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      community Bloodwork: what to test for?

       6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hair loss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.

      community Hair and plants analogy and dht (serious)

       2 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss may be linked to DHT, which can both suppress and increase inflammation, potentially as a defense mechanism. Treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841 are discussed, but the exact cause of hair loss remains unclear.

      community What else can make hair more sensitive to DHT?

       17 upvotes 1 month ago
      Genetics, inflammation, poor scalp circulation, stress, thyroid issues, low iron, vitamin D deficiency, steroids, age, fungal infections, stress, and creatine can increase hair sensitivity to DHT. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, and Kre Alkalyn Monohydrate.

      community 4 months progress using 2.5mg min, 1mg fin and 10mg biotin.

       42 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using 2.5mg minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and 10mg biotin, noting slight testicular discomfort initially but no significant hairline changes yet. Another user reported similar treatment results, with hair darkening at the scalp center and small temple hairs.

      community Got some bloodwork done, horrifying results.

       11 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user is concerned about high DHT levels despite using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, suggesting these treatments may not be effective. They plan to consult an endocrinologist and consider other antiandrogens, acknowledging potential side effects.

      community there's some improvement here?

      in Is this regrowth?  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey, showing improvement after starting finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil 5%, and microneedling. They are curious about their degree of baldness and why their hair has thinned.

      community link between creatine and hair loss

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creatine's link to hair loss is debated, with some users reporting increased hair loss and others seeing no effect. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used by some to manage hair loss.

      community Could Microneedling + KLOW cause regrowth ?

       5 upvotes 3 months ago
      Microneedling and peptides like GHK-Cu may promote hair growth by improving blood supply to the scalp. There is skepticism about the effectiveness of KLOW, but some report positive results with GHK-Cu treatments.

      community Here are my scalp biopsy results? What does this mean?

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing progressive hair thinning despite using finasteride and dutasteride. A biopsy confirmed male pattern baldness, and minoxidil was suggested as an additional treatment.

      community Other factors involved then DHT/5aR

       5 upvotes 3 months ago
      DHT is the primary cause of hair loss, but factors like diet, stress, and lifestyle can influence its severity. Treatments like finasteride and dutasteride target DHT, while maintaining overall health is also important.

      community How can my DHT be so low without Finasteride on cycle?

      3 months ago
      A user is curious why their DHT levels are not higher despite using 400mg of testosterone without finasteride, and wonders if zinc or GHK-Cu injections could be influencing this. Another user suggests that more testosterone typically leads to more DHT, but the user might be fortunate not to exceed normal DHT levels.

      community Sugar and Hair loss connections

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      High sugar diets may worsen hair loss by increasing 5α-reductase activity and androgen levels, especially in women with PCOS. A low sugar diet might reduce scalp DHT levels, similar to finasteride, but genetics also significantly influence hair loss.

      community The difference a haircut and a little product can make

       516 upvotes 3 months ago
      A haircut and styling with Crew Whip Paste and hairspray improved the appearance of thinning hair. The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride, experiencing shedding but achieving better styling results.

      community 6 months difference on topical finasteride

      in Is this regrowth?  131 upvotes 2 years ago
      User shared 6-month progress using topical finasteride, biotin, and occasional dermarolling, reporting no side effects except possible depression. Replies praised the results and shared personal experiences with finasteride.

      community Can't help but feel somethings wrong (MtF 18)

       4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and is using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hormone replacement therapy (estradiol enanthate injections) to address it. They are advised to be patient with the treatments and consider using a dermapen for microneedling.

      community Hey med experts explain this please??

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride, dutasteride, saw palmetto, caffeine, spironolactone, acetyltetrapeptides, tea tree oil, hydrocortisone, zinc pyrithione, latanoprost, melatonin, marine protein supplements, PRP, microneedling, and valproate are discussed as treatments for hair loss. DHT reduction and inflammation control are key strategies.