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GlossaryAnti-Müllerian Hormone (MIS)

protein hormone indicating ovarian reserve and aiding male fetal development

Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) is a protein hormone produced by cells in the ovaries and testes. In women, AMH levels are often used as a marker of ovarian reserve, which can help assess fertility potential. In men, it plays a crucial role in the development of the male reproductive system during fetal development by inhibiting the formation of female reproductive structures.

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community May have been mis-diagnosed for 10 years, self-investigation into AGA + AA Incognita (Defused Shedding)

in Treatment 1 upvotes 1 month ago

A 27-year-old male with AGA and diffused thinning has been using oral Minoxidil, Finasteride, Vitamin D, B12, Iron, and Ketoconazole shampoo. Despite a hair transplant and improved blood levels, he continues to experience hair loss and suspects a possible misdiagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita.

community Why it is a mistake to get a hairline transplant without being on finasteride/dutasteride for atleast two years.

in Transplants 10 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Getting a hair transplant without using finasteride or dutasteride for at least two years can waste donor hair, as these medications can lead to significant hair regrowth in areas like the crown and mid-scalp. Delaying a transplant allows for better results by maximizing natural regrowth and preserving donor hair for more needed areas.

community Community progress images being misused for marketing snake oil on instagram. Images attached.

in Progress Pictures 137 upvotes 2 months ago

Instagram accounts are misusing community hair progress pictures for marketing scams. Users suggest watermarking images to prevent misuse.

community Tom Cruise at the Mission Impossible premiere hair.(He's 61 y/o)

in Chat 392 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation speculates on whether Tom Cruise uses hair loss treatments like Finasteride or Dutasteride, with some suggesting he naturally has good hair like Brad Pitt, while others joke about Scientology or genetics playing a role. Specific treatments mentioned include Finasteride, Dutasteride, and possibly high-quality hair products or procedures like PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma).

community A rant about hair loss misinformation on social media

in Chat 43 upvotes 9 months ago

Social media spreads misinformation about hair loss, often promoting unproven treatments like diet changes. Effective treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are overlooked.

community Another clueless guy fearmongering and spreading misinformation

in Chat 249 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with some users advocating for finasteride and minoxidil, while others express concerns about potential side effects of finasteride. A social media influencer is criticized for promoting scalp massages and minoxidil over finasteride, which some believe is misinformation.

community Don’t make the same mistake I did

in Treatment 111 upvotes 2 years ago

User noticed hair thinning at 26 and used minoxidil for 2 years with slight improvement. Stopping minoxidil led to dramatic hair loss, and others shared similar experiences, suggesting minoxidil and finasteride should be used consistently for best results.

community STOP LYING FOR LORD'S SAKE because you're misleading people who are trying their best

in Chat 185 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Some users believe people falsely claim hair restoration results from finasteride and minoxidil alone, while actually having hair transplants. Finasteride and minoxidil, often used with microneedling and nizoral, are effective for many, but results and opinions on dosages vary.

community It’s sad to see companies scamming men’s misfortune

in Chat 22 upvotes 2 months ago

People are frustrated with scams targeting hair loss sufferers. Effective treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

community Anyone else feel like a victim of medical misinformation towards finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 65 upvotes 3 months ago

Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, expressing regret over delayed use due to misinformation and sharing mixed outcomes, including side effects and benefits. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

community Is this enough to regrow my lions mane and if no what am I missing?

in Chat 1 upvotes 5 months ago

A user is trying to regrow hair using a natural approach without Minoxidil or finasteride, focusing on micro-needling, red light therapy, and various oils and serums. Other users suggest that medical treatments are more effective for male pattern baldness.

community How I lost 30% of my hair density (don’t make the same mistake)

in Update 18 upvotes 2 years ago

User stopped micro needling and lost hair density. Recommends consistency in treatments and not stopping micro needling even if painful.

community DIY Dutasteride Mesotherapy....THE ULTIMATE EXPERIMENT WITH RESULTS! (UPDATED! MISSION COMPLETE)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 37 upvotes 3 years ago

The post discusses a DIY Dutasteride Mesotherapy procedure for hair regrowth, supplemented with oral Minoxidil. The user describes the process, including preparation, equipment used, and initial results, expressing excitement for future outcomes.

community Is it true that most hair loss treatments fall into one of two categories? If not, what am I missing?

in Treatment 3 upvotes 8 months ago

Hair loss treatments are generally categorized as anti-androgens, like finasteride and RU58841, which prevent hair loss by targeting DHT, and growth stimulators, such as minoxidil, rosemary oil, microneedling, and LLLT, which promote hair growth by increasing blood flow and growth factors. The user is seeking to confirm these categories and understand if there are other treatments or mechanisms of action.

