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      community Dut and Minox possible progress.

      in Progress Pictures  51 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using 0.5mg dutasteride every other day and 1.25mg minoxidil daily for hair loss, with plans to increase minoxidil to 2.5mg daily. Suggestions include trying topical minoxidil with tretinoin, microneedling, and maintaining consistent medication use for better results.

      community DHT Itch and Oily Scalp Explained (and how to fix it)

       90 upvotes 3 months ago
      Malassezia overgrowth can worsen oily scalp and inflammation, contributing to hair loss. Treatments include antifungal shampoos, C6/C8 MCT oil, low-dose isotretinoin, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community GT20029 Will Replace Finasteride For Hair Loss

       58 upvotes 3 months ago
      GT20029 shows promise as a topical treatment for hair loss, potentially replacing finasteride for some due to its low systemic exposure and ability to degrade androgen receptors. However, skepticism remains about its long-term efficacy and availability, with some users expressing doubt about new treatments consistently failing to reach the market.

      community Inflammation's surprising role in shrinking hair follicles and AGA

      in Technology  66 upvotes 4 months ago
      Inflammation plays a significant role in hair follicle miniaturization and androgenetic alopecia, with treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride being used to address it. Users discuss the benefits of anti-inflammatory treatments and peptides like KPV, alongside traditional hair loss treatments, to improve scalp health and hair quality.

      community Making the switch to dutastetide and oral minoxidil

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 4 months ago
      Switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil can cause initial hair shedding, but many users report improvement after a few months. Opinions vary on whether to taper off or switch directly, with some suggesting gradual changes to monitor side effects.

      community Scalp Inflammation Beyond Psoriasis: A Hidden Player in Hair Thinning

      in Technology  54 upvotes 4 months ago
      Scalp inflammation may contribute to hair thinning, with treatments like ketoconazole shampoo potentially helping by reducing inflammation. Some users report that DHT blockers and other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 can alleviate symptoms associated with inflammation.

      community Hair and plants analogy and dht (serious)

       2 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss may be linked to DHT, which can both suppress and increase inflammation, potentially as a defense mechanism. Treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed, but the exact cause of hair loss remains unclear.

      community Everyone hopping on Dutasteride recently

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  30 upvotes 5 months ago
      Many people are switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride for hair loss treatment, believing Dutasteride to be more effective and sometimes experiencing fewer side effects. Some users report initial shedding with Dutasteride but suggest it may lead to better long-term results, while others experience side effects or choose to combine treatments like Minoxidil.

      community is RU worth it if you already take dut and min?

      in Chat  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user taking dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss is considering adding RU58841 to their regimen due to unsatisfactory results. Other users suggest alternatives and discuss the potential temporary benefits and limitations of RU58841.

      community Rejux-3x - the copper peptide combo that tressless overlooks.

       1 upvotes 5 months ago
      Rejuv-3X, a topical blend with GHK-Cu, AHK-Cu, and JXL-089, is used for hair loss, offering a targeted option without finasteride's side effects. The user plans to combine it with microneedling for enhanced results.

      community Transition protocols from fin to dut

      in Chat  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      Transitioning from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss, with suggestions to either slowly transition or frontload dutasteride. The user is also using minoxidil, nizoral, needling, and LLLT.

      community Feeling hopeless even on nuclear stack

       25 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user feels hopeless about hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, and having a hair transplant. They are advised to maintain consistency in treatment, consider increasing dutasteride dosage, and explore topical solutions for better results.

      community Sebum on scalp has reduced, what gives ?

       1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The reduction in scalp oiliness is likely due to finasteride reducing DHT levels and the use of ketoconazole shampoo. The combination of these treatments may have decreased sebum production.

      community Switching from oral to topical dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      Switching from oral to topical dutasteride can cause shedding due to changes in DHT levels, and it's recommended to overlap both treatments to minimize this effect. Topical dutasteride may cause scalp irritation, and the user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative.

      community Most Underrated Hack for Hair Loss is Water

      in Chat  68 upvotes 8 months ago
      Filtered shower heads may improve scalp and hair health but do not affect male pattern baldness (MPB). Genetics and factors like DHT and scalp tension are more significant in hair loss.

      community Half year update on crown balding reversal

      in Is this regrowth?  36 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about a user who started using finasteride to address crown balding, noticing reduced hair shedding and halted progression of male pattern baldness. The user also used a dermal stamp and expressed optimism about potential regrowth, despite a slight decrease in libido.

      community I was wrong about Dutastride. Let the I told you so comments rain in.

       76 upvotes 10 months ago
      Switching from dutasteride to finasteride caused increased hair loss, dandruff, depression, and erectile dysfunction. The user plans to return to dutasteride, possibly with minoxidil, and is considering dosing strategies to manage side effects and regrowth.

      community Hairline itch when hairline’s receding

      in Chat  80 upvotes 10 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Users discuss "DHT itch" at receding hairlines and suggest using dutasteride or ketoconazole shampoo for relief.

      community 9 months progress. Started treatment in Aug 24

      in Progress Pictures  227 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair growth after 9 months of using 1 mg oral finasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil (recently increased to 5 mg), and 2% ketoconazole shampoo. Users discussed the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, with some suggesting alternative methods and cautioning about minoxidil dosage.

      community You will lose hair if your prostaglandins aren't in balance

       56 upvotes 1 year ago
      Prostaglandin balance affects hair loss, particularly in conditions like Lichen Planopilaris, where an imbalance can lead to hair follicle damage. Treatments mentioned include prostaglandin analogs and Pioglitazone HCL, with a focus on maintaining prostaglandin equilibrium for potential hair regrowth.

      community 2.5 Years of Finasteride and Oral Minoxidil.

      in Progress Pictures  212 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride (1mg daily) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg) for 2.5 years to treat diffuse thinning hair, with no side effects reported. They are satisfied with the progress, noting that the treatment has slowed hair loss and costs about £30 a month.

      community Why is dutasteride's volume of distribution so much bigger than finasteride? Is it more lipophilic and crosses barriers better?

       23 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride has a larger volume of distribution than finasteride due to its lipophilic nature, allowing it to concentrate in hydrophobic areas and making it difficult to excrete. A user experiencing hair loss has been using oral finasteride for 10 months with minimal regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride or adding oral minoxidil.

      community Head itch even though I use keto shampoo

      in Ketoconazole  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experiences scalp itchiness despite using ketoconazole shampoo and is also taking oral finasteride and minoxidil. Suggestions include trying different shampoos like Head & Shoulders, using salicylic acid products, considering allergies, and consulting a dermatologist for alternatives like Ciclopirox.

      community Rob English's scalp massages, why aren't more people aren't talking about this?

      1 year ago
      Rob English's scalp massages are discussed as a method to reduce DHT and stop hair loss, but many users criticize it as ineffective compared to treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Some users argue that alternative treatments like scalp massages and microneedling can work for some, but the community largely favors the "big three" medications.