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      community Platelet rich plasma treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years 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 PSA: If you're prone to MPB dont take creatine

       103 upvotes 3 years ago
      Creatine might speed up hair loss in those prone to male pattern baldness, possibly due to increased DHT levels. Some users experience no issues when using creatine with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride.

      community Losing the gains and frontline of battle

      in Progress Pictures  59 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of dutasteride, finasteride, and other methods like PRP, laser, and mesotherapy. Despite these treatments, the user is experiencing hair loss, and others suggest consulting a dermatologist, considering alternative treatments, and addressing potential scalp inflammation.

      community No more bald spot! Fin min dut hair regrowth

       244 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth by switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride, along with using a leave-in conditioner, rosemary shampoo, and a hair powder drink. They noted improved hair health and thickness, attributing success to this regimen and advising others on similar treatments.

      community SCUBE 3 (the last hair bender)

       2 upvotes 1 year ago
      SCUBE3 and Amplifica's progress in hair loss treatment is being discussed, with inquiries about their current status and clinical trials. No specific updates or new information are provided in the conversation.

      community Topical min and dermarolling with seborrheic dermatitis

       4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is managing hair loss with oral finasteride, recently switching to dutasteride, and topical minoxidil, but faces challenges due to seborrheic dermatitis. They seek advice on effective regrowth methods that don't worsen their condition, with suggestions including various shampoos like Vichy Dercos and ketoconazole.

      community Added Dut 1x Weekly to Daily Fin (6mo Report)

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride daily for four years and added dutasteride once a week, noticing minimal changes in hairline but reduced shedding. They are considering adding oral minoxidil but prefer to avoid it due to potential side effects.

      community Is this "Hair growth complex" pill from sons anything?

       28 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of a "Hair growth complex" pill, with skepticism about its ingredients like saw palmetto and anagain. Users suggest saw palmetto may help slightly with DHT-related hair loss, but it's less effective than finasteride or dutasteride.

      community 108 days of dutasteride 0,5 mg daily use 25M

       834 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced positive hair regrowth after 108 days of using 0.5 mg daily Dutasteride and Alpecin caffeine shampoo, without Minoxidil. The discussion included advice on dosage, potential side effects, and comparisons with Finasteride and Minoxidil.

      community Community ranking on what new drugs/studies we are most hopeful about?

       10 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments, including clascoterone, GT20029, ET-02, VDPHL01, and PP405, with hopes for new options by 2028. Current treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are expected to remain effective, with clascoterone and VDPHL01 as promising alternatives.

      community What about cofactor NADPH ? Why don't we ever talk about it ?

       11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the role of NADPH in hair loss and the potential impact of creatine and B complex vitamins on hair shedding. The user theorizes that increasing NAD levels with B complex vitamins may reduce hair shedding, despite using finasteride and minoxidil for 9 months.

      community Do dut and fin reduce sebum causing frizzy hair?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing dry, frizzy hair despite using dutasteride and finasteride for hair loss, which may be due to reduced sebum production. Suggestions include using nourishing conditioners, hair oils, and styling products to manage frizz, especially for curly hair.

      community finasteride vs "natural" DHT blockers

       10 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses challenges in obtaining finasteride in the Netherlands and explores alternatives like natural DHT blockers and topical finasteride. Suggestions include consulting different doctors or dermatologists and considering cost-effective options like cutting higher-dose tablets.

      community Reminder: You cannot donate blood if you are taking Fin or Dut

       730 upvotes 1 year ago
      You cannot donate blood if you are taking finasteride or dutasteride due to potential risks to pregnant women. Finasteride has a shorter wait time to donate blood compared to dutasteride, and both oral and topical forms can disqualify you from donating.

      community 23M. 2 month progress 0.5 mg DUT and 5% min twice daily

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male is using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole with zinc pyrithione shampoo twice a week to address diffused thinning and hair loss. He is seeking advice on whether his hair will regrow and if additional treatments are needed.

      community Why you may be taking Dutasteride wrong

       86 upvotes 10 months ago
      Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss, with optimal dosing at 0.5mg once or twice a week to minimize side effects. Topical application may further reduce side effects while effectively lowering scalp DHT.

      community Update for PP405 - phase 2b underway

       122 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is advancing to Phase 2b trials, showing promise from Phase 2a. It may be available in 3-6 years, with trials using a topical gel.

      community Evidence of DUT shedding in clinical trials?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride may cause increased hair shedding, which is not well-documented in clinical trials. Some users report success with dutasteride, but experiences vary, and expectations may influence perceptions of effectiveness.

      community Duta 2,5mg/day - No Progress - 28M

      in Update  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using treatments like oral minoxidil, finasteride, and high-dose dutasteride (2.5 mg). They suspect lichen planus might be contributing to the issue and plan to continue treatment while monitoring progress.