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body loses more nitrogen than it gains from food

Negative nitrogen balance occurs when the body excretes more nitrogen than it takes in through food. This can happen due to inadequate protein intake, illness, or severe stress, leading to muscle wasting and impaired growth or healing. For professionals, it indicates a catabolic state where the body is breaking down muscle tissue to meet its nitrogen needs.

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community Alright boys, who’s willing to burn their scalp for science?

in Research/Science 765 upvotes 1 year ago

Researching the effects of scalp trauma on hair growth, with some users suggesting experimenting with a soldering iron or derma pen, and others bringing up studies that suggest this may be an effective treatment.

community u/joaopassos4444 has zero education in endocrinology, human biology or science, it’s incredibly unlikely he good Will Hunting-ed a medical issue that stumped researchers for thousands of years, please stop buying random supplements based on layman speculation and temper your expectations

in Research/Science 69 upvotes 3 years ago

User questions credibility of a hair loss "cure" found by a non-expert and warns against wasting money on unproven supplements. Others discuss trying natural extracts and the importance of researching the enzyme 3ADH for potential hair growth benefits.

community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

in Treatment 42 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

community Does Evening primrose oil have a negative effect on a person if they’re taking it alongside finasteride and minoxidil?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 2 years ago

A user is concerned about taking evening primrose oil alongside finasteride and minoxidil due to its potential effects on hormonal balance and DHT inhibition. They seek advice on whether to continue the supplement or if their worries are unfounded.

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 Has anyone ever used grape seed extract? Any negative effects on hair ?

in Treatment 6 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about the effects of grape seed extract on hair, with mixed experiences reported. One user advises against using it.

community This sub is very toxic towards people who don’t blindly follow the fin mafia

in Treatment 226 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation criticizes the negative attitude towards those concerned about side effects from hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, or who prefer natural remedies. Specific treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and RU58841, with an agreement that finasteride and minoxidil are proven effective.

community Sensitive to Oral fin + RU. Am I screwed?

in Product 6 upvotes 3 years ago

Akinfenrawr experienced negative side effects from oral finasteride and RU58841, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. They discuss various options, including raloxifene, oral dutasteride, liposomal finasteride, Breezula, Pyrilutamide, SM04554, and sulforaphane, but have concerns about efficacy, availability, and cost.

community Whats up with all the dutasteride destroying hair posts

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 64 upvotes 1 year ago

User Basic_Football999 discusses concerns about negative dutasteride experiences. Replies suggest dutasteride is effective, but some users may have issues with dosing frequency or genetic factors affecting results.

community If you’re on the fence about Finasteride, don’t wait!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 78 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride, a medication for hair loss that has both positive and negative effects. Users discussed their own personal experiences with the drug as well as potential side-effects of taking it, such as erectile dysfunction or gynecomastia. Suggestions were also made about starting at a lower dosage to minimize these risks.

community My Experience with Fin for Young Dudes Like Me

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 3 years ago

A 19-year-old male shared his negative experience with finasteride, including side effects like vision issues, genital changes, pain, swollen lymph nodes, and mood alterations, which resolved after stopping the medication. He suggests alternative hair loss treatments like exercise, diet, possibly avoiding masturbation, topical anti-androgens, and dermarolling, emphasizing mental health over aesthetics.

community First 3 months on Propecia

6 upvotes 9 years ago

The user experienced no major negative symptoms from Propecia but noted ball throbbing and emotional inertia. They also used Minoxidil and observed increased focus and prolonged moods.

community Why I decided to stop using minoxidil

in Minoxidil 59 upvotes 1 year ago

The user stopped using minoxidil due to inconvenience and negative effects on hair appearance, opting to continue with finasteride and dermarolling. Other users shared mixed experiences with different minoxidil brands and forms, including oral minoxidil.

community Wuhan Hengheda Pharm WHP CB-03-01 Scam

14 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation is about a user who experienced negative side effects and poor sleep after using an impure hair loss treatment 'CB' from Wuhan Hengheda Pharm, which did not offer a refund or proper customer service. The user had the product tested, confirming its impurity.

community why do some people have such a severe personal vendetta against finasterid?

