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      community DIY PRP Scalp Injections - wish me luck!

      in Treatment  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their experience with DIY PRP scalp injections for hair regrowth, using an EZ Injector and other at-home equipment. Another user reported success with at-home PRP treatments for 1.5 years, noting thicker hair and a stable hairline.

      community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

      community Minoxidil alternative with a week long half-life? Why isn’t it possible?

      in Satire 2 years ago
      This conversation discussed the potential for a hair loss treatment alternative to minoxidil, with many users debating the economic and health implications of such an option. Some suggested that finasteride could be used as an alternative, while others argued that this would ultimately not benefit pharmaceutical companies due to their reliance on planned obsolescence.

      community My country is 100 years behind the US in treating hairloss

      in Treatment  188 upvotes 3 months ago
      In the Czech Republic, doctors are largely unaware of hair loss treatments beyond minoxidil, and finasteride is hard to obtain. Many users suggest buying treatments like finasteride and minoxidil from other countries or online.

      community Oral Minoxidil and Grapefruit Juice

      in Research/Science  96 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the potential dangers of taking oral minoxidil and grapefruit juice together. Some users express concern about dangerous drug interactions, while others argue that grapefruit juice may inhibit the metabolism of finasteride. The conclusion is that grapefruit juice may make finasteride less effective, but it won't affect minoxidil.
      Research Backed Dutasteride Simulator

      community Research Backed Dutasteride Simulator

      in Research  341 upvotes 1 day ago
      A Dutasteride Simulator predicts serum dutasteride, serum DHT, and scalp DHT levels using models from research papers. It simulates various dosing schedules to determine steady-state effects and visualizes outcomes, including hair growth-related scalp DHT suppression.
      Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies

      in Research  692 upvotes 3 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 New Treatments, and a Huge Group Buy with Lots of Research

      in Research/Science  109 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is organizing a group buy for various compounds aimed at reversing hair loss and gray hair, and improving brain health and fat loss. The user has developed a treatment plan based on extensive research and is inviting others to participate, with the option to choose only the compounds they need.

      community Platelet rich plasma treatment

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced rapid hair loss after dengue fever, which activated a balding gene. The doctor suggested platelet-rich plasma treatment for hair regrowth.

      community PRP + GFC for hair regrowth?..

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      A dermatologist recommended PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and GFC (Growth Factor Concentrate) for pattern baldness, but online sources suggest they may not be effective. The user is seeking opinions on these treatments.

      community Shedding ALOT of hairs after 2nd session of PRap

      in Is this regrowth? 8 months ago
      After a second session of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair regrowth, the user is experiencing increased shedding of thick and dark hairs and is concerned about whether this is temporary. They are seeking others' experiences with PRP, specifically regarding the duration of shedding and eventual positive outcomes.

      community Why can't you drink caffeine after PRP?

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses avoiding caffeine after Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment for hair loss because caffeine is a vasoconstrictor, which can reduce blood flow and hinder the healing process that PRP aims to promote.

      community I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP

      in Research/Science  550 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hair loss.

      community Hairloss after doing PRF treatment

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the potential risk of permanent hair loss from PRP (platelet rich plasma) treatments and whether PRF (platelet rich fibrin) carries the same risk. The user is seeking information on this topic.

      community Tom Cruise at the Mission Impossible premiere hair.(He's 61 y/o)

      in Chat  392 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation speculates on whether Tom Cruise uses hair loss treatments like Finasteride or Dutasteride, with some suggesting he naturally has good hair like Brad Pitt, while others joke about Scientology or genetics playing a role. Specific treatments mentioned include Finasteride, Dutasteride, and possibly high-quality hair products or procedures like PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma).

      community Today doctor scolded me so hard💀

      in Chat  39 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 20-year-old has been using finasteride for 2 years and switched from 5% to 10% minoxidil, causing issues. The doctor now prescribes 5% minoxidil twice daily, dutasteride on alternate days, and 3 PRP sessions for hair regrowth.

      community 4kg of fin + 3 L of minox a day + plus micro 6 times a day, results?

      in Satire  657 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using large amounts of finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling. The comments suggest various other remedies, like monkey oil, rosemary oil, and biotin, while some advise to embrace baldness and focus on confidence.

      community Has anyone tried PRP and Exosomes?

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user asked for opinions on a hair loss treatment involving PRP and Exosomes. They recently tried this treatment.