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GlossaryImpaired Glucose Tolerance (Pre-diabetes)

condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal

Impaired Glucose Tolerance (IGT) is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. It indicates a risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. IGT is often detected through an oral glucose tolerance test, where blood sugar levels are measured before and after consuming a glucose-rich drink.

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community 5 years of min / finasteride, no longer slowing loss.

Salines_Beach in Finasteride/Dutasteride 37 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience of slowing hair loss while taking minoxidil and finasteride, and the various treatments suggested to help halt or reverse the process.

community Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems

Sea-Way3636 in Update 97 upvotes 9 months ago

A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.

community Why balding gets worse in every generation?

NotoriousYY in Chat 81 upvotes 7 months ago

Balding seems to worsen with each generation, possibly due to stress, diet, and environmental factors. The user started treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community Don't discount diet for the sake of scalp health. Meds had no effect for 2+ years. 3.5 months since new diet / Shampoo routine.

Jace-Drone in Progress Pictures 300 upvotes 6 months ago

Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.

community Finasteride/dut. causes NAFLD,IR,diabetes,kidney dysfunction is it correct.

PrizeSandwich4094 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 139 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss discussion mentions treatments like Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil. Users share experiences, side effects, and advice on using these treatments.

community Debunking the "Adverse metabolic consequences of dutasteride"

beardedthanos in Research/Science 40 upvotes 3 years ago

Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride, has neuroprotective benefits, and may prevent acne. Despite initial concerns about metabolic effects, further research suggests it is safe for most users, especially if not hypogonadal.

community Dutasteride 2 years 3 month results

Combfromhell in Finasteride/Dutasteride 251 upvotes 1 year ago

The user tried dutasteride for hair loss for 2.5 years but experienced drastic thinning and receding hairline. They decided to switch back to finasteride, along with minoxidil, LLLT, and ketoconazole, due to dissatisfaction with dutasteride's results and side effects.

community 5ARI (dutasteride) Associated with Adverse Metabolic Effects

Camp_KillYourself 23 upvotes 6 years ago

Dutasteride is associated with increased blood glucose, HbA1c, LDL cholesterol, and liver enzyme activity, potentially leading to diabetes, NAFLD, and liver metabolism changes. The conversation highlights concerns about these adverse effects and calls for more studies, including on finasteride.

community Still not sure why men think diet has nothing to do with hair loss when scientific is quite the opposite [Link]

kombuchafox 25 upvotes 6 years ago

Diet can influence hair health, but male pattern baldness (MPB) is primarily genetic. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community So it turns out Post Finasteride Syndrome was never real?

Alternative_Work_742 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 271 upvotes 6 months ago

Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe side effects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Oral minoxidil is not good for your health, let’s use research chemicals bought from AliExpress

BiluPax in Satire 551 upvotes 2 years ago

. This conversation discussed the efficacy of Minoxidil and Finasteride as treatments for hair loss, with a focus on the potential side effects of taking Oral Minoxidil. Some users shared their experiences with both treatments and there was debate over whether they were safe or not.

community Mid 40s Fin only - 12 month update.

EggplantAncient7506 in Progress Pictures 508 upvotes 1 year ago

A user in their mid-40s shared a 12-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They started seeing thicker hair and regrowth after 3 months, with no side effects noticed.

community Dont fucking wait to start finasteride!

baldwarrior85 in Chat 372 upvotes 3 years ago

User baldwarrior85 regrets not starting finasteride earlier to prevent hair loss. Others share their experiences, with some having side effects and others seeing positive results from the treatment.

community Love me some Dutasteride. 40 years old. March to now

mynameisbogus in Progress Pictures 753 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of this conversation about hair loss is that the user, "mynameisbogus," has been using Dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massaging, and keto shampoo to treat their hair loss. They have not experienced any side effects and have seen positive results.

community New study shows that microneedling is an ineffective hair loss treatment

No-Music689 in Research/Science 1 year ago

The effectiveness of microneedling as a hair loss treatment, with evidence from studies and anecdotal accounts from other users. It is suggested that combining microneedling with minoxidil or finasteride may be more effective than using microneedling alone, although some people have had success using only microneedling.

community How do we only have two treatments to combat hair loss at this point in time?

