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      community I am about to cry, umI hate my gens

      in Chat  58 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair loss affects confidence, with discussions on treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Emphasis is placed on self-acceptance and building confidence beyond appearance.

      community Suggestions?

       5 upvotes 12 years ago
      The user is experiencing chronic folliculitis with scalp sores and is concerned about a receding hairline. They have tried various treatments including antibiotics, Nizoral 2% shampoo, and lifestyle changes, but are seeking further advice.

      community Bruteforcing alopecia or the new advent of science progress

       22 upvotes 1 year ago
      Combining therapies like scyllo-inositol, alpha-ketoglutarate, and autophagy-inducing supplements may enhance hair growth and prevent hair loss. Reporting individual results can accelerate progress in hair loss treatments.

      community Iron, Anemia, DNA testing, and bloodwork

       2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses personal experiences with hair loss and highlights the potential impact of anemia and nutrient deficiencies on hair health. Treatments mentioned include changing shampoo/conditioner, taking MSM, collagen, hyaluronic acid, astaxanthin, B12, folate, and bovine blood capsules.

      community My protocol for combatting hair loss

       5 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about a hair loss treatment protocol involving microneedling, finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and a scalp massager with oils. Some users advise starting with fewer treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to avoid potential side effects.

      community Check your vitamin d3 levels!!!

       158 upvotes 2 months ago
      Vitamin D3 deficiency and gut health, particularly H. pylori overgrowth, can impact hair growth and overall health. Treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride may be ineffective if these issues are not addressed.

      community Low level chronic allergies and hair loss

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Hair loss can be influenced by chronic low-level allergies, and treatments like fexofenadine or topical cetirizine may help with regrowth. The user avoids finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and has tried Regenera Activa and PRF sessions.

      community Intense hairfall, please help

       2 upvotes 12 years ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing intense hair loss across the scalp seeks advice, considering factors like nutrition and genetics. Suggestions include checking vitamin, mineral, and thyroid levels.

      community Malabsorption: Nutrient Testing and Supplementation

       2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss due to gut malabsorption and is seeking advice on nutrient testing and supplementation. They have low Vitamin D and Ferritin levels and are asking for recommendations on additional nutrients and blood tests to consider.

      community Doubts about my new exosomes treatment

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old is frustrated with ongoing hair loss despite using treatments like topical minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, oral dutasteride, and oral minoxidil. Their dermatologist suggests treating scalp inflammation with oral tretinoin and using exosomes for alopecia.

      community Hairloss and dandruff.. potential sebderm inflammation?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and dandruff, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, and is using pumpkin seed oil, scalp massages, and anti-dandruff shampoo as treatments. They are hesitant to use prescribed Finasteride and Minoxidil and have noticed some improvement after stopping Serenoa capsules.

      community My 15+ Year Hair Loss Journey: DUPA, Recurrent Alopecia Areata, & different dosages of Min / Fin topicals - Advice needed on next steps.

       4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been managing hair loss for over 15 years, using treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and corticosteroids, while experiencing side effects and recurrent Alopecia Areata. They seek advice on progression and potential underlying conditions, questioning if their hair loss is due to an autoimmune issue beyond typical patterns.

      community Reducing Scalp Inflammation

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses treatments for scalp inflammation, suggesting options like scalp massage, changing shampoos, using aloe vera, Tgel, nizoral shampoo, topical cetirizine, and consulting a dermatologist. Finasteride was mentioned as helpful for reducing inflammation, but with side effects.

      community Any other non-responders to most medications?

       6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has not seen results from various hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and others over several years and is considering adding RU58841 and starting hormone replacement therapy. They are also experiencing anxiety and contemplating moving to a more accepting environment for their nonbinary identity.

      community Potential role of TB-500 Thymosin Beta-4

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and TB-500 Thymosin Beta-4. It critiques the credibility of biohacking claims.

      community I always hear the advice to reduce scalp inflammation. What are some non-steroidal ways to reduce inflammation?

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.

      community Progressive insomnia (treatment-resistant) due to Finasteride

       8 upvotes 4 years ago
      A medical student experienced hair loss slowing with Finasteride but developed severe, treatment-resistant insomnia. They tried various medications with little effect, suspecting Post-Finasteride Syndrome, and others suggested the insomnia might be linked to Finasteride's impact on neurosteroids.

      community The Worst Hair Loss Condition You (MAY) have: LPP

       48 upvotes 2 years ago
      Lichen Planopilaris (LPP) is an autoimmune condition causing permanent hair loss and fibrosis, often misdiagnosed. Treatments include pioglitazone, topical corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory medication, and Jak inhibitors.

      community Why hasn’t anyone made a "DHT sponge" biologic yet???

      in Research/Science  45 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential for developing a biologic "DHT sponge" to neutralize DHT in the bloodstream as a treatment for hair loss, suggesting it could be more targeted and have fewer side effects than current treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Concerns include the complexity, cost, and potential side effects of such a treatment, as well as skepticism about its feasibility and market interest.

      community I Get Side-Effects from Anti-Androgens

       8 upvotes 6 years ago
      Someone looking for solutions to their hair loss, who has tried and failed to tolerate anti-androgen treatments such as finasteride, CB-03-01, RU58841, and Eucapil. The user is seeking advice and understanding of their extreme sensitivity to these treatments.

      community Non-systemic hair loss stack, is there any hope?

       6 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 19-year-old is experiencing hair thinning and has tried various doses of oral and topical finasteride but faced psychological and sexual side effects. They are considering topical anti-androgens like KX826, ketoconazole cream, and RU58841 as alternatives, while others suggest clascoterone and topical dutasteride.

      community No idea what's causing my hair thinning

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil, with no hairline recession or bald spots. Suggestions include checking for telogen effluvium, considering a JAK inhibitor for potential autoimmune issues, and conducting further tests to rule out other causes.