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measures mass-to-charge ratios of ions in a sample

Mass Spectrometry (MS) is an analytical technique used to measure the mass-to-charge ratio of ions. It helps identify the composition of a sample by generating a spectrum that displays the masses of its components, making it invaluable in fields like chemistry, biology, and medicine for detecting and quantifying molecules, including proteins and metabolites.

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in Is this regrowth? 274 upvotes 3 months ago

The user "OP" reported significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping. OP experienced initial shedding but no other side effects.

community Dutasteride SAVES your hair follicles: MAJOR BS on people who say it destroyed their hair permanently.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 156 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and dutasteride. The conclusion is that dutasteride significantly reduces DHT levels and may be more effective than finasteride for long-term hair retention, with some users reporting personal experiences and side effects.

community DHT levels after 4 weeks of Fina and 8 weeks of Fina + 4 weeks of Duta

in Update 35 upvotes 5 years ago

The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.

community topical fluridil/eucapil + dut to block all DHT+T from scalp?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 2 years ago

User experienced slow gains with topical fin+min, switched to topical dut+min, and considered adding Eucapil. Another user suggested DUT may be less effective topically due to high molar mass and mentioned Fluridil as a weak anti-androgen that could help.

community Fin raised my estrogen but also testosterone?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 17 upvotes 10 months ago

A user experienced initial side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction and emotional changes, but later noticed increased muscle mass and assertiveness. Hormonal tests showed elevated estrogen and prolactin levels, which slightly decreased over time; the user plans lifestyle changes to see if they help.

community Tropoelastin injections + verteporfin?

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 1 year ago

The use of tropoelastin injections and verteporfin for hair transplant recipients to help regrow donor area hairs, as well as research done on tropoelastin injections restoring elastin in scarred heart tissue and skin. There are discussions about why it is taking so long to get cosmetic mass produced tropoelastin injectables on the market.

community My Testosterone is less than 1/3rd In 7 Months since I took Finasteride!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 113 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced a significant drop in testosterone levels after taking finasteride, leading to side effects like low libido and muscle mass loss. Despite its effectiveness for hair, the user decided to stop finasteride due to its impact on hormones, preferring to be bald.

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 The hardest hair protocol ever!

in Research/Science 10 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is using RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to slow down aggressive hair loss but is still experiencing hair shedding due to high testosterone levels. They plan to use ostarine to lower testosterone and prevent hair loss while maintaining muscle mass, and will continue using the other treatments.

community How are you using topical melatonin?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 8 months ago

The user is experimenting with topical melatonin for hair loss by dissolving melatonin tablets in a solution, but is having trouble with dissolution and is curious about others' methods of application and any effects on energy levels. They mention considering mixing with minoxidil but have not done so, and suggest that melatonin is best used at night.

community Did pre-tests before starting finasteride, turns out I have abnormally high estrogen

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 4 months ago

A 23-year-old with high estrogen levels is considering starting finasteride for hair loss and plans to use a low dose topical treatment while also seeking to lower estrogen levels. They will consult an endocrinologist for further guidance.

community HMI-115: What We Know So Far. HMI-115 (also known as BAY1158061) is a new pharmaceutical drug developed by a biopharmaceutical company called Bioinvent and licensed by Bayer

in Research/Science 51 upvotes 6 months ago

HMI-115 is a new drug developed by Bioinvent and licensed by Bayer, with mixed opinions on its potential effectiveness. Some users are skeptical and prefer proven treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community 200mcg Selenium stopped my hairloss

in Is this regrowth? 8 upvotes 9 months ago

A user reported that taking 20mg copper and 200mcg selenium completely stopped their hair loss. The conversation is about hair loss treatments.

community How long did it take for you to see results from RU?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 7 months ago

RU58841 users discuss seeing results in a few months. Minoxidil and finasteride are also mentioned as treatments.

community Epibiotech will now offer off-the-shelf allogeneic hair multiplication treatment in South Korea

in Research/Science 78 upvotes 2 years ago

Epibiotech will offer off-the-shelf allogeneic hair multiplication treatment in South Korea, using dermal papilla cells from donors to grow hair in balding areas. This method is cheaper and less invasive than traditional hair transplants.

community FtM: "Aggressive Regemin - Recovery From Norwood-6.5" Minoxodil/Estradiol valerate/Spironolactone. (What will happen in the worst case if CIS male go this way for a year?)

