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      community Take the meds, but know that LIFESTYLE MATTERS

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 5 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride aid hair regrowth, but a healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition and maintaining a healthy weight, enhances their effectiveness. Being underweight can impede hair regrowth, while a balanced diet and addressing deficiencies can improve outcomes.

      community It looks like Pelage are giving hints that PP405 is a game changer

      in Chat  239 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 is seen as a potential breakthrough for converting vellus hairs to terminal hairs, with users expressing both hope and skepticism. It is compared to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with discussions on side effects and marketing concerns.

      community The final nail in the coffin. PP405 is confirmed JXL069.

       440 upvotes 1 month ago
      PP405 and JXL069 are confirmed to be the same molecule, leading to disappointment due to poor hair regrowth results. Users express skepticism about the credibility of Pelage and the effectiveness of JXL069.

      community Alcohol consumption triggering sheds.

       4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Alcohol consumption can trigger hair shedding and affect hair treatment effectiveness, especially in those with autoimmune diseases. Treatments mentioned include RU58841, oral minoxidil, and stemoxydine, with finasteride also noted by another user.

      community Vertoporfin research update by Dr Bloxham

       71 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of verteporfin in treating hair loss, with some users reporting positive results and speculating that it could lead to a cure for baldness. Others are skeptical, and there's a debate on the effectiveness of verteporfin for regrowing hair and reducing transplant scars.

      community Topical Minoxidil causes this face puffiness?

       32 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user is concerned about facial puffiness potentially caused by minoxidil, but others suggest it might be due to aging, lighting, or water retention. The user has been using topical minoxidil for 8 months and recently started oral minoxidil, noticing changes in facial appearance.

      community month and a half update,

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair shedding after using RU58841, stemoxydine, and minoxidil, and has stopped using finasteride due to side effects. They hope the shedding is temporary and will lead to regrowth.

      community Ru-58841 vs KX-826/pyrilutamide while on steroids

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user increased their steroid dosage and noticed hair shedding, so they adjusted their regimen by reducing steroid doses and adding oral dutasteride. They are also experimenting with combining RU-58841 and KX-826/pyrilutamide in minoxidil to address hair loss.

      community Rare case: AGA recovery with vitamin D alone (case study)

       51 upvotes 5 months ago
      Vitamin D deficiency can hinder hair recovery, and addressing it may help with hair loss. Hair loss may result from various issues like excess DHT, vitamin deficiency, or scalp inflammation.

      community Still shedding after 6 months (2nd shed).

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, and considering adding topical finasteride. They are also deficient in Vitamin D and B, and are exploring if supplements or dosage adjustments could help.

      community Today was Last update on pp405

       109 upvotes 1 year ago
      A new hair loss treatment, PP405, is moving from phase 2A to 2B in clinical trials, sparking discussions about its potential to regrow dormant hairs and its impact on existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Some users express skepticism, while others are hopeful about its future effectiveness.

      community Pyrilutamide - cosmetic vs. clinical trials

       3 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the difference between the commercially available Pyrilutamide and the version in clinical trials. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

      community Almost 1 year on finasteride, but my hair seems to be getting much thinner lately

       12 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user has been on finasteride for almost a year but is experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding, leading to concerns about the treatment's effectiveness. Suggestions include continuing finasteride, considering minoxidil or dutasteride, and checking lifestyle factors like diet and stress.

      community scrap fin/dut, it's time for handstands

       177 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation humorously suggests that doing daily handstands can regrow hair by improving blood flow to the scalp, dismissing traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. It satirically claims that gravity is the real cause of hair loss, with users joking about the effects of gravity on hair growth.

      community Has anyone here had their iron or ferritin tested?

       5 upvotes 11 years ago
      Low ferritin levels may contribute to hair loss, and raising ferritin above 40 or 70 ng/mL might help with hair regrowth. Some users also consider zinc deficiency and absorption issues as potential factors.

      community 25 years on finasteride - my experience

       943 upvotes 1 year ago
      A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.

      community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

       55 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.

      community Thoughts on this? Supposed everychem pp405 results after 2 weeks

       17 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 is being discussed as a promising hair loss treatment, potentially effective when combined with minoxidil and pyrilutamide. Some users are skeptical about rapid hair regrowth claims, while others are considering alternatives like GT20029 and pyrilutamide instead of finasteride.

      community Inflammation (and health care system) frustration

       6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A woman is frustrated with her hair loss and the slow, ineffective healthcare system in Canada. She has tried treatments like minoxidil, doxycycline, and kenalog injections, but continues to experience painful inflammation and hair loss.

      community Saw an opinion on PP405 and sharing

      5 months ago
      PP405 is discussed as a potential adjunct therapy for hair loss, with skepticism about its effectiveness and trial results. Users mention combining it with finasteride and minoxidil for better results, while others debate the root causes of hair loss and the limitations of current treatments.