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      community Can MPB come and go?

       5 upvotes 8 years ago
      Hair loss can stabilize at a certain level and may not be permanent, especially if hormonal. The user experienced hair regrowth after using fish oil and derma rolling, but is hesitant to use Minoxidil or finasteride.

      community Anyone shift to dut gel cap after tablet didn't work?

       1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced worsening hair loss despite using dutasteride tablets and is considering switching to dutasteride gel capsules due to concerns about tablet bioavailability. Another user mentioned that countries like Japan, Korea, and India use the tablet form, suggesting the form may not be the issue.

      community Balding without a family history

      in Chat  6 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss without a family history and suspects stress or telogen effluvium (TE) as the cause, despite using finasteride without results. Others suggest stress, vitamin deficiencies, or other conditions could be factors, and some mention that balding can occur without a family history.

      community Questions about DUPA and figuring out what my hairloss is (NEED INPUT BADLY)

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses severe hair shedding and thinning, with the original poster using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and other supplements without improvement. The discussion highlights the possibility of telogen effluvium and the importance of addressing potential underlying health issues, such as stress and gut health, rather than assuming diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA).

      community Update on PP405 Trails - Pelage

       14 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses interest in participating in PP405 trials for hair loss treatment, with users expressing uncertainty about eligibility due to location. Participants are eager for updates and willing to pay for shipping if trials are limited to America.

      community Pp405 - lowkey kinda bad results

       18 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 increased hair density by 20% in 31% of participants, but results are considered underwhelming. Minoxidil and finasteride are seen as more effective treatments.

      community rudirect ru58841 seems bunk to me

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      RU58841 from rudirect caused more hair shedding and itch, while anageninc's RU58841 improved the situation. Users are concerned about the quality and authenticity of RU58841 from different suppliers, including those from China.

      community Modifiability of the aging process

       17 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss is largely influenced by genetics, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 being used to manage it. Despite healthy lifestyles, hair loss can still occur, highlighting the complex relationship between genetics, health, and aging.

      community PP405 Has a Wikipedia Page - WooHoo

       20 upvotes 9 months ago
      PP405 now has a Wikipedia page, generating more discussion and attention. One user plans to continue using finasteride until PP405 is proven effective and widely available.

      community Is this sub gonna accept that PP405 is a nothingburger? Or do we wait 5 more years?

       99 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism about the effectiveness of PP405 for hair loss, with users mentioning treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, clascoterone, and upcoming drugs like breezula and long-release oral minoxidil. Some users express hope for future treatments like vdphl01 and amplifica, while others debate the effectiveness and side effects of current options.

      community Has there been any update or progress on the 3-alpha hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase hypothesis?

       13 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses the hypothesis that a lack of the enzyme 3-alpha hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase (3α-HSD) on the scalp may contribute to hair loss by allowing DHT to accumulate. Despite interest in this theory, no recent research has been conducted, and current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil remain the most supported options.

      community Why Is No One Talking About Chromosome 20?

      in Chat  32 upvotes 1 year ago
      Some hair loss may be linked to chromosome 20, which isn't affected by DHT blockers like finasteride. Treatments like minoxidil, microneedling, and genetic testing are suggested, but their effectiveness for this type of hair loss is uncertain.

      community Is diffuse thinning even treatable?

       18 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for two years without improvement in diffuse thinning and is considering switching to dutasteride and getting a scalp biopsy. Suggestions include treating subclinical hypothyroidism, trying PRP therapy, and checking for autoimmune issues.

      community Breezula is the final brick in the wall

       36 upvotes 2 months ago
      Breezula is discussed as a potential topical anti-androgen treatment for hair loss, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness and side effects compared to other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Some users express skepticism about its long-term efficacy and potential side effects, while others are hopeful for its approval and use in combination with existing treatments.

      community Has anyone ordered JXL-069 (grey market PP405)?

       53 upvotes 1 year ago
      People are discussing JXL-069 (PP405) for hair loss, with some experimenting with a 0.05% topical gel. Concerns about safety and efficacy persist due to limited testing and lack of official approval.

      community The Breezula 539% headline is doing a lot of heavy lifting right now.

       16 upvotes 4 months ago
      Breezula shows promising results for hair loss, with one trial showing a 539% improvement and another 168%, but lacks combination data with treatments like minoxidil or dutasteride. Its mechanism differs from finasteride, potentially offering fewer side effects by blocking receptors locally at the follicle.

      community Consenus on Kx-826/pyrilutamide vs ru58841

       11 upvotes 1 week ago
      KX-826 is considered effective for hair maintenance, with better safety research than RU58841, but lacks positive anecdotes. RU58841 is seen as potentially stronger, but concerns exist about systemic effects; combining anti-androgens with 5AR inhibitors is suggested for better results.

      community 5 months, min/fin, biotin/folic acid/zinc, mn, massages, niacin, cipaxil

       5 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, folic acid, zinc, micro-needling, niacin, and cipaxil, with the user preparing for a hair transplant. The user experiences side effects with topical finasteride and is hesitant to try oral dutasteride.

      community Source for topical valproic acid?

       2 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about finding a source for topical valproic acid for hair regrowth. The user mentions PP405 and the unavailability of products from certain suppliers.

      community Kintor starts a new Phase 3 for Pyri... (1+ year)

       16 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses Kintor's initiation of a new Phase 3 trial to assess the long-term safety of Pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss, which will last 52 weeks. Specific treatments mentioned include Pyrilutamide.