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harm to the nail plate or surrounding tissues

Nail Damage, also known as Nail Trauma or Nail Injury, refers to any harm or injury to the nail plate, nail bed, or surrounding tissues. This can result from physical impacts, such as crushing or cutting, chemical exposure, or repetitive stress. Symptoms may include discoloration, splitting, detachment, or deformity of the nail, and in severe cases, it can lead to infections or permanent nail loss.

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community 25 Years old. 3 Months on Fin/Min, plus Hair & Nail Vitamins.

in Progress Pictures 379 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Lead_Tasso, is expressing gratitude for the community's help in restoring their confidence in treating hair loss. They have been using finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min) and have also been taking hair and nail vitamins.

community Countering oral minoxidil side effects by taking collagen supplements?

in Minoxidil 16 upvotes 5 months ago

Oral minoxidil may deplete collagen, potentially causing skin aging. Users discuss whether taking collagen supplements can counteract this effect.

community Does age play a role in how you respond to 5AR inhibitors? (finasteride/dutasteride)

in Research/Science 24 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses whether age affects the side effects and effectiveness of hair loss treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Some believe early treatment yields better results, while others mention varied outcomes across ages and personal regrowth experiences without a clear consensus on age impact.

community Tried addressing DHT and regrowth, wanting to try additional path

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 11 months ago

The user is addressing hair loss with finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, dermarolling, and shampoos. They are considering adding essential oils to improve circulation.

community If you are under the age of 25 – MUST READ

in Treatment 86 upvotes 2 years ago

23-year-old man tries finasteride, minoxidil, PRP, and dutasteride for hair loss. Recommends personalized routine and focusing on other life aspects.

community #BIG4 plus vitamins and biotin/ 6 Months results/ 26 years old/ Extreme MPB

in Progress Pictures 237 upvotes 2 years ago

A 26-year-old with extreme male pattern baldness saw hair regrowth after 6 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, microneedling, Nizoral, a vitamin complex, biotin, and a shampoo with baicapil. Continuation of treatment is necessary to maintain results; stopping may lead to hair loss, making a hair transplant a potential future option.

community Solving Hair Loss with Research at MIT

in Research/Science 589 upvotes 1 month ago

Hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, TDM-105795, and PP405. MIT is hosting a hackathon to find innovative hair loss solutions.

community The "I just want hair until im 30" cope.

in Chat 220 upvotes 1 month ago

Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hair loss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.

community 2 years progress (28M). Finally posting my results

in Update 215 upvotes 2 months ago

A 28-year-old shared his 2-year hair loss treatment progress using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and Revita shampoo. He saw significant improvement, especially with minoxidil and dermarolling, and stressed consistency.

community Is there a topical androgen receptor blocker so we don't have to fuck with the enzyme and destroy our allopregnanolone, but go and hit the end target straight?

in Treatment 47 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses topical androgen receptor blockers for hair loss, mentioning Clascoterone, Pyrilutamide, GT20029, and RU58841. Ketoconazole's effectiveness and application methods are also debated.

community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

in Research/Science 65 upvotes 1 year ago

Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

community Progress over one year. June 2022 > June 2023 (fin+min)

in Progress Pictures 685 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's one-year progress in hair loss treatment using finasteride and minoxidil. The user shared their experience and advice, including adjusting the amount of sprays used based on individual needs and the importance of patience and positivity in the process.

community Soo.. uhh.. one year... wondering when Dutasteride is going to stop hair loss

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 132 upvotes 1 year ago

User has been on finasteride and switched to Dutasteride 6 months ago, using minoxidil, tretinoin, microneedling, and RU-58841, but still experiencing hair loss. Advice given includes waiting 6-18 months for Dutasteride results and checking if it's definitely MPB.

community Boyfriend’s [31M] progress photos after 6 months on The Hairy Pill (Australian subscription combination of Finasteride/Minoxidil/vitamin supplements)

in Progress Pictures 558 upvotes 1 year ago

KittaLockwood shared progress photos of their boyfriend's hair after 6 months of taking a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamin supplements prescribed in an Australian subscription service. They received encouraging responses from other users about supporting their significant other through the journey.

