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    Glossary Delusional Infestation

    false belief of being infested with parasites or insects

    Delusional Infestation, also known as Delusional Parasitosis or Ekbom Syndrome, is a psychiatric condition where individuals falsely believe they are infested with parasites, insects, or other organisms. Despite the absence of any medical evidence, sufferers may experience intense itching, skin lesions from excessive scratching, and a persistent conviction that they are infested, often leading to significant distress and impairment in daily functioning.

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      community My Delusional Hope - This page becomes irrelevant in 2030s

       54 upvotes 10 months ago
      People are hopeful for a permanent hair loss solution by the 2030s, considering options like hair cloning and treatments like pp405. Synthetic hair transplants have been attempted but are not effective long-term.

      community Improvement or Delusional? 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.

      community Might be progress and might be a delusional post

      in Is this regrowth?  188 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride for 7 months and minoxidil for 3.5 months, with many commenters noting visible progress. The user has not experienced side effects and is considering additional treatments like microneedling.

      community Is my brother balding or am I delusional?

      in Satire  937 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, suggesting minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, nizoral shampoo, and various unconventional methods. It also includes jokes about hairlines and the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community Are these baby hairs or I'm just delusional

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil and finasteride for 8 months and is questioning if new baby hairs are growing. Opinions vary, with some suggesting the hairs are signs of regrowth and others suggesting delusion.

      community Now That PP405 Hype is Gone What is Everyone Coping with as the Next Cure?

       41 upvotes 1 month ago
      People are discussing various hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and new potential treatments like vdphl01, ABS-201, and KX-826. Some express hope in future developments like hair cloning and CRISPR, while others emphasize acceptance and sticking with current treatments.

      community 4 years 0.5mg fin progress. Should I add more?

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 0.5mg finasteride daily for 4 years and is considering adding minoxidil, either oral or topical, to improve hairline density. They are also contemplating a hair transplant and have been using derma rolling and ketoconazole inconsistently.

      community 19. are my corners coming back?

       2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 6 months and minoxidil for 12 months to address hair loss and recently started estradiol monotherapy for additional benefits. They are unsure if their hair is regrowing and are seeking advice on their progress.

      community When Elon balds again, would he be interested in hair cloning?

      4 months ago
      The conversation is about skepticism regarding Elon Musk's potential interest in hair cloning and includes unrelated discussions about Epstein and political opinions. Hair cloning is not seen as a trillion-dollar industry unless Elon Musk invests heavily in it.

      community Started on February 14th now april 15th

       3 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user started using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and vitamins, including freeze-dried organ capsules, for hair regrowth. They report satisfying results with some improvement, though opinions on progress vary.

      community 4.5 months topical finasteride and topical min. Same length

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride and minoxidil, with users debating the effectiveness and honesty of progress pictures. Some users claim significant regrowth, while others argue about the influence of lighting and angles on perceived results.

      community Looks like This sub is a gold mine

       866 upvotes 6 months ago
      Bald men in Mozambique are being targeted due to superstitions that their heads contain gold, leading to dangerous rituals. The conversation humorously discusses this belief and its implications.

      community 2.5 Years Fin/Min - progress pics

       1296 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user achieved significant hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride over 2.5 years, with results plateauing after a year. They experienced minimal side effects and used microneedling to enhance results.

      community Am I seeing regrowth? (Halfway through month 5)

      in Is this regrowth?  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair regrowth after five months on a treatment regimen including Musely's bloom+ pill (Minoxidil and Dutasteride), Nizoral, and microneedling. They are optimistic about the results and have not experienced any side effects.

      community Result - 5 months of topical minoxidil

       7490 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 37-year-old man achieved significant hair regrowth in five months using topical minoxidil 5%, rosemary oil massages, and Nizoral 2% shampoo. His impressive results led to disbelief and admiration, with some attributing his success to being a "hyper responder."

      community Hairline hairs wont grow past a certain length :(

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and microneedling, noting significant hair regrowth except at the hairline. They plan to start oral minoxidil and switch to a combination treatment, while another user mentioned that some miniaturized hairs may not fully recover.

      community 25M 9 months on Finasteride results

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  247 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old experienced hair regrowth and reduced shedding after 9 months on finasteride, with inconsistent minoxidil use. Users discussed hairline changes, shedding phases, and the effectiveness of finasteride, with some mentioning side effects and other treatments like rosemary oil.

      community A 2005 Hairloss Forum Describing How Close We Are To A Cure

       81 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 are discussed, with mixed results and ongoing hope for better solutions. Users express skepticism about a cure, sharing experiences with various treatments and lifestyle changes.

      community My DHT levels have increased after taking 0.25mg Fin for 47 days!

       186 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced increased hair shedding and unchanged DHT levels after taking 0.25mg of finasteride for 47 days, leading them to increase the dose to 0.5mg. Others discussed varying experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and the importance of measuring scalp DHT.

      community Around 2 months oral Fin/min low dose

       80 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after two months on a Hims oral treatment combining 3 mg minoxidil, 1.1 mg finasteride, and vitamins. The treatment is considered a normal/high dose, and the user reported initial side effects like oily skin and acne, which subsided over time.

      community Started fin 10 seconds ago. Is this regrowth?

      in Satire  609 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user humorously questions if finasteride can cause hair regrowth in just 10 seconds. Responses include jokes about unrealistic expectations, suggestions to try minoxidil and microneedling, and discussions on hair loss treatments.

      community Was scared to try fin and jumped straight to 2.5mg Dut?

       36 upvotes 4 days ago
      The user started with oral minoxidil and switched to 2.5mg dutasteride, experiencing significant hair growth without side effects. They believe dutasteride has fewer side effects than finasteride due to its action on both type 1 and 2 5-alpha reductase enzymes.

      community Major dutasteride hairline recession

       4 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user experienced hairline recession after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and increasing the dosage. They plan to start using oral minoxidil and are advised to be patient as shedding is expected during the transition.