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GlossaryFemale Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL)

genetic and hormonal hair thinning on women's crown and frontal scalp

Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL), also known as female androgenetic alopecia, is a common form of hair loss in women characterized by a diffuse thinning of hair on the crown and frontal scalp while maintaining the frontal hairline. It is often linked to genetic and hormonal factors, particularly the influence of androgens, and can begin as early as the late teens or early twenties, progressively worsening with age.

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community FPHL vs. Mental Health: Advice Appreciated

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 2 years ago

User experienced hair loss and tried various treatments, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Spironolactone. They face a dilemma between continuing treatments for hair regrowth and having a therapy cat, as Minoxidil is toxic to cats.

community bicalutamide or spironolactone for fphl

in Female 6 upvotes 2 years ago

Bicalutamide and spironolactone are being compared for their effectiveness and safety in treating female pattern hair loss. The conversation seeks advice on which is better to use.

community For the ladies: Spironolactone for FPHL

in Female 15 upvotes 7 years ago

A 34 year old female with androgenic alopecia who has tried treatments such as Spironolactone, Desogen, Minoxidil and Finasteride in order to address her hair loss. It also details the experiences of other women taking Spironolactone for Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL).

community Spironolactine Update: 2 months (34, Female)

in Female 20 upvotes 7 years ago

A female user's experience using Spironolactone to treat Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL) and Androgenic Alopecia, as well as discussing the effectiveness of the drug at different dosages.

community Finasteride 5mg for female pattern hair loss

in Female 7 upvotes 4 years ago

The user's experience of using Finasteride 5mg and Aldactone 50mg to treat Female Pattern Hair Loss, as well as their use of PRP injections for further hair growth.

community Better then Minoxidil( at least for me and my family)

in Treatment 42 upvotes 10 months ago

Capronium Chloride and Trichoxidil are suggested as better alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth without heart side effects. The Japanese Dermatological Association recommends topical Minoxidil over Capronium Chloride.

community How effective is topical spironolactone for men ?

in Product 6 upvotes 11 months ago

Topical spironolactone's effectiveness for men is discussed, comparing it to finasteride. Users share experiences and opinions on its use for hair loss treatment.

community Effective alternative treatments like topical spironolactone or progesterone

in Treatment 8 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include progesterone and topical spironolactone. Topical spironolactone found more effective than finasteride.

community Took the plunge last night and I finally met myself! 24 y.o Female pattern hair loss. Hated living with the insecurity for years and finally did it! Posting my whole face cause I’m so fckn happy y’all! Hope to inspire anyone who needs it. Love.

in Shaved/buzzed 1363 upvotes 3 years ago

User "kingkaurr" shaved head due to female pattern hair loss and feels happy and confident. Others compliment her look and discuss how head shaving is perceived differently for men and women.

community How does hair loss and recovery work?

in Chat 12 upvotes 3 months ago

Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.

community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

in Research 692 upvotes 4 months ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Low iron and hair loss connection

in Female 16 upvotes 7 months ago

A 39-year-old woman noticed hair thinning and found she has an iron deficiency, which may be linked to hair loss. Suggestions included seeing a dermatologist, using spironolactone, and minoxidil.

community Got my DHT levels checked. 38 year old female. Still losing hair.

in Female 10 upvotes 7 months ago

A 38-year-old female is experiencing hair loss despite having almost undetectable DHT levels after using dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for PCOS, thyroid issues, adjusting diet, considering the impact of birth control, and trying treatments like tretinoin, redensyl, retinol, and minoxidil with derma stamping.

community TDM-105795 phase 2 results are in!

in Research/Science 28 upvotes 10 months ago

TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.

community Hair follicles do die - my „hair“ is the proof of that statement.

in Female 8 upvotes 1 year ago

The user discusses their experience with hair loss despite taking estrogen and cyproterone, and estimates needing around 3000 grafts for a feminine hairline. They are considering getting the procedure done in Turkey due to high European costs.

community Spironolactone Update

in Female 11 upvotes 7 years ago

A woman's experience with Spironolactone as treatment for female pattern hair loss, including the effects of increasing dosage and her doctor's recommendation to try finasteride if no results are seen after 6 months. Other users have also shared their experiences with using finasteride for this condition.

