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      community Hairloss all over body and head

       4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old experiencing hair thinning all over the body and head, despite using minoxidil and having low vitamin D levels, is advised to seek a second opinion from a dermatologist specializing in hair loss. The likely diagnosis is diffuse alopecia areata, which may require treatment with a JAK inhibitor.

      community Has anyone had suicidal thoughts because of their ruined appearance?

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses feelings of despair and low self-worth due to hair loss and other perceived physical shortcomings. The user expresses a lack of motivation and struggles with societal expectations, despite trying various self-improvement methods.

      community Am I crazy or is this recovery?

      in Is this regrowth?  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing sudden hair loss and is considering micro-needling, low-level light therapy, iron supplements, folihair, and Omega 3. They are hesitant to start finasteride, suspecting the hair loss might be due to telogen effluvium from a past COVID-19 infection.

      community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

       413 upvotes 1 year ago
      Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community Amazon now limits the amount of meds you can order

       7 upvotes 1 week ago
      Amazon now limits medication orders, causing issues for those needing early refills, like the user taking dutasteride. The user is concerned about running out of medication due to these restrictions.

      community 3D printing hair for friend at work

       606 upvotes 3 months ago
      3D printing hair for aesthetic purposes, highlighting its potential for cosplay and improving appearance. Users express excitement about the innovation and its impact on looks, especially for those experiencing hair loss.

      community Anyone had anemia + AGA/thinning ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP experienced significant hair regrowth after recovering from iron deficiency anemia and starting minoxidil. They suspect anemia contributed more to their hair loss than androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

      community What is up with all these body dysmorphic posts lately?

      in Chat  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about body dysmorphia related to hair loss, with some users expressing frustration over posts claiming treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are ineffective or harmful despite minimal hair loss. It emphasizes the importance of early treatment with medications like finasteride and minoxidil for those experiencing hair loss.

      community I wish I were a man so bad. Life is cruel

       225 upvotes 6 months ago
      A woman with androgenetic alopecia uses Dutasteride and Bicalutamide but feels devastated due to increased sensitivity to DHT. She considers wigs, Minoxidil, and seeks advice on options like spironolactone, hair transplants, and therapy.

      community I can't take it anymore, thinking about the worst

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The individual is struggling with hair loss and depression, having tried treatments like Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil, but faced side effects and limited success. They are considering a hair transplant and other options while dealing with personal challenges, including knee injuries and weight issues, and are encouraged by others to focus on self-improvement and acceptance.

      community A Short Recap on PP405 and AAD 2026

      in Update 5 months ago
      PP405 is a promising experimental topical treatment for alopecia that reactivates dormant hair follicles by targeting cellular energy, with large-scale trials planned for 2026. While it shows potential, it cannot regenerate permanently destroyed follicles, making hair transplants the only guaranteed solution for advanced baldness currently.

      community Stem cell feat may lead to fix for baldness

       17 upvotes 12 years ago
      The conversation discusses the complexity of reversing hair loss and the need for a treatment that specifically targets DHT levels without affecting other bodily functions. It mentions finasteride as a current treatment but highlights the desire for a solution that works solely on the scalp.

      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 Why do the mice always win????

       25 upvotes 1 year ago
      A new stem cell therapy shows promise in treating hair loss, but skepticism remains about its availability. Users humorously discuss the effectiveness of treatments on mice compared to humans.

      community Wanting to try topical AHK-CU/GHK-CU

       6 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is exploring topical treatments AHK-CU and GHK-CU for hair loss, avoiding Minoxidil and prescription medications. They believe their hair loss is not genetic but caused by Accutane, and are considering products like Neurogan and Bloom by Fleur.