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      community Pyrilutamide is literally my only hope

      in Chat  91 upvotes 2 years ago
      Considering treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, Fluridil and Pyrilutamide. The user is weighing the risks of taking unapproved medication before it has been mass produced.

      community Does anyone have experience with topical dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and is considering trying a compounded topical treatment with 0.1% dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, collagen, and silicon, as recommended by a trichologist. They learned that dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride and are seeking opinions on the use of topical dutasteride.

      community Just quit nicotine and caffeine

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement and is quitting nicotine and caffeine to see if it helps. Some believe quitting nicotine improved their hair health due to better blood flow, while others are skeptical about the impact of blood flow on hair loss.

      community 14 yrs Fighting the Good Fight - A Summary

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their 14-year experience with hair loss treatments, primarily using finasteride, minoxidil, and Nizoral. They highlighted the effectiveness of finasteride despite some side effects and emphasized the importance of early prevention and the potential for negative selection bias in online reviews.

      community SAFFLOWER OIL good alternative for Minoxidil?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 years ago
      Safflower oil is suggested as an alternative to minoxidil for hair growth, with benefits including scalp conditioning and hair strength enhancement. Studies indicate it may also reverse scalp dermatitis, alopecia, and prevent premature grayness.

      community I wish we didn’t have to live with this….

       61 upvotes 5 years ago
      The struggles of hair loss at a young age and available treatments, such as medication (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Derma Rolling) and potential options for hair systems or cloning in Japan. People discussed their own experiences with trying to cope with the emotional aspects of this condition.

      community Clearing the air on how non-surgical treatments really work

       18 upvotes 5 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.

      community Injecting stomach fat into the scalp could cure baldness in just six months

      in Update  114 upvotes 6 years ago
      A potential treatment for hair loss that involves injecting fat into the scalp; the role of testosterone and estrogen in thinning fat tissue under the skin; research on using lard to treat androgenic alopecia, as well as PRP + ACELL/amniotic stem cell treatments; and ongoing clinical trials by doctors involved in the study.

      community Minoxidil Sulfate makes everyone a responder

      in Research/Science  249 upvotes 2 days ago
      Minoxidil sulfate is more effective than regular minoxidil, especially for those with low sulfotransferase levels or scalp sensitivity, but it is unstable unless delivered in a liposomal format. Combining minoxidil with tretinoin can enhance effectiveness, and stopping minoxidil use can lead to rapid hair loss.

      community Anyone else realize how many younger guys are balding?

      in Chat  262 upvotes 1 month ago
      Many younger men are experiencing hair loss due to genetics, diet, stress, and lifestyle changes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are mentioned, with some users noting improvements.

      community A side to side comparison, two and half months apart

      in Progress Pictures  223 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for two and a half months. They are considering a hair transplant but are advised to wait for full results from the treatments.

      community 6 years on Finasteride/Dutasteride gratitude post

      in Update  48 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their 6-year experience with hair loss treatments, starting with Finasteride, then switching to Dutasteride, and adding Oral Minoxidil. They reported positive results, maintaining their hair above baseline and expressing gratitude for discovering these treatments early.

      community I was on 2.5 mg oral minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  468 upvotes 4 months ago
      User took 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, saw hair growth but stopped due to excessive body hair. Recently started finasteride and plans to update progress.

      community Topical Dutasteride. Does it work?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 5 months ago
      Topical dutasteride may be effective for hair loss by staying in the scalp and minimizing bloodstream absorption, potentially improving hair results and reducing side effects. The user seeks advice on its effectiveness.

      community Am I balding? Should I just shave it off?(M86)

      in Satire  116 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user humorously questions if they should shave their head due to hair loss, mentioning Ronald Reagan's impressive hair genetics. Replies include jokes and comments about jealousy and distrust towards older individuals with full heads of hair.

      community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

      in Research/Science  208 upvotes 6 months ago
      The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.