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genus of plants including figs, trees, and shrubs

Ficus is a genus of plants that includes around 850 species of trees, shrubs, and vines, commonly known as figs. These plants are notable for their unique fruit, the fig, and their diverse range of forms, from the common houseplant Ficus benjamina (weeping fig) to the large banyan trees. Ficus species are also known for their intricate root systems and their ability to thrive in various environments, making them popular in both horticulture and ecological studies.

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community Looking for the best natural product to add some hold/texture to my hair..

Heythereyou123456 in Styling 2 upvotes 4 years ago

User seeks natural hair products for hold/texture without harmful chemicals due to thinning hair. They consider Hades Matte Paste and Matte Lava Clay, asking if any ingredients could cause hair loss.

community Have we become too obsessed with DHT??

itsnearlygone in Chat 12 upvotes 3 years ago

Focus on scalp health, not just DHT suppression, is crucial for hair regrowth. Effective treatments include Hair Restoration shampoo, LLLT laser cap, microneedling, and topical finasteride.

community 3 months results from 0.5mg fin daily 1ml min 2x daily and 1mm microneedling weekly

DishPsychological747 in Progress Pictures 26 upvotes 8 months ago

A user shared their 3-month hair loss treatment results using 0.5mg finasteride daily, 1ml minoxidil twice daily, and weekly 1mm microneedling. Another user reported starting 1mg finasteride daily with no side effects and improved focus.

community Reasonable and safe stack? Bloodwork within.

TestDudeThrowaway in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 11 months ago

A 26-year-old male is using a combination of clomiphene, minoxidil, tadalafil, bupropion, and lisdexamfetamine to address low testosterone, ED, depression, and focus issues. He seeks input on the safety and efficacy of this regimen, which also includes magnesium, zinc, and fish oil supplements.

community Remember Exosomes? Did anyone ever go through with that method?

MetsandFin in Research/Science 1 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss discussion focused on exosomes as a potential treatment. Users shared experiences and asked if anyone tried or was offered this method.

community Bayer says drug research focus no longer on women´s health ( They dismissed HMI-115 because of their focus on women´s health

Ok_Ask9516 in Technology 4 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Bayer dismissed HMI-115 due to focus shift away from women's health.

community A New Therapeutic Channel to Come Soon: Hair Follicle Sugar Metabolism and Aldose Reductase

DSBarreto in Research/Science 133 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss therapies focusing on hair follicle sugar metabolism and aldose reductase. Potential treatments include magnesium supplements, avoiding high glycemic index foods, and antioxidants.

community A Different Take on Curing MBP

MyloTheGrey 15 upvotes 5 years ago

Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.

community Fluridil 7% group buy results so far?

thephaser97 in Treatment 23 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss discussion focused on 2% Fluridil's peak efficacy at 3 months and 7% Fluridil group buy results, including shedding decrease, side effects, and regrowth.

community Whats happening with Fluridil these days? Any higher concentrations easily available yet?

TH1RT33N_DR34M in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss discussion focused on Fluridil treatment. Availability of higher concentrations questioned.

community What are people’s experiences with eucapill (fluridill) ?

knarkungen90 in Treatment 7 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss discussion focuses on adding an anti-androgen to stack with topical finasteride. Eucapil (fluridil) is suggested for its safety and minimal side effects.

community How can I get fin in Canada (GP and Derm turned me down) + questions on minoxidil and PRP

atzen_ 7 upvotes 7 years ago

Treatments for hair loss with a focus on finasteride, minoxidil, and platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The user discussed their family history of balding, asked questions about the effectiveness of different treatments, and was discouraged from taking finasteride by medical professionals.

community Anyone else have one chad hair? This thing has somehow held on for dear life for years and years, like an inch past my hairline. Should donate this mf’s follicle to science

GnosisApoptosis in Research/Science 550 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss discussion with a focus on a single resilient hair, jokingly called "chad hair," that remains despite hairline receding. Some users suggest microneedling and hair follicle cloning as potential treatments.

community If we lose hair because of our sensitivity to DHT, then why are we trying to reduce DHT when our sensitive androgen receptors are the culprit?

hokq699 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of reducing DHT for hair loss treatment and explores alternative approaches like reducing androgen receptor sensitivity. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide (KX-826), GT20029, and RU58841.

community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.

kaiserkaktus in Update 21 upvotes 5 months ago

OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.

community I really hate how current hair loss treatment only rely on DHT blockers

Significant_Web1562 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 76 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses dissatisfaction with current hair loss treatments that mainly focus on DHT blockers like finasteride and dutasteride. Alternative treatments mentioned include RU58841, pyrilutamide, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and future possibilities like hair cloning.

community Interested about what other adjunct therapies people are trying & whats working?

