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      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 4 months ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community Dutasteride Literally Saves Your Hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  96 upvotes 6 months ago
      Dutasteride significantly reduces scalp DHT levels and can save hair, though shedding is part of the process. Some users report success with dutasteride, while others struggle despite using it along with finasteride and oral minoxidil.

      community Why does it seem everyone favors finasteride over dutasteride?

      in Female  62 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses preferences for hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride over dutasteride. Users share personal experiences, cost considerations, FDA approval status, and potential side effects, with some switching between treatments to find what works best for them.

      community Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I

      in Update  118 upvotes 3 years ago
      A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hair loss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.

      community Non-Responder to everything and currently at the lowest point in my life

      in Update  60 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user expressed frustration with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil with micro-needling, and RU58841, which all failed to stop hair thinning and miniaturization. Suggestions from others included accepting baldness, considering hair systems, and continuing prescribed antidepressants for depression.

      community Fin non responders, did Dut ever work? Please share!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 4 days ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some users finding no improvement and experiencing side effects. It also mentions the use of RU58841 and topical minoxidil, highlighting that hair sensitivity to DHT varies among individuals.

      community progress pics (HRT, fin, min, microneedling) (35, trans non-binary)

      in Transgender  9 upvotes 1 month ago
      A non-binary transfeminine person experienced significant hair regrowth after starting finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy with estradiol. They encourage trans individuals concerned about hair loss to consider estrogen as it has greatly improved their hair condition.

      community Rare Non responder to Finasteride, Dutasteride, and oral minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  78 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss after four years of treatment and is considering scalp micropigmentation (SMP). Other users suggest the hair loss pattern may indicate alopecia areata and recommend seeing a dermatologist.

      community DUPA - 20 YO - Non responder to everything

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 20-year-old user experienced worsening hair loss despite using various treatments including topical and oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Other users suggested additional treatments like JAK inhibitors, RU58841, and lifestyle changes, but the user remains skeptical and frustrated.

      community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness and skepticism around topical dutasteride for hair loss, with mentions of combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and oral medications. Some users doubt its efficacy due to lack of independent studies and potential conflicts of interest.
      Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      in Treatments  450 upvotes 4 months ago
      Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.

      community Anyone else a non-responder to spiro?

      in Treatments  63 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically mentioning Spiro, Min, Fin, and RU. It highlights that Spiro is generally for women and can affect men's hormonal balance.

      community I was a non-responder to Minoxidil before my esophagus surgery

      in Research/Science  38 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced improved hair density after switching from 5mg to 2.5mg oral Minoxidil post-esophagus surgery, suggesting a possible link between gut health and hair growth. They theorize that long-term medication may have blocked nutrient intake, affecting hair regrowth.

      community FOR PYRILUTAMIDE NON-BELIEVERS (progress album, 14 months)

      in Progress Pictures  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 14-month progress using Pyrilutamide and Minoxidil for hair loss, noting improvement and no side effects with these treatments, unlike their negative experiences with Finasteride and RU58841. They emphasized the importance of consistent application for seeing results.

      community Any other non-responders to most medications?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has not seen results from various hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and others over several years and is considering adding RU58841 and starting hormone replacement therapy. They are also experiencing anxiety and contemplating moving to a more accepting environment for their nonbinary identity.