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      community Is Vitamin D the cause of my baldness or slow regrowth?

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling, and the potential impact of Vitamin D and folic acid deficiencies on hair regrowth. It suggests that while male pattern baldness is the primary cause, addressing vitamin deficiencies may aid in improving regrowth.

      community The pessimism about the Crisp Cas 9 is excessive

       12 upvotes 11 months ago
      CRISPR Cas9 could potentially treat baldness by targeting specific genes in hair follicles without affecting other body functions. There is optimism about its future use, despite ethical concerns and the current reliance on treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Hair Loss "a matter of survival" in South Korea

       335 upvotes 8 months ago
      South Korea's president is advocating for hereditary hair loss to be covered by national health insurance due to its impact on mental health and daily functioning. The discussion highlights the societal pressure in South Korea regarding appearance and the potential benefits of treating hair loss to improve mental health.

      community 3months 2.5mg minoxidil - oral

      in Minoxidil  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of oral minoxidil for hair loss, with some users suggesting combining it with finasteride for better results. Opinions vary on the effectiveness of minoxidil alone, especially for younger individuals, while others emphasize the importance of finasteride in treating male pattern baldness.

      community Attention Finasteride / Dutasteride and Your liver

       374 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may cause elevated liver enzymes, potentially leading to liver issues, though this is rare. Users should monitor liver function and consider topical alternatives if liver sensitivity occurs.

      community Is this true? It can be a major breakthrough

       1008 upvotes 5 months ago
      Deoxyribose sugar gel may stimulate hair regrowth similarly to minoxidil by enhancing blood supply and follicle activity. Human trials are necessary, and current products have mixed results.

      community Finally did my hairline transplant at 21

       294 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 21-year-old had a hair transplant using 2500 grafts after starting to lose hair at 14 and using minoxidil and finasteride. Many commenters think the transplant was done too early, but the user argues they waited 7 years and stabilized hair loss with medication.

      community Korean minoxidil is superior to what we can get in the EU

       261 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Korean minoxidil is preferred over Foligain due to its non-greasy, fast-drying formula that lacks propylene glycol, making it more pleasant to use. The user has been using minoxidil for over two years and finasteride for about ten months, but it's unclear how much the Korean minoxidil has contributed to their results.

      community Saw an opinion on PP405 and sharing

      5 months ago
      PP405 is discussed as a potential adjunct therapy for hair loss, with skepticism about its effectiveness and trial results. Users mention combining it with finasteride and minoxidil for better results, while others debate the root causes of hair loss and the limitations of current treatments.

      community Modifiability of the aging process

       17 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hair loss is largely influenced by genetics, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 being used to manage it. Despite healthy lifestyles, hair loss can still occur, highlighting the complex relationship between genetics, health, and aging.

      community I'm sad I now lost enough hair I can only hide with a hat now

       100 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss and considering treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and possibly a hair transplant. Others share their experiences with finasteride, scalp micropigmentation, and hair transplants, discussing the emotional impact and offering support.

      community How to prevent hair loss while taking creatine?

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is concerned about hair loss from creatine and asks for precautions, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Replies vary, with some users sharing personal experiences and others dismissing the concern.

      community Hair loss & coffee consumption — curious about your experience

       12 upvotes 8 months ago
      People shared their experiences with coffee consumption and hair loss, with mixed results. Some noticed more hair loss with increased caffeine, while others saw no effect or even hair regrowth, often using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Still receding at 8 months on finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, and microneedling to address hair loss but continues to experience recession after 8 months. Suggestions include being patient as treatments can take 12-18 months to show effects, considering a switch to dutasteride, and consulting a dermatologist for potential underlying scalp conditions.

      community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

      in Research/Science  235 upvotes 2 years ago
      Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

      community My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia

       16 upvotes 9 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.

      community 6 months into Dutasteride and my hair is way worse than before

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  70 upvotes 2 years ago
      After six months on Dutasteride, the user's hair is worse than before, despite previously trying finasteride and RU/Fluridil without success. Some suggest continuing Dutasteride and adding progress photos, while others share their positive experiences or advise sticking to one treatment for at least a year.

      community Watching my younger brother bald hurts so much.

      in Treatment  265 upvotes 2 years 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 Genomic Sequencing for Hair Loss

      in Research/Science  156 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and potential mRNA therapies are discussed. There is skepticism about targeting specific genes due to the complex genetic nature of hair loss.

      community Popular hair loss drug linked to higher suicide risk: compared to non-users, finasteride (Proscar/ Propecia) users have a markedly increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Over 30 years of observation, 19,320 suicides were expected.

       494 upvotes 11 months ago
      Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.

      community Balding at the age of 17 years old

       14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential side effects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.

      community Is trichogram a good thing for testing genetic hair loss

       2 upvotes 7 months ago
      A dermatologist checked for hereditary hair loss using blood tests and plans to perform a trichogram. The user had slightly low Vitamin D3 levels, and the trichogram may help confirm androgenetic alopecia.