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      community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"

      in Research/Science  105 upvotes 3 years ago
      Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.

      community Balding, short, small penis. What is the point of living…

      in Treatment  405 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 24 year old male struggling with the physical and mental effects of balding, being short, and having a micropenis. Suggested treatments include taking medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, lifting weights, and trying not to compare himself to others.

      community M26 - 9 months after hair transplant! AMA

      in Transplants  624 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user who underwent a hair transplant in Istanbul to reduce balding, and the discussion of various treatments such as finasteride and growth hormone for preventing further hair loss.

      community Unofficial Dermapen/Roller Guide

      in Treatment  256 upvotes 6 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including microneedling (dermarolling and dermapen) and the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It provides detailed information about cost and usage of the various treatments, as well as potential side effects.

      community Ketoconazole mesotherapy plausible?

      in Ketoconazole  8 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses using ketoconazole, an anti-androgen, for hair loss and whether mesotherapy with dermarolling could enhance its absorption into the scalp. The user questions if the typical 2% ketoconazole shampoo dose would be effective when used after dermarolling to target androgen receptors in the scalp.

      community Fin/Min/Keto/Biotin - New Spray Topical

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their hair loss treatment routine, which includes minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, biotin, dutasteride, and RU58841. They recommend starting with topical sprays and mentioned using a new combo spray from Hims UK.

      community 18 Months Minoxidil 5% Before & After

      in Progress Pictures  512 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user used Minoxidil 5% for 18 months, seeing improved hair density but no change in the crown area. They are cautious about using Finasteride again due to past gynecomastia.

      community LeBron James has the most mysterious hair

      in Progress Pictures  166 upvotes 4 months ago
      LeBron James likely uses hair transplants and possibly hair fibers or sprays to maintain his hairline, but his crown remains problematic. Despite his wealth, he hasn't fully resolved his hair loss, leading to speculation about his treatments and choices.

      community Expectations control for SCUBE3

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 9 months ago
      SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.

      community How I started reversing Male Pattern Baldness naturally ?

      in Question  6 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user reversed male pattern baldness using a pro-thyroid diet, lifestyle changes, and scalp stimulation exercises, without Minoxidil or Finasteride. They reported reduced dandruff, itchiness, oiliness, and experienced hair regrowth and thickening over 15 months.

      community This is what some balding dudes are like

      in Satire  1050 upvotes 1 month ago
      Some people avoid finasteride due to side effects but engage in unhealthy habits. Minoxidil and finasteride are common hair loss treatments, with varied side effect experiences.

      community Having androgen receptor density and sensitivity at wrong f*ing place

      in Satire  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.

      community Lost density 60% all over scalp in 120 days (4months)

      in Update  10 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user lost 60% hair density in 4 months, started finasteride and microneedling, and has greasy, flaky, yellowish scalp. They are awaiting biopsy results, and another user suggested trying ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Let's talk about natural options and last resorts.

      in Chat  7 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user discusses their long struggle with hair loss, considering various treatments like hair transplants, hair systems, and natural methods such as micro-needling, vitamin supplements, and a healthy lifestyle. They express concerns about side effects from drugs like finasteride and ultimately lean towards using a hair system for better appearance and confidence.

      community Increasing Oral Minoxidil Dose Over Time

      in Research/Science  94 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user reports hair loss despite using minoxidil and plans to increase their oral minoxidil dose gradually while also taking finasteride, dermarolling weekly, and applying topical stemoxydine nightly. They shared a link suggesting that increasing minoxidil dosage can improve hair growth and thickness.

      community This guy claims stem cells fixed his balding

      in Is this regrowth?  301 upvotes 1 year ago
      A man who claimed to have regrown his hair using stem cell treatment, sparking a debate about its effectiveness and cost. Some users suggested he might be using other treatments or substances, while others shared their own experiences with stem cell therapy for hair loss.

      community Why I Will be Accepting Baldness

      in Chat  204 upvotes 1 year ago
      User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.

      community Blood DHT Levels – before and after creatine

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      The impact of creatine on DHT levels, and whether it could cause accelerated male pattern baldness (MPB). The user taking a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor found that their DHT levels actually reduced despite taking creatine for nine weeks. Replies suggested looking into testosterone levels as well and debating the safety of creatine use in relation to MPB.

      community Pyrilutamide is literally my only hope

      in Chat  91 upvotes 2 years ago
      Considering treatments for hair loss, including Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, Fluridil and Pyrilutamide. The user is weighing the risks of taking unapproved medication before it has been mass produced.

      community Nothing's working, I feel depressed, also hopeless for the first time

      in Update  104 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.

      community I think I’m on to something

       24 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user shared their personal experience with hair loss, hormone imbalances, and treatments including testosterone boosters, natural estrogen blockers, and DHEA. They suggest that low-dose finasteride and natural hormone therapy could reduce hair loss with fewer side effects.