community Can vitamin d and b9 (folic acid) deficiency cause hair loss?
Vitamin D and B9 (folic acid) deficiency can cause hair loss. The user started taking supplements but hasn't noticed significant changes yet.
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360-390 / 1000+ resultscommunity Neck tension, and hair loss, I am 100 percent sure that there is a connection
The user believes neck tension and poor posture contribute to hair loss, noticing improvements with yoga and muscle relaxation. Replies suggest androgenic alopecia as the cause and recommend exercises.
community Losing hope that doctors will help with my hair loss - Female Hair loss
A 28-year-old woman is struggling with Female Pattern Baldness and has tried various treatments, including Minoxidil and Spironolactone, without success. She feels frustrated with doctors' responses and is considering alternative treatments like light therapy but is losing hope in finding a solution.
community Scalp is constantly uncomfortable and irritated with lots of hair loss
The individual has experienced a sore, stiff, and itchy scalp with hair loss for 4.5 years, and has noticed increased thinning and miniaturized hairs, especially at the temples. They have tried ketoconazole shampoo without success and are considering finasteride for treatment.
community 1 year of finasteride, minoxidil (capsules) and rosemary oil. (Side note I also… lost weight, had a LOT of therapy for unresolved childhood trauma and started arresting my unhelpful thinking/ useless self hatred/ judging myself and others/ hair loss) 🥹
The user shared a one-year progress of treating hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil capsules, and rosemary oil, and also improved mental health by addressing childhood trauma and changing negative thought patterns. Commenters congratulated the user on both hair regrowth and mental health progress, with one asking for advice on overcoming self-hatred and low confidence.
community Dermatologist tells me I don't have any serious signs of hair loss. This is my hairline.
A user is confused about a dermatologist's positive assessment of their scalp despite concerns about their hairline. They discuss using oral minoxidil, concerns about side effects from finasteride, and difficulty finding topical finasteride.
community Oral Min, Oral Dut and Nizoral are the Holy Trinity of Hair Loss Prevention
A user reports improved hair at 31 compared to 21 using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo, with significant gains from oral minoxidil. Other users discuss their experiences, with mixed results on regrowth and side effects like heart racing and excess body hair.
community What do you think of this product? Can it be good to at least prevent hair loss?
The conversation is about a product's effectiveness in preventing hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Dutasteride is better than Finasteride. Scalp Testosterone increase WON'T accelerate your hair loss...
Dutasteride potentially being more effective than Finasteride in treating hair loss due to its ability to suppress DHT levels more significantly. Dutasteride also has fewer sexual side effects compared to Finasteride.
community A guide to "Am I balding or not?" - How to Track your Hair Regrowth/Loss
The conversation provides advice on how to track hair loss or regrowth, emphasizing the importance of taking consistent photos and keeping a log of treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. It also suggests using scalp cameras and comparing photos side by side for accurate progress assessment.
community When did you know it was time to intervene in your hair loss? The truth hurts, but it’s good for someone to be up front with you
A person realized they were balding when their sister pointed it out and is now using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and plans to add dutasteride and RU58841. Others in the conversation emphasize the importance of honesty about hair loss and caution against an overly aggressive treatment regimen, especially before a hair transplant.
community How do we only have two treatments to combat hair loss at this point in time?
The post discusses frustration over the limited and not always effective treatments for hair loss, mainly Minoxidil and Finasteride. The conversation includes mentions of potential new treatments like GT20029, HMI-115, CosmeRNA, KX-826, and microneedling, but also highlights the challenges of funding and prioritizing research in this area.
community after cosmerna is out will there be another hair loss drug released in 2023?
User asks if Kintor, HMI-115, or Olix will release hair loss drugs in 2023. Conversation discusses potential treatments and release dates.
community Hey guys, just wanted to share my hair loss journey! Been taking finasteride 1mg and applying minoxidil once a day for 7 months now. Definitely seeing some progress, my hair looks and feels thicker. Anyone else trying these products? Let me know your experience!
This conversation is about a user sharing their progress with treating hair loss using finasteride and minoxidil, which others responded to with advice on dosage and other treatments such as microneedling. People also discussed the importance of doing research before starting treatment and being prepared for possible side effects.
community Shaved my head after 7 years of fighting hair loss
A user's decision to shave their head after struggling with hair loss for seven years, and the medications and treatments they are using to attempt regrowth. They also discuss potential future treatments that may come out in the near future.
community From a medical book – why successful treatments usually take 6-12 months to see results, and will result in initial hair loss
The importance of patience when using treatments for hair loss, such as finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841, which can take 6-12 months to show results, sometimes causing initial hair loss. Everyone's experience is different, so it may take time to find what works best.
community Should I dedicate my university studies to solving hair loss?
A 20 year old male who is balding and considering switching to a biology/chemistry program in order to find a low-cost, accessible solution for hair loss. Replies discuss the merits of this idea as well as potential treatments such as Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, TM5614, and ADQ.
community Topical caffeine is a common ingredient in formulas to prevent hair loss and to induce hair regrowth. (What’s your take on this?)
The conversation discusses whether topical caffeine is effective for hair loss, with some users questioning its role due to its vasoconstrictive and vasodilative properties, while another suggests that temporary vasoconstriction might be beneficial by promoting angiogenesis. Specific treatments mentioned include caffeine shampoo, which one user believes is ineffective.
community New company Amplifica gets $11.8 million in financing for development of its hair loss products. Dr. Maksim Plikus and William Rassman are co-founders.
New company Amplifica receives $11.8 million for hair loss product development, co-founded by Dr. Maksim Plikus and William Rassman. Users discuss undisclosed product candidates and application methods.
community Finally decided to buzz my head after experiencing hair loss since I was 17 (23 now). I think it looks decent, swipe to see what I was rocking before during the pandemic. Who knows maybe I’ll hop on fin but as someone who struggles with chronic fatigue and low test I’m hesitant.
A user's decision to shave their head after experiencing hair loss since the age of 17, and discussion around the potential use of Fin for treating hair loss.
community This is the best time in human history to be fighting hair loss
This conversation discusses the advancements in treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil and new promising treatments such as pyrilutamide and verteporfin. Other treatments discussed were taking minoxidil orally, tretinoin to turn non-responders into responders and microneedling to further boost growth.
community 7 years on oral finasteride/topical minoxidil/ket (Pics included). Losing ground... what more can I do to stop the loss and gain more hair?
A user's journey to try and stop their hair loss, including the use of oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, Cynatine Keratin supplements, and The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density; and advice from other users regarding trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and lifestyle changes.
community Is adding fluridil to dutasteride and oral minoxidil regimen enough to stop hair loss?
User on oral dutasteride and minoxidil for a year experienced slowed hair loss and regrowth initially, but now rapidly thinning again. Asks if adding fluridil to the regimen would be enough to stop hair loss.
community A new meta-analysis of 23 studies has confirmed that 5 milligrams a day of oral dutasteride had the highest probability of reducing male hair loss, followed by 5 milligrams a day of oral finasteride, followed by 5 milligrams of oral minoxidil, followed by 1 milligram a day of oral finasteride
Oral dutasteride (0.5mg) is most effective for male hair loss, followed by oral finasteride (5mg), oral minoxidil (5mg), and oral finasteride (1mg). Different treatments have benefits and side effects, and results don't apply to women's hair loss.
community Anyone else find it funny all of us on here stress about hair loss daily and take pills for it and take time everyday to apply minoxidil or RU meanwhile we all have friends who don’t even think about hairloss rocking their perfect NW0 hairlines and thick hair?
People on a forum are discussing the irony of stressing over hair loss and using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride, while others have naturally perfect hair without any effort. They share personal experiences and acknowledge that everyone has insecurities, with some accepting their situation and others finding it frustrating.
community I want to try procyanidin b2 and broccoli sprouts sulforaphane for My hair loss. What supplement should i take?
User wants to try procyanidin b2 and broccoli sprouts sulforaphane for hair loss and asks for supplement suggestions. Replies suggest taking fin by asteride and growing sprouts in mason jars to eat raw.
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.
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 Lilly to seek first approval of an autoimmune drug for hair loss
Eli Lilly's drug baricitinib showed effectiveness in treating alopecia areata, with higher doses resulting in significant hair regrowth compared to placebo. The treatment is not for male pattern baldness.
community Hey guys I’m a Compounding Pharmacist specialized in Hair-loss who makes Topical Finasteride Foam +/- minoxidil
A compounding pharmacist offers affordable topical finasteride foam with Anagain and micro-dose finasteride capsules for hair loss. They provide telehealth services across Canada and private appointments for international patients.
community Move Over Finasteride and Minoxidil....Clascoterone is the new Bitcoin of Hair Loss Products
Clascoterone lotion, being tested in Germany, is as effective as Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair loss but without serious side effects. About 400 men participated in the trials.