in Progress Pictures 55 upvotes 3 years ago

User "Ant1pal" shares progress pictures of hair regrowth using Minoxidil, Estradiol valerate, and Spironolactone. Users discuss potential side effects and the possibility of localizing estrogen to hair follicles for better treatment.

community New to Dutasteride. Why do some people take daily and some weekly?

in Treatments 72 upvotes 1 month ago

Dutasteride can be taken daily or weekly, depending on individual goals and side effect tolerance. Daily use maximizes suppression, while less frequent dosing reduces side effects.

community Need help bros 2.5mg Dut/RU/min ISNT enough

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 months ago

A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 2.5mg Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil daily for over 8 months. They are concerned that daily nicotine from vaping might be counteracting the treatments.

community 4 years; fin 1mg/day @ 4 years; minox twice daily @ 3 years; estradiol 5mg/day @ 3 months; spiro 100 mg /day @ 3 months (Wet hair because it's easy to hide issues with dry hair)

in Progress Pictures 198 upvotes 4 months ago

The user shared their 4-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, estradiol, and spironolactone. They noted significant regrowth by the second year and additional benefits from estradiol and spironolactone.

community New Hair Loss Treatment from Kintor Just Hit the Market: KX-826!

in Product 34 upvotes 5 months ago

Kintor Pharmaceutical's new hair loss treatment, KX-826, is entering the market. Users are eager to see its effectiveness before celebrating.

community PP405, a new hair growth stimulant that is completely different from minoxidil.

in Product 109 upvotes 5 months ago

PP405 is a new hair growth stimulant different from Minoxidil, currently in phase 2 trials. Users discuss its potential, safety concerns, and the long wait before it might be available.

community 28 Days on Oral Min and Vitamins Only

in Is this regrowth? 132 upvotes 9 months ago

The user is taking 2.5mg of oral Minoxidil and using Rosemary and Peppermint oil for hair regrowth, with no side effects reported. They are considering increasing the dosage to 5mg after three months and have been advised to include a dermaroller in their routine.

community Started my hair loss treatment last summer

in Progress Pictures 155 upvotes 9 months ago

The user started treating hair loss last summer with 1mg finasteride, topical minoxidil from Costco, and weekly dermastamping. They plan to begin using dutasteride and oral 5mg minoxidil to further enhance hair growth.

community im gonna be excited and want to share these news with you but dont be negative

in Product 26 upvotes 9 months ago

The user is excited about an upcoming update for GT20029, expected in March. They express frustration with the negativity on Reddit.

community Anyone have better luck with Dutasteride over Finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation is about someone who has tried various dosages of finasteride for hair loss without success and is considering switching to dutasteride, which reduces more DHT. They are asking if others have had issues with finasteride but found dutasteride to be more effective without problems.

community How can ru-58841 be effective if pyrilutamide failed phase 3 clinical trials?

in Research/Science 10 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of RU58841 for hair loss compared to pyrilutamide, which failed to show significant hair regrowth in trials. Some users report personal side effects with RU58841 and question the criteria for success in hair loss treatments.

community Any New Findings or Interesting Research?

in Research/Science 23 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about seeking new research on hair loss treatments beyond the commonly known ones like Minoxidil and Finasteride. Additions to the list of treatments include topical caffeine, alfatradiol, fluridil, stemoxydine, and upcoming treatments like TDM-105795 and verteporfin.

community TresslessGPT is available to ChatGPT Plus users

in 📣 Announcement 107 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation introduces a specialized chatbot for ChatGPT Plus users that provides advice on hair loss treatments, drawing from research and community insights. It mentions treatments like RU58841, the "big 4" (likely minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole, and tretinoin), dutasteride mesotherapy, topical melatonin, microneedling, and rapamycin.

community 11 months on fin only. Regrowth + thickness

in Progress Pictures 569 upvotes 11 months ago

A user reported hair regrowth and increased thickness after 11 months using finasteride 1mg, taken 3-4 times a week, with noticeable improvement starting around the third or fourth month. No side effects were mentioned, and the user is considering reducing the dosage to find the minimum needed to maintain results.

community I Honestly can’t believe it works!

in Treatment 28 upvotes 11 months ago

A 42-year-old man started using RU-58841 for hair loss and saw noticeable results after a month and a half, even his daughter observed hair growth. He did not use minoxidil or finasteride due to cost and is considering sharing pictures if improvement continues.