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      community No side effects on pyrilutamide / KX-826 so far

      in Research/Science  207 upvotes 3 years ago
      User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss without experiencing negative side effects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hair growth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.

      community RU58841 One month difference comparison

      in Progress Pictures  130 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of RU58841 for hair loss, with one user sharing a one-month difference in their hair after using it. Users discuss where to buy RU58841, potential side effects including heart issues, and mixed opinions on its effectiveness, with some questioning the need for treatment based on the before and after pictures.

      community 1 Year on Finasteride - Here's what I think

      in Finasteride  86 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their experience after one year on Finasteride, noting both positive effects on hair retention and minor side effects like reduced libido and high blood pressure. They also emphasized the importance of quitting porn to improve sexual health and mentioned using Viagra to boost confidence.

      community My 14 Month Progress

       61 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 25-year-old male shared his 14-month hair regrowth progress using minoxidil, finasteride, and initially dermarolling, along with supplements like fish oil, vitamin D, biotin, and zinc. He attributes his hair loss improvement mainly to the medications and noted minor side effects like lower libido and dark circles under the eyes.

      community 5 months of nuking T, 2 months of minoxidil

      in Transgender  487 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user transitioned from finasteride to Cyproterone and started using Minoxidil, resulting in healthier hair and regrowth. They plan to wean off Minoxidil in a year, depending on regrowth.

      community Watching my younger brother bald hurts so much.

      in Treatment  267 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hair loss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.

      community What are these spots on my scalp

      in Treatment  51 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user noticed non-itchy, non-bleeding spots on their scalp while experiencing hair loss. Replies suggest the spots are likely sunspots or liver spots and recommend seeing a dermatologist; hair loss is attributed to male pattern baldness.

      community 4 months 0.25 mg finasteride only

      in Progress Pictures  167 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using 0.25 mg finasteride daily for hair loss, reporting significant improvement and minimal side effects. Other users discussed their experiences with different dosages and side effects.

      community My mum is mad annoying about Fin.

      in Chat  245 upvotes 6 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 DNA Testing by Roots by Genetic Arts

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with Roots by GA, a company that creates personalized hair loss treatments based on DNA analysis, which confirmed their inability to tolerate finasteride. The user is satisfied with their progress 30 days after a hair transplant and the customized formula they received.

      community Is this broscience? From More Plates, More Dates

      in Research/Science  22 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.

      community Why don’t people just just DUT instead of FIN?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  48 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of dutasteride (DUT) versus finasteride (FIN) for hair loss treatment, with some users preferring DUT for its effectiveness while others choose FIN due to its approval status, better long-term data, and lower risk of side effects. Users share personal experiences with both medications, including side effects and effectiveness.

      community Is 8% ru58841 significantly stronger than 5%

      in Chat  19 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user increased their RU58841 treatment from 5% to 8% to combat hair loss and is questioning the effectiveness of the higher dosage. Another user shared their extensive hair loss treatment regimen, suggesting that while 8% RU58841 might not significantly change results, it's worth trying as individual responses vary.

      community I really wish I started Propecia sooner

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old man's experience with taking Finasteride to treat hair loss and the positive side effects he has experienced, such as improved skin. The user also shared their journey of how they were scared away from taking Finasteride due to fear of possible side effects before eventually deciding to take it.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  38 upvotes 1 year ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.

      community I spoke to the Guy who did the Ru58841 (PSK-3841) research

      in Research/Science  288 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses RU58841, a compound for hair loss treatment, which was found to be effective in a 6-month trial but was not pursued due to financial issues or marketability concerns, not safety. Some users are considering crowdfunding to release the research data, while others discuss personal experiences and safety concerns with RU58841.

      community I am actually regrowing my hairline without minoxidil or finasteride (mechanical stimulation)

       128 upvotes 6 years ago
      Regrowing hairline without the use of Minoxidil or Finasteride, and instead using mechanical stimulation such as Derma Roller, Nizoral, Zinc Pyrithione, Scalp Massage, Scalp Exercise, Fish Oil and other topical solutions. It is cautioned that there are risks associated with not using medically-prescribed treatments, but it is suggested to consider mechanical stimulation in addition to those prescribed treatments.

      community Do we have to be junkies? That's funny

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, cialis, and metformin to protect hair and health. Some users caution against self-prescribing these drugs due to potential risks and complications.