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GlossaryNitric Oxide (Nitrogen Monoxide)

molecule that helps widen blood vessels, improving circulation

Nitric Oxide (NO) is a molecule produced naturally by the body that plays a crucial role in various physiological processes, including vasodilation, which is the widening of blood vessels. This helps improve blood flow and circulation, which can be beneficial for hair growth by ensuring that hair follicles receive adequate nutrients and oxygen.

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community Nandrolone Replacement Therapy

in Treatment 41 upvotes 1 year ago

A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.

community 5 Month's progress on Topical FIN, MIN, Topical Dut, Laser Cap

in Progress Pictures 577 upvotes 3 years ago

User "hemantch" shares 5 months progress using topical Fin, Min, topical Dut, and a laser cap for hair loss. Significant regrowth was noticed after 1 month, and the treatments worked well despite being bald for 10 years.

community 5 months of nuking T, 2 months of minoxidil

in Transgender 485 upvotes 2 months ago

The user transitioned from finasteride to Cyproterone and started using Minoxidil, resulting in healthier hair and regrowth. They plan to wean off Minoxidil in a year, depending on regrowth.

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 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 How all hormones affect our hair follicles. Not just DHT. Take a look at this paper. Prolactin, melatonin, cortisol, progesterone, testosterone and more

in Research/Science 126 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses various factors affecting hair loss, not just DHT, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and melatonin. Some users report personal experiences with these treatments and hormone tests, while others speculate on the role of hormones like prolactin and cortisol in hair loss.

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 44 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 M26 - 9 months after hair transplant! AMA

in Transplants 624 upvotes 4 years ago

A user who underwent a hair transplant in Istanbul to reduce balding, and the discussion of various treatments such as finasteride and growth hormone for preventing further hair loss.