pictures  47 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user started using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but stopped minoxidil due to scalp issues and tinnitus. They experienced testicular pain, shedding, and side effects like itchy chest and watery sperm, but noticed considerable hair regrowth except at the temples.

      community Seb derm is eating my hair?!?!

      in Chat  41 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 22-year-old male is experiencing hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis, not male pattern baldness, and is seeking advice. Suggestions include using Nizoral, sulfate-free and ketoconazole shampoos, cutting hair short, using cold water, avoiding picking scabs, and trying selenium sulfide shampoo or finasteride.

      community DNA Testing by Roots by Genetic Arts

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with Roots by GA, a company that creates personalized hair loss treatments based on DNA analysis, which confirmed their inability to tolerate finasteride. The user is satisfied with their progress 30 days after a hair transplant and the customized formula they received.

      community Very reluctantly starting Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.

      community Late responders on finasteride alone

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about someone who has not seen hair regrowth after 6 months on finasteride alone, asking if others have experienced delayed results. Some responses indicate that results can sometimes be seen after 12 months, with full effects up to 24 months.

      community RU-58841 Lung Disease Possibility | Chest pain, "heart issues", etc

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 7 months ago
      Some users of RU-58841 report cardiovascular symptoms like heart palpitations and chest tightness, which may be linked to its metabolites causing lung disease. The safety of RU-58841 is uncertain due to lack of long-term data and concerns about product purity, especially from gray market sources.

      community Testosterone in Reference Range Doesn't Cause Hair Loss

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 7 months ago
      Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hair loss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.

      community Second shedding phase after 6 months? Should I worry?

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 20-year-old started using minoxidil, rosemary oil, Alpecin caffeine shampoos, scalp massager, derma rollers, and supplements for hair regrowth, seeing significant improvement initially. However, after 6 months, they noticed increased shedding and thinning, causing concern about whether this is normal or indicative of a problem.

      community If RU58841 is such an effective anti androgen

      in Research/Science  46 upvotes 8 months ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a topical anti-androgen for hair loss, but its effectiveness and safety are not well-documented, leading to mixed opinions and experiences among users. Some combine it with finasteride, but concerns about side effects and lack of FDA approval limit its popularity.

      community Can low level of vitamins cause hair loss?

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about whether low vitamin levels can cause hair loss. The consensus is that the user's vitamin levels are normal and unlikely to affect hair loss or the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil treatments.

      community 8 months update. Oral Fin, topical Min and 1.5 dermaroll

      in Progress Pictures  190 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using Minoxidil for over 10 years, started Finasteride 8 months ago, and is happy with the hair recovery results; they also use a 1.5mm dermaroller weekly and a 0.5mm occasionally. Some believe starting with Minoxidil is less effective than addressing DHT directly, and there's curiosity about whether dermarolling aids absorption.

      community Thoughts on Revitacare Haircare Mesotherapy?

      in Product  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 17-year-old with AGA is considering Revitacare Haircare Mesotherapy, which includes hyaluronic acid, amino acids, zinc, and B vitamins, injected into the scalp. One reply dismisses it as ineffective.