community Female, 27 years old, shedding/ balding despite being on what is considered to be a effective treatment plan for AGA. Considering Dut (oral) . Please help.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 27 upvotes 1 month ago

A 27-year-old woman with androgenic alopecia is losing hair despite using oral minoxidil and spironolactone, and is considering dutasteride. She is exploring causes like stress and medication side effects, planning tests, and considering treatment changes.

community Diagnosed with female pattern hair loss as a male with recent aggressive loss. Preemptively mourning the only part of myself I’ve ever come close to loving. Lost all motivation to do anything with my life.

in Progress Pictures 271 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that the user should consider using treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 to potentially reverse their hair loss. Other suggestions include using hair loss concealers and maintaining a healthy diet.

community Soo.. uhh.. one year... wondering when Dutasteride is going to stop hair loss

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 132 upvotes 1 year ago

User has been on finasteride and switched to Dutasteride 6 months ago, using minoxidil, tretinoin, microneedling, and RU-58841, but still experiencing hair loss. Advice given includes waiting 6-18 months for Dutasteride results and checking if it's definitely MPB.

community I’m a female with aga and I don’t know what to do more , I’m hopeless

in Female 12 upvotes 1 year ago

Female with aga tried minoxidil 5% and spironolactone, no success yet. Gladyator96 suggests waiting 6 months, adding tretinoin or dermarolling with minoxidil.

community May 2022 - September 2022. 4 month results on 2x daily minoxidil, finasteride, nizoral 2x weekly. Taken in the same office to try and keep lighting consistent.

in Progress Pictures 638 upvotes 2 years ago

Vat-R-U-Talkin-About: I'm not sure that wearing a hat would have an effect on either Minoxidil or Finasteride. It may be worth experimenting with not wearing one for a few weeks to see if it makes any difference. This conversation is about a user's progress pictures four months into taking minoxidil, finasteride, and nizoral twice weekly to treat hair loss; others shared their experiences and offered advice on how to improve the treatment.

community I am a dermatologist with a clinical interest in alopecia. AMA

in Will treatment work for me? 2 years ago

In this conversation, 4990 discussed various treatments for hair loss, including oral minoxidil, PRP, transplan, Jak inhibitors, Dutasteride, Finasteride, Olumiant, Ketoconazole, RU58841, microneedling, baricitinib, and CCCA. They recommended scalp biopsies in unclear cases of DUPA, twice weekly to twice daily shampooing for topical minoxidil users, and two sessions spaced one month apart with follow up at month three to determine the effectiveness of PRP treatment.

community One+ year 1mg Fin, Ketoconazole, and 3.75 Oral Min. I have DUPA. Switched from Topical to Oral Min.

in Progress Pictures 142 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.

community My RU58841 Progress / Hair loss journey

in Progress Pictures 69 upvotes 3 years ago

A user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, caffeine shampoo, and topical finasteride. They found RU58841 effective for diffuse thinning but experienced severe hair loss after stopping it; topical finasteride worked well for a receding hairline but caused side effects. They also use a charcoal shampoo and practice scalp massages.

community what i have done since i have hair loss issues.. i just got new hair.. ts funny because so many people dont know my hair is always a wig… i just want to point out the difference in cheap amazon wigs and getting one worth $ . i always feel so beautiful.

in Female 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments for female pattern baldness, with the user focusing on wigs as an effective solution; they also discussed the difference between cheap and real wigs, and the importance of returning to confidence and self-esteem when tackling alopecia.

community An updated, simple guide to the most effective hair loss treatments

193 upvotes 5 years ago

Effective treatments for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, LLLT, PRP, Ketoconazole, and Scalp Massage. In addition, anti-inflammatory diets and stress management are recommended to maintain or regrow hair.

community I'm a tressless woman who's ready to call it quits.

in Female 13 upvotes 5 years ago

A woman who is considering giving up on her hair loss journey after trying minoxidil and spironolactone, but other posters offer words of encouragement and suggest the use of wigs.