community Verteporfin day 119 update - donor hair regeneration human trial

in Research/Science 146 upvotes 2 years ago

A human trial of verteporfin, a drug that can inhibit wound healing by scarring and promote regeneration of original tissue and hair follicles to provide an unlimited source for hair transplants; people discussed the potential of this drug and how it could be rolled out in mainstream with more doctors getting on board.

community Reminder : Biotin is useless (expect if you are really deficient, and you're not)

in Chat 103 upvotes 2 years ago

Biotin supplements are not effective for hair loss unless you are actually deficient, which is rare. Some users report improved hair quality with biotin, but there's no evidence supporting its use for hair loss in healthy individuals.

community Hair Loss Treatment Iceberg Chart

in Satire 1379 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, ass hair transplant, topical Viagra, castration, and transitioning to female. A user mentions an experimental drug called M4U-5 (Mousteride) that turns you into a mouse.

community Ultimate DHT/finasteride microdosing graph to replace the commonly one referenced on forums

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 204 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss treatments, specifically, discussing the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 in various microdoses. It also includes an updated graph which provides information on how different doses affect DHT levels, scalp skin and serum androgen levels, as well as hair count.

community I started rapidly diffuse thinning at 22. I'm 42 now and have as much hair as I did at 16. AMA

in Treatment 449 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.

community Dont fucking wait to start finasteride!

in Chat 372 upvotes 3 years ago

User baldwarrior85 regrets not starting finasteride earlier to prevent hair loss. Others share their experiences, with some having side effects and others seeing positive results from the treatment.

community 1 1/2 Years progress, Topical Min/Fin

in Progress Pictures 106 upvotes 7 months ago

A 36-year-old man saw steady improvement in hair thickness after 1.5 years using Hims minoxidil/finasteride spray and hair/nail vitamins, with no side effects. He applies the treatment with an eye dropper for better scalp coverage and emphasizes the importance of patience and consistency.

community 6 Months in on topical fin/min

in Progress Pictures 50 upvotes 1 year ago

A user reports positive results after 6 months using a topical finasteride/minoxidil spray and a hair and nail health vitamin for hair loss. They were initially skeptical but now are satisfied with their hair appearing to age gracefully.

community Oral Biotin and Topical Minoxidil have a synergy effect in increasing hair growth, the study was only done in healthy subjects and it was only 14 days but it does prove that biotin can play a significant role as an adjunct treatment.

in Research/Science 170 upvotes 1 month ago

Oral biotin combined with topical minoxidil may increase hair growth rate, though the study was limited to healthy subjects and did not measure hair density. Some users report personal benefits from biotin, such as faster nail growth and healthier hair, but concerns about acne and study quality were also mentioned.

community 5mg oral minoxidil + 100mg Spironolactone

in Progress Pictures 10 upvotes 11 months ago

A user shared progress pictures using 5mg oral minoxidil and 100mg spironolactone, noting increased body hair and faster nail growth. Another user humorously suggested a new sub for people with similar experiences.

community June 15th vs. August 18th (Min/Fin/Dermadtamp

in Progress Pictures 16 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been treating hair loss with Minoxidil, Finasteride, Derma stamping, Nizoral shampoo, and hair and nail vitamins for two months, experiencing mood swings from Finasteride that stabilized over time. They are seeking opinions on their progress.

community extreme hair growth on hairline and temples , no drugs

6 upvotes 7 years ago

A user experienced extreme hair growth on their hairline and temples using natural remedies like onion juice, nail rubbing, more veggies and fruits, less carbs, jojoba oil, and dermarolling. They did not use Minoxidil, finasteride, or any prescription drugs.

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 31 months in and still shed this much pretty much everyday. What to do?

in Treatment 14 upvotes 1 year ago

A person has been using finasteride, minoxidil, OM, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss for various durations but is still experiencing constant shedding and thinning. Suggestions from others include checking for potential nutritional deficiencies.

community Is there any new growth here? February to September 2024

in Is this regrowth? 9 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is seeking advice on hair regrowth, using vitamins, rosemary oil, Nioxin, and vitamin D. Recommendations include oral minoxidil and avoiding finasteride due to being female.

community Excited to stack Finasteride+Kx826 😃

in Research/Science 37 upvotes 3 months ago

The conversation is about using finasteride and KX826 for hair loss treatment. The original poster is using 0.25 mg of finasteride every other day due to side effects at a higher dose.