community List of medications, oils and herbs for hair loss. (Did I miss something?)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation lists medications, oils, and herbs for hair loss, including FDA-approved treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil, off-label options like Dutasteride and Clascoterone, and others like RU58841. It also mentions Rosemary oil, Saw palmetto, and Fo-Ti root as non-medical treatments.

community [25, F] [RANT] Shedding since March 2020. This just isn’t fair.

in Female 42 upvotes 3 years ago

User "missbloombastic" has been experiencing hair loss since 2016 and tried min, fin, multivitamins, and spiro with mixed results. Another user shares their struggle with hair loss and its impact on self-esteem, while a third user suggests checking blood tests and confirming the cause of hair loss.

community Drinking minoxidil lands human in ICU with shock and heart failure

in Minoxidil 804 upvotes 1 month ago

A person mistakenly drank an entire bottle of topical minoxidil, leading to ICU admission with shock and heart failure. The incident highlights the dangers of ingesting topical treatments and the importance of proper usage and dosage.

community Kintor's email response to me, regarding false advertising, and my proposal for them to develop a topical dut formulation with meaningful efficacy.

in Treatment 44 upvotes 3 months ago

Kintor apologized for using misleading images in their advertisements and promised stricter review processes. They are also considering developing a topical dutasteride formulation.

community We need to keep these snake oil companies accountable.

in Treatment 123 upvotes 4 months ago

Biotin is being misleadingly marketed as a primary treatment for androgenic alopecia, overshadowing more effective treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. There is a call for increased awareness and accountability to prevent misinformation.

community Why you shouldn’t trust “progress” pictures.

in Chat 388 upvotes 1 month ago

Hair loss progress pictures can be misleading due to differences in lighting, hair length, and wetness, making it hard to accurately assess changes. Treatments mentioned include minoxidil and finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism about their effectiveness.

community Here's why you don't assume you have TE, because you likely don't

in Chat 48 upvotes 2 months ago

TE (telogen effluvium) is often misunderstood and is triggered by severe stress or trauma, not minor daily inconveniences. Most hair loss cases are due to male pattern baldness (AGA), and treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride can help.

community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use

in Minoxidil 136 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.

community Here is my hair regrowth plan

in Treatment 3 upvotes 3 years ago

The user's hair regrowth plan includes topical treatments (RU58841, azelaic acid, ketoconazole), oral supplements (Gia Herbs, castor oil), microneedling, PTD-DBM peptide with valproic acid, red light therapy, inversion table with scalp massage, and platelet-rich fibrin injections. Commenters suggest that finasteride and minoxidil are essential treatments for male pattern hair loss, which are missing from the plan.

community Anger and frustration as I finally learn my diagnosis.

in Female 6 upvotes 1 year ago

A young female diagnosed with Lichen planopilaris (LPP) experienced years of misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments, including a hair transplant and other procedures. She is considering litigation due to the misdiagnosis and has learned that LPP is chronic, hair loss can be stopped with ongoing medication, but lost hair cannot regrow.

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

in Research/Science 43 upvotes 2 months 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 I have not seen a single person who claims dutasteride destroyed their hair post a picture of the before/after

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 126 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses skepticism around claims that dutasteride worsens hair loss, with some users suggesting misinformation or panic during shedding as reasons for such claims. One user shared their negative experience with dutasteride, including increased sebum production and hair loss, and is now considering a higher dose of oral minoxidil after stopping dutasteride.

community The guy should have been on fin

in Satire 191 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments mentioned: finasteride, dutasteride, and hair transplant. Misunderstandings in conversation involve wordplay on "bill," "check," and "to pay" sounding like names and phrases.

community My barber noticed my progress 😁

in Update 212 upvotes 9 months ago

A user's barber noticed significant improvement in their hair thickness after they started using 2.5mg Minoxidil since August 2023 and 1mg Finasteride daily since September 2023. The user has experienced some headaches when missing Minoxidil doses but has not noticed major side effects.

community Connection between caffeine and hair loss?

in Product 2 months ago

Caffeine might raise stress hormones, potentially worsening hair loss. Telogen effluvium is often misattributed to minor stressors rather than significant life events.

community 2 months results minoxidil + finasteride

in Treatment 331 upvotes 3 months ago

User used topical minoxidil 5% with 0.1% finasteride twice daily, oral minoxidil 2.5mg, and finasteride 1mg daily, along with a hair multivitamin and weekly derma rolling. They missed the medication 3-4 times but still saw significant progress.