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GlossaryMultiple Myeloma

type of blood cancer affecting plasma cells in bone marrow

Multiple Myeloma, also known as Plasma Cell Myeloma, is a type of blood cancer that originates in the plasma cells, a kind of white blood cell responsible for producing antibodies. This disease leads to the accumulation of abnormal plasma cells in the bone marrow, which can interfere with the production of normal blood cells and cause bone damage, kidney problems, and a weakened immune system.

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community How to layer multiple topicals? (tretinoin, topical min, topical fin)

in Treatment 1 month ago

The user plans to use a combination of tretinoin, topical minoxidil, and topical finasteride for hair loss treatment. They seek advice on application order, timing, and tretinoin dosage.

community How do I layer multiple treatments?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 3 months ago

The user asks about the order and compatibility of using topical minoxidil, stemoxydine, The Ordinary natural moisturizing factors + HA for scalp, RU58841, and Nioxin system 2 leave-in treatment. They seek advice on layering these hair loss treatments.

community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!

in Treatment 97 upvotes 1 year ago

A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.

community I'm on multiple anti-androgens and after around year, my hairs are thinner, why?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 16 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, pyrithione zinc, and oral minoxidil to treat hair loss and has seen an increase in fine hairs on the hairline but overall thinning on the top. They are considering adding zinc and Vitamin K to their regimen and are already taking hair multivitamins with collagen.

community Hairline regrowth without HT, what are my options?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 1 month ago

The user is using multiple topical treatments including Minoxidil, RU58841, and Spironolactone, along with supplements, to address hair loss and is considering starting oral Minoxidil. They plan to begin oral finasteride soon after experiencing side effects from topical dutasteride.

community Fin completely cured my highly resistant hormonal acne 22m

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 2 months ago

Finasteride effectively treated hormonal acne for multiple users, including the original poster. Topical treatments like Winlevi are effective but expensive and not always covered by insurance.

community Change in Consumption of multivitamins

in Treatment 2 upvotes 5 months ago

The user discusses switching from multiple vitamins to a single multivitamin pill. They also mention using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil with finasteride for hair loss treatment.

community I was scared of Fin. I now love it

in Update 19 upvotes 11 months ago

A 25-year-old male switched from multiple topicals to finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, experiencing maintenance and increased confidence despite minor side effects. He now styles his hair freely and appreciates the positive impact of finasteride.

community Completely defeated after trying so hard with topical finasteride.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 24 upvotes 1 year ago

A user who has tried multiple treatments for hair loss, including oral and topical finasteride and liposomal finasteride, but experienced severe side effects in each case; the user is considering trying RU58841 or aromatise inhibitors as alternatives.

community Brutal shed at 5 months

in Minoxidil 8 upvotes 3 years ago

User experienced significant hair regrowth with multiple treatments, but then had a brutal shedding period, losing progress. Others questioned the number of treatments used and potential side effects.

community Steroid injections helped my hair loss but I have AGA?

in Female 1 upvotes 7 months ago

A woman with AGA and CTE has been taking multiple hair loss treatments including spironolactone, dutasteride, finasteride, bicalutamide, birth control, and minoxidil without success. Steroid injections, however, dramatically and immediately stopped her hair loss, though the effect lasts less than a month.

community i hate how much i’m stressing about hair loss

in Chat 78 upvotes 1 year ago

Someone who is starting to experience hair loss and is considering multiple treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and a hair transplant, to manage it. Replies provide advice on how to approach these treatments safely and effectively.

community There is simply no way to get finasteride in Germany

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 82 upvotes 4 months ago

A user in Germany struggles to get a finasteride prescription despite trying multiple doctors and apps, only receiving minoxidil. Other users suggest alternative sources like Zava.med, EU doctor App, and buying from pharmacies abroad.

community Wanted to share my hairloss treatment. All in one solution. Did a trichotest and they made me this solution. In addition I use caffeine liquid and saw palmento. Been on this for 40days now, started sheding. (Been on minoxidil 5% for a year befor this). What do you guys think?

in Treatment 49 upvotes 2 years ago

A user shared their hair loss treatment which includes a custom solution with multiple ingredients, caffeine liquid, and saw palmetto, and mentioned shedding after 40 days of use. Some replies discuss the effectiveness and cost of the treatment, while others debate the usefulness of topical dutasteride.

community L'Oreal working on Hair Cloning - Poster Presentation

in Research/Science 24 upvotes 4 years ago

L'Oreal is working on hair cloning, with multiple companies using similar techniques, making hair cloning likely by 2030. The conversation expresses optimism about the progress and potential affordability of hair cloning solutions.

