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GlossaryHormone Therapy (Gender-affirming hormone therapy)

involves administering hormones to correct or modify imbalances

Hormone Therapy (HT), also known as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) or Endocrine Therapy, involves the administration of hormones to correct or modify hormonal imbalances in the body. It is commonly used to alleviate symptoms of menopause, treat hormone-sensitive cancers like breast and prostate cancer, and support gender transition in transgender individuals by aligning their physical characteristics with their gender identity.

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community I’m Feeling so discouraged and depressed - No one wants to prescribe finasteride to me.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 68 upvotes 8 months ago

A user in France is frustrated because three dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride for their hair loss, suggesting it's not androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and offering expensive vitamin treatments instead. Other users suggest buying hair loss treatments like minoxidil and finasteride from various online pharmacies and considering a gender-affirming care physician for more understanding treatment options.

community Well… I Did It. Estrogen Saved My Hairline

in Transgender 718 upvotes 2 months ago

OP transitioned and used Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Minoxidil, and dermarolling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. They advise this method may not be suitable for cis men.

community I think we all hop on estrogen. It's the only angle

in Satire 83 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and topical 17 alpha estradiol, with some users joking about transitioning to female to avoid baldness. The overall tone is satirical, emphasizing self-acceptance and the lengths people might consider for hair restoration.

community 8 months on 5mg fin daily, 5% min twice daily, and hrt(mtf). Thought my hair was unrecoverable before but now I’m so happy.

in Transgender 1896 upvotes 1 year ago

A user named "LordGeek101" shared their positive experience with hair regrowth after using 5mg of finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil twice daily, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for 8 months. The user is transgender (MTF) and mentioned that the larger dose of finasteride was recommended by their doctor for better chances of hair revival.

community Discussion on Finasteride and life.

in Chat 162 upvotes 1 month ago

Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.

community People treat me so different when I was bald compared to my comb over.

in Chat 226 upvotes 1 month ago

The user feels treated better with a comb-over than when bald due to cancer. They are considering a hair transplant and using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss.

community r/Tressless bros in a nutshell

in Satire 639 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses personal experiences with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and Finasteride, with some users regretting not starting treatment earlier and others experiencing side effects. Some users are considering or have switched to topical formulations due to side effects from oral medications.

community Jordan Peterson got a sick hair transplant!

in Transplants 1079 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation is about Jordan Peterson allegedly getting a hair transplant, with various users mocking his way of speaking and debating the ethics of him potentially hiding the procedure. Some users discuss the natural look of the transplant and the implications of getting one at an older age.

community RU58841 powder from lab supplier tested at free drug testing service

in Treatments 207 upvotes 3 months ago

RU58841 powder from a lab supplier was tested at a free drug testing service. The discussion includes using Minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss treatment.

community I don’t feel like I’ve made much progress over the last 2 years

in Is this regrowth? 34 upvotes 5 months ago

The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and dermastamping, and started HRT 4 months ago but feels discouraged about progress. Other users see significant improvement and offer encouragement.

community 7.5 Months. 1mg fin Everyday. 5% Minoxidil 1ml once every night. 1.5mm Microneedling Every Week.

in Progress Pictures 4596 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 1mg finasteride daily, 5% minoxidil nightly, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling, with no side effects. Topical minoxidil and microneedling are recommended for similar results.

community Yes, most models are absolutely on finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1104 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses how many male models and celebrities likely use finasteride to prevent hair loss, with some expressing surprise that it's not just good genetics keeping their hair intact. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride and, in one query, minoxidil.

community Predicting Your Hair Loss with a Trichoscopy Report

in Treatment 7 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses the use of trichoscopy to predict hair loss patterns and inform treatment approaches. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with varying effectiveness based on gender-specific hair loss patterns.

community Dependency on Minoxidil - what to do?

in Transgender 1 upvotes 11 months ago

The individual is using oral minoxidil and finasteride to treat androgenetic alopecia with good results but is considering stopping due to concerns about long-term effects on the heart and potential hair dependency on the medication. They are also contemplating the impact of hair loss on gender dysphoria and considering the use of wigs as an alternative.

community Dutasteride causing us to have… girl babies?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 26 upvotes 1 year ago

