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      community What is going on with my scalp?

      in Female  25 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user named Mmherak is experiencing hair loss, with low B12 and iron deficiency, and has been recommended minoxidil and spironolactone by dermatologists. Other users suggest seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff, recommending treatments like Nizoral shampoo, ketoconazole, and Selsun Blue.

      community Will vellus hairs in thinning areas go terminal if you go all out?

      in Transgender  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      A trans woman is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and HRT to address hair loss, with noticeable improvement in hairline shape and presence of vellus hairs. She is considering hair transplants if these treatments don't yield desired results within a year or two.

      community Mid 40s Fin only - 12 month update.

      in Progress Pictures  508 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user in their mid-40s shared a 12-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They started seeing thicker hair and regrowth after 3 months, with no side effects noticed.

      community Verteporfin mixing solute for transplants

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 10 months ago
      Doctors are testing verteporfin topically for healing and potential regeneration after transplants. The user is asking how it is formulated for topical use, such as if it's mixed with a carrier gel.

      community Finasteride before/after 1,5 year

      in Progress Pictures  215 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with finasteride over 1.5 years, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They also mentioned unsuccessful attempts with minoxidil and are considering a hair transplant to improve their hairline.

      community 10 month update, natural treatment results.

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 11 months ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's 10-month update on natural hair loss treatment, with mixed feedback on its effectiveness. Some suggest using finasteride and minoxidil for better results.

      community 1 year and 2 months on fin and no regrowth

      in Chat  13 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has seen no regrowth after 1 year and 2 months on finasteride, despite increasing the dose, and is inquiring about the potential of future treatments like verteporfin and gt20029 for hair regrowth.

      community MY FOREHEAD IS SHRINKING 🙏🏿 - 3.5 Month Update

      in Progress Pictures  261 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared a 3.5-month hair loss treatment progress using topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, noting improved confidence and satisfaction with the results. Other users congratulated and praised the progress shown in the pictures.

      community A Nuanced Look at Microdosing Topical Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  85 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.

      community PYRILUTAMIDE PHASE 3 RESULTS : No statistical significance

      in Research/Science  123 upvotes 11 months ago
      The phase 3 trial results for Pyrilutamide showed no significant difference from the control treatment in increasing hair count, leading to the company halting its development. Users discussed their disappointment and skepticism about hair loss treatments, with some mentioning other treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Ultimate Hairloss Flowchart (for beginners)

      in Treatment  247 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss flowchart for beginners, with mixed opinions on its effectiveness. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, and vitamins.

      community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

      in Female  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  445 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community Vertoporfin research update by Dr Bloxham

      in Research/Science  71 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of verteporfin in treating hair loss, with some users reporting positive results and speculating that it could lead to a cure for baldness. Others are skeptical, and there's a debate on the effectiveness of verteporfin for regrowing hair and reducing transplant scars.

      community 48 days of Fin, Min, and Dermaroller

      in Progress Pictures  1746 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for hair loss for 2-3 years, and added 5% topical minoxidil and daily 1.5mm dermarolling to their routine 50 days ago, which resulted in significant hair growth. The user recommends dermarolling along with minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community PRP after 1 months next month Exosome and PRP

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is one month into their FUE treatment and has just undergone PRP treatment at American Mane in Miami. They plan to start using minoxidil and LLT, take xpecia with saw palmetto, and try Exosome from ExoScrt and PRP for better hair growth results.

      community M22 1 year 4 months topical min + oral fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  216 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil (topical) and Finasteride (oral), over a period of 1 year and 4 months. The user reported best results after 6 months, a significant hair shed 4 months ago, and current regrowth, while also using a 1.25mm dermastamp. The user adjusted Finasteride dosage over time and experienced high testosterone and nipple sensitivity.

      community Finasteride is giving me relief when I needed it the most

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing hair thinning started using finasteride and feels relieved for taking action against hair loss. Others in the conversation share similar experiences, finding comfort in trying treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, even if they don't fully stop their hair loss.

      community Medications that cause extra hair growth

      in Research/Science  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the side effects of various drugs causing excess hair growth, questioning why only minoxidil is used in the hair loss industry. The conversation includes users sharing their experiences and concerns about potential side effects of these drugs, with some preferring baldness over potential health risks.

      community Today I started Finasteride. I have questions.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user started taking finasteride for hair loss and asked about its effects, the use of Tretinoin for hair growth, the right time to start minoxidil, and the effectiveness of microneedling. The responses advised patience with finasteride, suggested minoxidil as a last resort, doubted microneedling's help with finasteride, and stated no need for microneedling with Tretinoin.