Pp405 is discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with humorous suggestions about rectal administration for increased effectiveness. Users joke about unconventional methods and express willingness to try anything for hair regrowth.
A 24-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia and seborrhea is using ketoconazole shampoo, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, while addressing low vitamin D and improving water quality. Concerns include subclinical hypothyroidism, potential Hashimoto's disease, and nutritional deficiencies affecting hair health.
The conversation humorously discusses using anal administration of Dutasteride as a novel method for treating hair loss, suggesting it could target DHT production more effectively. It includes satirical comments about the method's potential effects and absurd outcomes.
The user is exploring alternatives to oral 5AR inhibitors due to side effects, considering topical dutasteride, RU58841, and kx826. They are skeptical about topical dutasteride's effectiveness and systemic absorption.
Topical Dutasteride is more effective than topical Finasteride for treating AGA in men, with fewer side effects. Mesotherapy with Dutasteride, administered every 3 months, shows promising results for hair regrowth and maintenance without daily routines or significant side effects.
The user suspects scarring alopecia and is exploring NSAIDs and turmeric/pepper for inflammation-related hair loss, having experienced burning and thinning with finasteride and testosterone reduction. They are seeking feedback while unable to afford a dermatologist.
Switching from topical finasteride to oral Dutasteride and using Fluridil caused persistent testicular discomfort. The discomfort did not subside after stopping Fluridil, raising concerns about Dutasteride's role.
Fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) are discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, but they are not effective for androgenic alopecia. The conversation also mentions that FMT is FDA-approved for recurrent C. diff infections and is being explored for other conditions.
The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Finasteride may affect prostate sensation and size, with some users reporting easier urination. Concerns exist about prostate shrinkage even at lower doses.
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.