Ecstatic-Vast-5113 in Treatment 8 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses alternative hair loss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.

community Hairloss Stack. Focused on density and Hairline

Ryansredditaccount99 in Progress Pictures 10 upvotes 6 months ago

The user is using a combination of RU58841, Stemoxydine, RevivHair Serum, hair growth oil, topical Minoxidil, Alfatradiol, oral Minoxidil, and Finasteride to treat hair loss. They report no side effects from oral Minoxidil and Finasteride after 7 months of use.

community Hair cloning- What is the current status and will it be available for the general population?

deadliftparanoia in Technology 7 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair cloning is discussed, focusing on its current status and potential availability. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Fluridil/Topilutamide (Eucapil) gave me achy balls, but seems to work

constrictedvoid in Treatment 9 upvotes 4 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, focusing on Fluridil/Topilutamide (Eucapil), Finasteride and RU58841 (Alfatradiol). The user reported that the Fluridil seemed to work well but had side effects of testicle ache, decreased mood and sex drive.

community Do you believe there will be a game changing treatment in the next 10 years?

SON_13 in Chat 67 upvotes 2 years ago

Users discuss potential game-changing hair loss treatments in the next 10 years. Some mention KX-826, SCUBE3, and stem cells as promising options, while others express doubt due to past disappointments and lack of focused research.

community Can I punch someone if they make fun of my hair loss, just like Will Smith did?

ZeldaFanBoi1988 in Chat 448 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss's social impact, focusing on Will Smith defending Jada Pinkett Smith's alopecia. The conversation highlights double standards between men and women experiencing hair loss and emphasizes empathy.

community Ru-58841 or KX-826 (Pyrilutamide)?

Zorbles in Treatment 12 upvotes 1 year ago

Exploring potential treatments for hair loss, with the focus being on comparing RU58841 and Pyrilutamide. Finasteride, Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, microneedling, topical Minoxidil, Biotin, Zinc, Vitamin D and Nizoral are also discussed as part of a treatment stack.

community A list of top hyperresponders of /tressless with a data array for studying the phenomenon

MagicBold in Research 155 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation is about treatments for androgenetic alopecia, focusing on hyperresponders. Treatments include Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, leg training, and cold therapy.

community Fin year 1 vs year 4. Am I losing ground?

Baculum-Deos in Progress Pictures 28 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation is about hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride and considering a switch to dutasteride due to hairline recession. Users suggest trying minoxidil or dermarolling before switching, while others recommend dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss.

community My Vitamin D (25-0H) levels came <4.20 ng/ml (<20 implies deficiency)and B12 came 184 pg/ml (Should be between 211-911). I have a lot of dandruff. The derm has prescribed me with 60k vitamin d tablet once a week and multivitamins for a month. Vitamin deficiency implies TE no? or is it MPB?

PlanAltruistic1651 in Treatment 38 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on vitamin D and B12 deficiencies, and mentions using finasteride. It also suggests getting a biopsy to differentiate between MPB and other conditions.

community What's the general consensus on microneedling here?

Manager_Apprehensive in Microneedling 21 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses microneedling for hair loss, focusing on optimal needle depth and frequency. Users report varying practices, with some using Minoxidil after microneedling and others suggesting different depths and frequencies based on personal tolerance.

community dunno if it's growing anything but it's making my scalp red

manbearpot in Technology 182 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss and potential treatments, primarily focusing on Finasteride and Minoxidil. Other solutions discussed include PRP, dermarolling, LLP, and scalp tension relief.

community attractive male celebrities who are fighting hair loss just like us

tam45778 22 upvotes 8 years ago

Hair loss shouldn't dominate your life; focus on confidence and social aspects. Celebrities like Theo James, Henry Cavill, and Ryan Reynolds also experience hair loss but remain attractive and successful.

community Do we have anything in the pipeline that is used as a replacement for minoxidil?

alex015110 in Minoxidil 15 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on alternatives to Minoxidil, such as Bimatoprost and Latanoprost, and the use of Finasteride, Dutasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. The user plans to add Latanoprost to their regimen, which already includes oral and topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling.