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Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.
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30-60 / 1000+ resultscommunity Hair looks extremely thin under sunlight!
A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is using oral minoxidil and finasteride but notices his hair looks thin in sunlight. Suggestions include using hair products, considering topical minoxidil, addressing seborrheic dermatitis, and possibly trying dutasteride or a hair transplant.
community Hair Loss Due To Chlorine and Hard Metals In Water?
Hair loss possibly caused by chlorine and heavy metals in water was addressed by using a shower filter, ketoconazole shampoo, and PRP sessions, which stopped the hair loss but did not lead to regrowth. Other users suggested similar experiences and solutions, emphasizing the importance of a good water filter and patience for potential regrowth.
community Hair Loss Treatments and Hair Transplant
The user is experiencing hair loss and is using oral finasteride, considering adding RU58841 and microneedling, and planning a hair transplant. They are seeking advice on whether to wait for treatment results or proceed with the transplant.
community Hair loss steps, guide to beginners or anyone experiencing hair loss
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, bicalutamide, oral estradiol, microneedling, and minoxidil. The regimen aims to reduce androgenic alopecia by blocking DHT and androgens, with a caution about potential feminizing effects.
community Hair follicle cloning is already possible
Hair follicle cloning is claimed to be possible but not widely available due to potential safety issues, such as cancer risks. Current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride are not effective for everyone, and there is frustration over limited access to these medications.
community Hair Oils can be DANGEROUS and this is a case study. He lost all his hair.
Hair oils can cause severe allergic reactions, as seen in Jermel Brown's case, leading to significant health issues and legal action for damages. Users discussed concerns about various hair oils, including Mielle and Kiehl's, with some experiencing hair loss and others using treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride to address damage.
community Hair loss 30F - thoughts on red light therapy vs min/fin?
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a 30-year-old female, comparing red light therapy with minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about hormonal impact and potential pregnancy are raised, with suggestions to consider spironolactone and microneedling, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a dermatologist.
community Hair density progress update year 7. (4 years of photos)
OP shared a 7-year hair density progress update using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling. Creatine use was discussed, with mixed opinions on its impact on hair loss.
community Normalize hair systems for men! If females can get extensions and wear makeup it should be socially acceptable for men to wear a hair piece
Men should feel socially accepted wearing hair systems, similar to how women use extensions and makeup. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants.
community How does hair loss and recovery work?
Hair loss varies due to genetic sensitivity to DHT and other factors. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling.
community Hair re-growth in anorexia recovery
Adequate nourishment and hormone replenishment helped with hair regrowth. Vegamour and Novo blends hair vitamins were also used but likely not effective alone.
community Hair regrowth? Been noticing these tiny dots on my head where I apply 0.5 dut and 8% minox
User noticed tiny dots on their head after using 0.5% dutasteride and 8% minoxidil, which others identified as developing hair follicles. Encouragement was given to continue the treatment.
community Hair Cafe vid: low dose dutasteride ?
The user is considering using 0.5 mg dutasteride once every 5 or 7 days due to side effects from finasteride and is also looking into topical liposomal dutasteride and pyrilutamide to stop hair loss. The goal is to stop hair loss, not regrow hair.
community Hair feels like it’s getting worse
The user has been experiencing hair loss for years, tried ketoconazole shampoo without success, and has been on finasteride for 3 months but is unsure if it's working. A reply suggests waiting 6-12 months to properly assess finasteride's effectiveness.
community Hair regrowth? Oral fin 1mg daily for just over 2 months and oral min 2.5mg for just over a month
The user has been taking 1mg finasteride daily for over 2 months and 2.5mg minoxidil daily for over a month, along with a multivitamin. They are asking if their hair shows improvement, noting possible slight length increase in the back.
community Do hair follicles ever really "die"? Or does all your front, mid, and crown hair just become vellus?
Hair follicles don't truly die but become severely miniaturized. Treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can help restore hair by providing nutrients and reducing harmful effects on hair roots.
community Hair Transplant Journey - Before and After
A user shared their hair transplant journey, showing progress from February 2021 to May/June 2024. They now use finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and Nizoral shampoo, and are happy with the results.
community Hair clinics' first priority is take your money and not to give you the facts straight.
Hair clinics prioritize making money over providing clear information. Effective treatments mentioned include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil.
community Hair loss products whilst trying to conceive
The conversation is about the safety of using hair loss products like Minoxidil and finasteride while trying to conceive and after birth. The user is seeking advice on whether these products are safe for the baby and if any men in similar situations can share their experiences.
community Hair loss treatment tier list by Dr Oscar Muñoz
Dr. Oscar Muñoz's hair loss treatment tier list suggests oral minoxidil and finasteride are highly effective, while topical treatments like RU58841 and microneedling are less effective. Users discuss the effectiveness of various treatments, with some favoring oral options for their practicality and higher response rates.
community Hair Regrowth with Novel Hemp Extract - anyone seen this??
A user discusses a novel hemp extract for hair regrowth, which showed superior results to finasteride and minoxidil. The formula includes CBD, CBDV, THCV, delta 9 THC, cannabigerol, and cannabinol, combined with menthol, peppermint oil, ethanol, Emu oil, HFA 134A propellant, and dimethicone.
community Hair Transplant journey. 6 month progress
A user shared their 6-month progress after a hair transplant, continuing to use 0.5mg dutasteride and minoxidil daily, along with red light laser therapy. They recommend hair transplants for those who haven't had success with medical treatments.
community How likely is it to reverse the hair count for each hair follicle?
Hair follicles can potentially produce more hair strands with treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Notable improvements in hair density are possible, but achieving multiple strands per follicle is uncertain.
community Hair won't regrow (even outside of MPB areas)
User experiences slow hair regrowth despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and supplements like biotin, zinc, and collagen. They seek advice on addressing overall slow hair regrowth.
community Hair started thinning in the front after 5 months on minoxidil plus finasteride
User noticed hair thinning in the front after 5 months on minoxidil and finasteride. They are also using ketoconazole and microneedling to help with hair regrowth.
community Hair Loss transformation Min/Fin/DermaStamp Age 23 M.
A user shared their hair loss transformation using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and DermaStamp, showing significant improvement over time. They noted quitting DermaStamp due to laziness and attributed past poor results to heavy smoking.
community Hair growth and natural remedies? Are they worth of it ..
The user discusses using Minoxidil and plans to start Finasteride for genetic hair loss. They also mention natural remedies like gold shilajit, moringa powder, a seed mixture, and cardio exercise, emphasizing that while these can help, Minoxidil and Finasteride are necessary.
community Hair shedding continuously for 6 months after being on topical 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finestride. M 23.
A user experienced continuous hair shedding for six months after using topical 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride. They switched to minoxidil gel and oral finasteride 1 mg due to scalp itchiness and are seeking advice on their situation.
community If people technically have hair follicles all over their body with baby hairs, why is regrowing hair so difficult to do?
Hair loss treatments are difficult because hair follicles react differently to hormones and have varying growth cycles. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.