community Been using Dutasteride, Ru58841, Minoxidil, and Ketaconozole for years. Still can't stop shed, recession or loss of density.

in Treatment 1 upvotes 1 month ago

Despite using dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, and ketoconazole for years, the user continues to experience severe hair loss and thinning. They seek advice after multiple dermatologists confirmed androgenetic alopecia (AGA) but offered no effective solutions.

community Min/Fin is pure magic. Seriously. Read below

in Treatment 9 upvotes 2 months ago

A user reported significant hair growth improvements using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil daily, despite minor side effects. The doctor advised against combining multiple treatments to identify what works.

community How likely is it to reverse the hair count for each hair follicle?

in Chat 12 upvotes 3 months ago

Hair follicles can potentially produce more hair strands with treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Notable improvements in hair density are possible, but achieving multiple strands per follicle is uncertain.

community Can single hairs follicules be able to produce two hairs once again with treatment? Never saw a study about that.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation is about whether treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can make single hair follicles produce multiple hairs again. The user is curious if these medications can thicken hair and prolong the growth phase.

community Almost 3 months finasteride/dutasteride, minoxidil, ru5884. Not sure if regrowth

in Is this regrowth? 56 upvotes 11 months ago

The conversation is about someone observing potential hair regrowth after using finasteride/dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for almost three months. Multiple replies agree that the individual is experiencing hair regrowth.

community Can I combat hairloss on finastride alone??

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 1 year ago

User asks if finasteride alone can combat hair loss and considers adding minoxidil later. Replies suggest aggressive approach with multiple treatments or using finasteride alone, depending on personal preference.

community Progress Pics – Minoxidil + Derma Rolling

in Progress Pictures 1 year ago

This conversation is about the user "Such_Ad7910" sharing progress pictures of their hair loss treatments, which include minoxidil and derma rolling. They recently got a prescription for finasteride to further help with their hairline, and multiple people have commented urging them to use it.

community Finasteride two years results from horrible shed

in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

This user experienced severe hair loss, but was able to successfully treat it with finasteride over a two year period. Despite experiencing multiple shedding cycles while on the medication, Mission5896 reported that their hair continued to get thicker and stronger. Additionally, they tried both minoxidil orally and topically, but only found success with finasteride.

community We need to create a Discord KX-826 Monotheray group:

in Research/Science 29 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about starting a Discord group for people using KX-826 as their only treatment for hair loss, excluding those who are not serious or use multiple treatments. Someone agrees with the idea but mentions "GP :3," which is unclear.

community Using Rosemary and other essential Oils

in Product 8 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses creating a mix of essential oils for hair regrowth, questioning the proper mix ratio for single or multiple oils. It also mentions using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss treatment, alongside oils, shampoos, and microneedling to improve scalp conditions for hair regrowth.

community Minoxidil can prevent hair follicle miniaturization!?

in Minoxidil 6 upvotes 3 years ago

Minoxidil can prevent hair follicle miniaturization, not just stimulate hair growth. Finasteride and dutasteride don't work for everyone, suggesting DHT may not be the sole cause of hair loss; hair loss could be due to multiple factors, including autoimmune conditions.

community Pumpkin seed oil actually helps with hair loss (MPB) see study

54 upvotes 5 years ago

Pumpkin seed oil is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, but the study cited is criticized for using a product with multiple ingredients, making it unclear if pumpkin seed oil is effective. The conversation concludes with skepticism about the study's validity and mentions that pumpkin seeds might help with DHT blocking.

community Personal Ranking of Natural/Non-Keto Shampoos For Hairloss

in Ketoconazole 18 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation ranks natural shampoos used for hair loss, with Pura D'or being the top choice due to its multiple DHT blocking ingredients and value. Other shampoos mentioned include Hims DHT Blocker Shampoo, Bevisen Organic Anti-DHT Shampoo, Ultrax Labs Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo, and Hairgenics Pronexa Therapy Shampoo, with varying effectiveness and prices.

community Almost 4 Months dutasteride, min and derma stamp

in Progress Pictures 390 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation is about a user's nearly 4-month hair loss treatment regimen, which includes dutasteride every other day, 0.25ml minoxidil on the hairline once a day, and using a 1.5 mm derma stamp every two weeks. Some responses question the need to start multiple treatments simultaneously, while others comment on the visible improvement and the necessity to continue treatment for sustained results.

community Treatment does not seem to be working

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 12 upvotes 1 year ago

A 22-year-old male has been treating hair loss for over three years with various methods including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and other treatments, but continues to experience hair thinning. Despite trying multiple treatments and consulting with dermatologists and hair surgeons, the individual is frustrated with the ongoing hair loss and lack of progress.