in Question 17 upvotes 6 years ago

A user is concerned about starting finasteride due to negative reports and potential side effects. Other users suggest talking to a doctor, considering personal tolerance, and note that side effects are rare.

community No side effects on pyrilutamide / KX-826 so far

in Research/Science 207 upvotes 3 years ago

User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss without experiencing negative side effects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hair growth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.

community Has anyone had positive experiences with Dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 21 upvotes 6 months ago

Dutasteride is generally considered more effective than finasteride for hair regrowth and thickening, despite some negative anecdotal reports. Users report thicker hair and better skin with dutasteride, and some believe negative reviews are due to advanced alopecia or impatience with the shedding process.

community Long-term risks of finasteride are overplayed, here's why (a comprehensive review on the available research)

in Research/Science 33 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride's long-term risks are often exaggerated; studies showing negative effects typically involve high doses or animal subjects. For those taking 1mg daily for hair loss, there is no significant evidence of severe side effects.

community Did anyone's hairline get permanently destroyed by dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 12 upvotes 1 year ago

User asks if dutasteride destroys hairlines. Some users share negative experiences, while others report improvement or no issues. Advice given: start with finasteride and consider anti-androgens if needed.

community About to hit 3 months on oral min, seems like its working!

in Minoxidil 1 year ago

A user who tried both topical and oral Minoxidil to treat their hair loss, but had negative side effects with finasteride. They have now switched to just taking oral Minoxidil and are noticing positive results.

community RU users hands up I wanna hear your miracolous and horror stories.

in Treatment 44 upvotes 1 year ago

The experiences of users who have used RU58841 to treat hair loss, including both positive and negative effects. Some side effects reported include chest pain, joint pain in the hands, tinnitus, and increased heartbeat.

community Minoxidil actually reduces wrinkles

in Research/Science 208 upvotes 4 days ago

Minoxidil may improve or worsen skin quality, with topical forms causing dryness and wrinkles, possibly due to alcohol content, while oral forms have fewer side effects. Some users consider using tretinoin to mitigate negative effects.

community I started fin (0.5mg ED) and oral min (2.5mg ED) at 18yo, best decision I've ever made

in Update 10 upvotes 1 week ago

The user started using finasteride (0.5mg daily) and oral minoxidil (2.5mg daily) at 18, leading to healthier, thicker hair and reduced anxiety about hair loss. They experienced no negative side effects and plan to continue the treatment.

community December 2023 -> November 2024

in Progress Pictures 581 upvotes 1 month ago

The user experienced positive results in hair regrowth using 0.5mg dutasteride daily and 5% topical minoxidil, with no negative side effects except reduced chest/beard hair density. They plan to continue this routine for two years before possibly reducing the dutasteride dose.

community 6 month Transformation Oral Fin only 20m

in Progress Pictures 6 upvotes 3 months ago

A user experienced significant hair improvement using oral finasteride for six months, adding microneedling and switching to non-sulfate shampoo. They managed side effects by working out and noticed no negative impact on libido.

community 22 male. 4 month progress. Min fin and micro-needling weekly

in Progress Pictures 147 upvotes 6 months ago

A 22-year-old male shared his 4-month progress using Minoxidil, finasteride, and weekly micro-needling for hair loss, reporting no negative side effects and feeling content with his results. Replies were supportive and encouraging.

community I have not seen a single person who claims dutasteride destroyed their hair post a picture of the before/after

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 123 upvotes 7 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 People here just don't know what they are letting themselves in for!

in Chat 125 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, emphasizing the importance of patience and sticking with a treatment for at least 12-18 months before judging its effectiveness or adding new treatments. Users share experiences and agree that introducing treatments too quickly can lead to panic and negative outcomes.

community Effectiveness of Dutasteride opinions

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of Dutasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting it works better than Finasteride and sharing positive experiences, while others are skeptical due to negative anecdotes. Specific treatments mentioned include Dutasteride and Finasteride.

community Finasteride is Good for Heart Health!

in Research/Science 119 upvotes 10 months ago

Finasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, may also benefit heart health. Some users discuss the potential negative effects of DHT on the heart and the balance between hair loss treatments and heart health.