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      community Allergan recruiting for Setipiprant trial in the US

       12 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses a clinical trial for Setipiprant in the US, starting June 29th, with eligibility excluding recent users of minoxidil or finasteride. It encourages informed decision-making before signing up.

      community Treating MPB while dealing with seborrheic dermatitis?

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is seeking advice on treating male pattern baldness (MPB) while dealing with seborrheic dermatitis, specifically asking about the use of finasteride (Fin) and minoxidil (Min). They are concerned about side effects and are looking for recommendations to improve overall hair thickness, especially on the crown.

      community How’s my pre fin lab work. Age 40

      in Chat  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their pre-finasteride lab results, including DHT, estradiol, testosterone, SHBG, prolactin, FSH, and LH levels. Another user responded, cautioning against making unsupported claims about side effects and recovery.

      community My mum is mad annoying about Fin.

      in Chat  245 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 25-year-old man discusses his struggles with his mother's opposition to his use of Finasteride for hair loss treatment, despite it improving his condition and self-control after a hair transplant. He expresses frustration over her blaming the medication for various issues and the stress caused by her insistence to stop taking it.

      community Parents think that I need a therapist because I obsess over my hair loss

      in Chat  75 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 19-year-old is concerned about going bald and disagrees with their parents who suggest therapy, believing hair loss will negatively impact their life. Some suggest therapy can help with the emotional aspects, while others support using finasteride and focusing on what makes the individual happy.

      community Hair much worse after 6 months?

      in Progress Pictures  230 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair loss after 6 months of using 0.5mg finasteride daily. Suggestions from others included trying Dutasteride and Minoxidil, getting professional help from a dermatologist, and addressing high iron levels that could be contributing to the hair loss.

      community Can i Just buy any Melatonin Spray and use it in my head?

      in Product  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post is about a user considering using topical Melatonin for hair loss and asking if any melatonin spray can be used for this purpose. The user also seeks clarification on the required percentage of Melatonin in the spray, while a respondent shares their experience of the spray making them sleepy.

      community Should I start Fin with these blood tests?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old male with normal hormone levels is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is concerned about high estradiol levels and potential side effects. Responses vary, with some suggesting blood tests before starting treatment and others emphasizing individual tolerance and the importance of consulting a doctor.

      community RU58841 vehicle penetration (Study for minoxidil)

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user mixes their own RU58841 solution and found that increasing the ethanol content improved absorption and reduced scalp itching. A study on minoxidil showed that penetration increased with higher ethanol concentrations, reaching maximum penetration at 90% ethanol.

      community Blood DHT Levels – before and after creatine

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      The impact of creatine on DHT levels, and whether it could cause accelerated male pattern baldness (MPB). The user taking a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor found that their DHT levels actually reduced despite taking creatine for nine weeks. Replies suggested looking into testosterone levels as well and debating the safety of creatine use in relation to MPB.

      community [Research/Science] What's the General Consensus On Pyrilutamide So Far?

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is considered to work for hair loss but less effectively than expected, similar to RU58841, and may cause side effects like chest tightness and sexual issues. It's unclear if it's suitable for diffuse thinners, and one user cannot use minoxidil or finasteride due to side effects and personal circumstances.

      community Could you tell this is a hair system?

      in Technology  307 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user who was losing their hair and found an effective solution; they asked for opinions on it and discussed treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, as well as SMP.

      community Blood work after one year of fin/dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      After using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, a user's blood tests showed almost unchanged DHT levels and some out-of-range hormone levels. They experienced side effects when taking dutasteride daily and also take supplements that boost testosterone.

      community Guide To Finasteride and Avoiding Side Effects

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation provides a guide on using finasteride for hair loss, suggesting to start with a quarter of a 1mg pill daily after ensuring estradiol levels are within a specific range, and potentially increasing the dose if no side effects occur. It also recommends supplements like DIM, Calcium d-glucarate, and Zinc to manage high estradiol levels and side effects from finasteride.

      community High testosterone and diffuse hairloss

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse hair loss due to high testosterone levels and has tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, nanoxidil, keto/caffeine shampoo, dermarolling, and RU-58841 with limited success. They are seeking advice on safely lowering testosterone levels to manage hair loss.

      community Zix + Topical Fin : Blood Test Before/After, AMA and suggestions

      in Treatment  46 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.

      community Do I need to get professional advice?

      in Advice  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 22-year-old woman is experiencing genetic hair loss and has tried natural remedies like coconut oil and aloe vera without success. She seeks advice on whether to see a dermatologist or use treatments like Minoxidil (Rogaine) despite her parents' skepticism about professional help and chemical treatments.

      community Anyone get bloodwork done? What numbers should I be looking for?

       6 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user had lab work done to check for thyroid issues and other factors related to hair loss. They are seeking advice on which lab results are important for understanding hair loss and what the optimal levels should be.

      community M19 shed after 1yr on dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 3 days ago
      A 19-year-old male experienced hair shedding after one year on dutasteride and is considering adding topical minoxidil despite scalp itching. Users suggest continuing dutasteride, maintaining a consistent hair routine, and possibly increasing minoxidil dosage.