NUS_BEE in Chat 211 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses frustration over the limited and not always effective treatments for hair loss, mainly Minoxidil and Finasteride. The conversation includes mentions of potential new treatments like GT20029, HMI-115, CosmeRNA, KX-826, and microneedling, but also highlights the challenges of funding and prioritizing research in this area.

community Male pattern baldness, and mental health

HealthyCourage5649 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 332 upvotes 1 year ago

A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.

community Why is everyone not directly advised Dutasteride?

Jamelco123 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 169 upvotes 4 months ago

Dutasteride is less commonly prescribed for hair loss because it is not FDA-approved for this purpose, unlike finasteride, which is more accessible and preferred due to fewer side effects. Dutasteride may be more effective in reducing DHT but has a longer half-life and potentially more significant side effects.

community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

nkrata in Research 830 upvotes 6 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 Why do so many people trash on finasteride?

JohnStink420 in Chat 247 upvotes 2 days ago

Finasteride is effective for hair regrowth, especially on the crown, but can cause side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction in some users. Opinions are mixed, with some reporting positive results without side effects and others experiencing significant issues.

community My Widows peak randomly grew back? Is my thinning covid related?

SimpleManofPeace in Is this regrowth? 6 months ago

The user experienced hair thinning, possibly due to long COVID and prediabetes, and saw regrowth after dietary changes and using biotin shampoo. They are taking vitamins and noticed significant hair regrowth, especially at the widow's peak.

community Could low blood flow to the head cause an increased rate of thinning?

degutisd in Chat 27 upvotes 3 years ago

The user started using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for male pattern baldness (MPB) and is experiencing rapid thinning. They are questioning if low blood flow to the head could be contributing to their hair loss.

community My dad 61y/o healed from full bald to full head of hair

4utoimmune in Finasteride/Dutasteride 177 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's 61-year-old father regained a full head of hair after four years on dutasteride for his prostate and five months of weight loss and exercise. The user decided to switch from finasteride to dutasteride and continue exercising, inspired by his father's results.

community I'm a 32 year old male with Norwood 3 with heavy diffuse thinning, I'm about to start my hair loss regiment. It goes as follows

BattleAxeDeathStomp in Update 22 upvotes 2 years ago

A 32-year-old male with Norwood 3 and heavy diffuse thinning is starting a hair loss treatment including RU58841, Minoxidil, finasteride, derma rolling, vitamins, and possibly MK677, while cutting out most sugars from his diet. He plans to share progress photos and updates on his test levels.

Compressed part of research of theory of androgenic/anabolitic balance. AGA h-responders analytic. Theory of physio-metabolitic method of anti AGA treatment

community Compressed part of research of theory of androgenic/anabolitic balance. AGA h-responders analytic. Theory of physio-metabolitic method of anti AGA treatment

MagicBold in Research 823 upvotes 3 months ago

The treatment for androgenetic alopecia involves using finasteride and minoxidil with intense exercise and cold exposure to boost metabolism and reduce androgenic effects, potentially leading to hair regrowth. This approach may activate biological pathways for improved hair and overall health.

community 57% increased chance of pattern hair loss independently associated with the consumption of sugary beverages in men (p<0.001) Pt 2

DSBarreto in Research/Science 479 upvotes 6 months ago

Sugary beverages increase the risk of pattern hair loss in men by 57%. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community 11.5 Months after Hair Transplant – 3361 grafts – Dr. Thiago Bianco Leal

FUE3300 in Transplants 331 upvotes 2 years ago

A hair transplant of 3361 grafts, 11.5 months after the procedure, that resulted in a very natural looking NW1 hairline; the person who underwent this procedure has not experienced any hair loss and is expecting to have no future hairloss either.

community Update: 4 Month progress on Fin/Min plus dermaroller

TheOnlyPJizzle in Progress Pictures 559 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared a 4-month update on their hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, a dermaroller, ketoconazole shampoo, multivitamins, and biotin, and received positive reactions and inquiries from others. They also mentioned lifestyle changes such as quitting creatine, alcohol, and smoking, which may have contributed to their success.

community 40 days of dutasteride and 55 days of topical minoxidil

Ok-Disk34 in Progress Pictures 388 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses a person's hair regrowth after using dutasteride for 40 days and topical minoxidil for 55 days, along with weekly dermarolling. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil and asking about potential recovery.

community Pre Finasteride Treatment, is testing for free DHT necessary?

yunnospllrait in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about whether testing for free DHT is necessary before starting Finasteride for hair loss, despite having other hormone tests available. One person suggests that genetic response to DHT is more important than DHT levels and advises starting Finasteride without the free DHT test.