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      community Temporarily stopping Fin (1 month)?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      Stopping finasteride for one month is generally considered safe, with minimal risk of side effects or hair loss, according to both a doctor and several users. However, one user cautioned about potential persistent side effects, suggesting it's safer to avoid blood donation while on treatment.

      community Desensitize Follicle Sensitivity to DHT?

       12 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      Hair follicles cannot be desensitized to DHT like allergies; treatments focus on reducing DHT levels or blocking its effects using methods like finasteride, GT20029, or PROTACs. Topical treatments like ceterizine and BPA application are also mentioned.

      community New groundbreaking hair loss treatment -- Exosomes

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      Exosomes are discussed as a new hair loss treatment, but skepticism is expressed about their effectiveness. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Leaving minoxidil for only 1 hour on scalp - how to maximize effectiveness?

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is trying to maximize minoxidil's effectiveness by applying it for only one hour to avoid spreading it to furniture and pets, especially cats. They experience side effects when combining minoxidil with dermarolling and are considering alternatives like oral minoxidil or microneedling.

      community Noticeable shed after vacation and break in my regimen

      in Update  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after pausing their hair care regimen, which included finasteride, micro-needling, Nizoral shampoo, vitamin D, essential oils, melatonin, caffeine, exercise, and protein intake. They are concerned if the shedding is due to the break in their routine or a normal phase of finasteride use.

      community How’s RCH-01 doing?

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      RCH-01's progress is uncertain, and there's skepticism about its effectiveness. Users are losing hope in this treatment.

      community Micro needling and ptd-dbm progress

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about using micro needling and PTD-DBM for hair loss treatment. The user applies PTD-DBM drops on weekdays and performs micro needling weekly.

      community Exosomes therapy -- any personal experience?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      Exosome therapy for hair loss is being discussed, with mixed personal experiences and no significant results reported by some users. The treatment is expensive, and users are skeptical about its effectiveness.

      community Odd fear of not getting meds in a coma or similar

      in Chat  20 upvotes 5 months ago
      Concerns about hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil not being administered during a coma. Dutasteride remains in the system longer, and hair loss may not be immediate if treatment stops temporarily.

      community concentration of my finasteride therapy

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a topical finasteride therapy with hydrocortisone butyrate, estrone base, and breviline. A user suggests oral finasteride as a superior option.

      community Dermastamping — do you use hyaluronic acid as lubricant?

       3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using high molecular weight hyaluronic acid after microneedling to form a protective barrier, though it's considered expensive and offers marginal improvement. Users share experiences with different microneedling tools like derma rollers, dermastamps, and Dr. Pen, with some opting not to use any products on the scalp.

      community Exosomes 2 months before and after

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      Exosomes are being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with some users skeptical about their effectiveness and stability. There is interest in different types of exosomes, including those derived from centella asiatica, and comparisons are made to other treatments like finasteride.

      community Anagen (@anagenxyz) claiming they've cracked scalp-only DHT blocking - thoughts?

       15 upvotes 6 days ago
      A company is developing a topical dutasteride that targets hair follicles without significantly affecting systemic DHT levels, with trials underway to measure its effectiveness. Users discuss the potential benefits and skepticism around the formulation compared to existing treatments.

      community Im at the airport right now and have to apply minoxidil

       84 upvotes 7 months ago
      A person was concerned about applying minoxidil and tretinoin in a public airport bathroom, fearing judgment from others. Most responses reassured them that no one cares, suggesting they apply it in a stall or skip a dose without worry.

      community Desperate for help - Dread shed since 5 months!

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss after starting Minoxidil 5% and is seeking advice, as their hair loss worsened following a second COVID infection. Despite normal hormone and vitamin levels, the user is considering additional treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo, massages, and low-level laser therapy.

      community Am I in a long second shed from treatment or is this my regular hair loss

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and a dermastamp for 7 months and experienced a period with no shedding, but is now shedding about 100 hairs a day and is questioning if this is a result of the treatment or their normal hair loss. They are unable to start finasteride and are considering stopping the treatment due to the shedding.

      community This shedding phase is brutal man…

       590 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing a difficult shedding phase after starting a hair loss treatment with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Despite the shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and plan to continue the treatment, encouraged by others' positive results.

      community Insulins impact on androgen levels

       16 upvotes 4 years ago
      Controlling insulin levels through intermittent fasting and a low glycemic diet may improve hair quality by reducing androgens. It's important to maintain proper nutrition, including electrolytes and protein, during fasting.