User Kylo313 used dutasteride for 20 years and had two daughters, questioning if dutasteride affects the likelihood of having male vs female children. Replies mostly request hairline photos and discuss anecdotal experiences, with some suggesting correlation doesn't imply causation and that gender determination isn't affected by dutasteride.

community Why are wigs normalized for women and not men? Shouldn't it be the other way around?

in Chat 268 upvotes 2 months ago

Men wearing wigs should be normalized as it is for women. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned, but societal norms need to change to accept wigs for men.

community 2.5 years Minoxidil and HRT, CPA->Lupron +Minox 5%

in Transgender 611 upvotes 1 week ago

The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 2.5 years of using Minoxidil 5% and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with Lupron, despite initial scalp irritation. Finasteride was ineffective for them.

community progress pics (HRT, fin, min, microneedling) (35, trans non-binary)

in Transgender 10 upvotes 1 week ago

A non-binary transfeminine person experienced significant hair regrowth after starting finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy with estradiol. They encourage trans individuals concerned about hair loss to consider estrogen as it has greatly improved their hair condition.

community Still shedding like crazy after 1 year on finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 4 months ago

User has been shedding hair despite using finasteride for a year, increasing the dose recently, and experiencing thin, short hairs. Other users suggest continuing treatment, seeing a dermatologist, and note that some hair loss is normal.

community Why isn't anybody on topical bicalutamide?

in Research/Science 2 upvotes 5 months ago

Topical bicalutamide is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community PCOS hair loss - 6 months of topical minoxidil and dermarolling 0.5mm once a week (as well as biotin gummies)

in Progress Pictures 44 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing improvement in PCOS-related hair loss after six months of using topical minoxidil, dermarolling 0.5mm weekly, and taking biotin gummies. They expressed happiness about the appearance of new baby hairs.

community 2 years on dut and nothing but recession

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 5 months ago

A user has been using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for 2 years with no progress and worsening hair recession. They seek advice on how to proceed.

community 35 MTF - Born balding, went bald, recovering hair

in Journals / Progress Pictures 531 upvotes 5 months ago

A 35-year-old MTF individual shared their hair recovery journey, using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Estradiol, Spironolactone, Microneedling, and Exosomes. They recently had a hair transplant and are documenting the healing process.

community Don't give up! 9 months on Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 392 upvotes 6 months ago

A trans man shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 9 months on oral Minoxidil and 1.5 years on finasteride. He encourages others to stick with their treatments despite initial setbacks.

community Spironolactone topically with a try ?!

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 9 months ago

A 30-year-old male is considering using dutasteride and fluridil for hair loss maintenance and is curious about the effectiveness of topical spironolactone, as he cannot take finasteride. He is also planning a hair transplant.

community Anyone tried Tretinoin? I’ve heard great things

in Treatment 22 upvotes 9 months ago

People discuss using Tretinoin for both skin anti-aging and improving hair loss treatments. They mention combining Tretinoin with Minoxidil to enhance its effectiveness for hair growth.

community Found the solution tressbros - 1.5 years 2.5mg oral minox, 5mg finasteride, 8mg estradiol valerate (weekly)

in Transgender 591 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses a transgender individual's successful hair loss treatment over 1.5 years using 2.5mg oral minoxidil, 5mg finasteride, and 8mg weekly injectable estradiol valerate. Some users debate the appropriateness of this approach within the group's goals, while others support the individualized treatment and its additional benefits for transgender individuals.

community Products that I use in my Hair. Blk Male Age 32

in Progress Pictures 275 upvotes 11 months ago

A 32-year-old black male shared the hair products he uses, receiving positive feedback for his genuine approach and hair results. Specific treatments were not mentioned in the provided text.

community Insane dutasteride shed 4 months after switching.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 115 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically switching from finasteride to dutasteride. The user experienced significant hair shedding after the switch, with others suggesting patience, noting similar experiences, or questioning the user's decision and medical consultation.

community The theory that explains everything. The malloclusion theory has been proven.

in Research/Science 28 upvotes 1 year ago

Brian Dye's theory links skeletal malocclusion type II to hair loss, suggesting it's a blood flow issue. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and anti-inflammatory drugs like benaxoprofen.