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      community Should I start minoxidil before finasteride?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male from Bangladesh is experiencing hair loss and was advised by a dermatologist to use ketoconazole shampoo, anti-fungal treatments, biotin, and 5% minoxidil, with finasteride to be considered after six months. The user is unsure whether to follow this advice or start finasteride immediately alongside minoxidil.

      community Are there ever going to be any oral DHT blocking treatments in the future?

      in Product  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The discussion revolves around the need for future oral DHT blockers for hair loss treatment that don't have the side effects of current options like Finasteride and Dutasteride. One user suggests that the future of hair loss treatment will likely be topical anti-androgens, as they can target hair follicles without affecting the entire system.

      community Trans: Do I need to use Finnasteride?

      in Transgender 1 year ago
      A transgender individual is starting spironolactone and estradiol for hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and is considering adding finasteride to help with hair loss. They are also planning to use minoxidil and microneedle, but are unsure if they need to use another anti-androgen or more aggressive treatments. A respondent advises against using pyri and suggests waiting to see if the HRT alone is sufficient before becoming dependent on minoxidil.

      community anyone else see progress? or am i tripping

      in Is this regrowth?  53 upvotes 1 year ago
      User sees hair regrowth progress after 3 months using minoxidil, finasteride, derma rolling, keto shampoo, scalp massaging, and anti-thinning shampoo/conditioner. Others agree there's visible improvement.

      community I just went to a dermatologist and there were many red flags about him.

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user visited a dermatologist for hair loss concerns and was prescribed a hair lotion called "Lotion revolotion evdermia," which is meant for hair toning, hydration, and anti-aging, not regrowth. The user found the dermatologist's behavior and the prescription to be questionable.

      community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

      in Scalp Massage  48 upvotes 2 years ago
      People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.

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

      in Research/Science  739 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 Homemade topical spironolactone

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 2 years ago
      The potential effectiveness of homemade topical spironolactone in treating hair loss, with studies suggesting it is more effective than finasteride and even minoxidil when used as monotherapy. The conversation also mentions that other anti-androgens are being developed which may soon hit the market.

      community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

      in Research/Science  92 upvotes 2 years ago
      The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.

      community topical fluridil/eucapil + dut to block all DHT+T from scalp?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      User experienced slow gains with topical fin+min, switched to topical dut+min, and considered adding Eucapil. Another user suggested DUT may be less effective topically due to high molar mass and mentioned Fluridil as a weak anti-androgen that could help.

      community Silicon Valley backed company aims to cure hair loss

      in Technology  51 upvotes 2 years ago
      A Silicon Valley-backed company aims to cure hair loss. Exciting advancements include mRNA therapies, gene editing, hair cloning, AR degraders, anti-androgens, cell-based rejuvenation, and AI-based drug discovery, with hopes for FDA approval of GT20029 within 10 years.

      community Is Sulforaphane really an option?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential benefits of Sulforaphane for hair growth, with a suggestion to grow broccoli sprouts for the best results. One user doubts its effectiveness for hair loss but notes its anti-cancer and hormetic benefits.

      community Anyone here using both Alfatradiol and Fluridil?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      User asks if stacking Alfatradiol and Fluridil is effective for hair loss. Alfatradiol is a weaker, topical 5ar inhibitor, while Fluridil is an anti-androgen preventing DHT binding to hair follicles.

      community Korea launches 1st OTC hair loss drug

      in Treatment  31 upvotes 3 years ago
      Korea launched its first OTC oral hair loss drug, dexpanthenol B5. Users discuss its anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory effects but note a lack of efficacy studies.

      community The Big Fat Layer / Remedies: Cetirizine

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      Treating hair loss with various remedies, such as Cetirizine and the Big3 complex (minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841), which have properties like adipogenic, anti-fibrotic and anti-inflammatory. References to research studies are also included.

      community Dutasteride questions

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      Switching to dutasteride as a hair loss prevention treatment, along with minoxidil, dermarolling and nizoral shampoo, and the potential benefits and side effects of using finasteride and/or dutasteride in combination with topical anti-androgens like RU58841.

      community Hopefully a logical question regarding dermarolling.

      in Microneedling 4 years ago
      A user discusses using dermastamping for hair loss and questions the timing of applying a mixture of peppermint oil, spearmint oil, rosemary oil, and castor oil due to their anti-inflammatory effects. They wonder if waiting 10 hours after stamping would be more effective.

      community Dramatic hairloss after stopping Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      User pancake9001 experienced minimal hair growth with Minoxidil for 3 years, but noticed dramatic hair loss after stopping. Replies suggest not stopping Minoxidil and considering adding an anti-androgen for better results.

      community Personal Ranking of Natural/Non-Keto Shampoos For Hairloss

      in Ketoconazole  18 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation ranks natural shampoos used for hair loss, with Pura D'or being the top choice due to its multiple DHT blocking ingredients and value. Other shampoos mentioned include Hims DHT Blocker Shampoo, Bevisen Organic Anti-DHT Shampoo, Ultrax Labs Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo, and Hairgenics Pronexa Therapy Shampoo, with varying effectiveness and prices.

      community Monthly Reminder.

       8 upvotes 6 years ago
      Various treatments for male pattern baldness including Minoxidil, Finasteride/Dutasteride, hair systems, and oral anti-androgens such as Spironolactone and Flutamide. It also mentions dermarolling as a possible treatment in conjunction with minoxidil.