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      community questions regarding topical finasteride

      in Finasteride  4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential effectiveness and risks of using topical finasteride for hair loss, with considerations about using DMSO as a vehicle for application. Concerns are raised about DMSO's safety, absorption issues, and the systemic effects of topical finasteride.

      community RU58841 - Has anyone tried it before?

       9 upvotes 4 months ago
      RU58841 is discussed as an effective hair loss treatment, with some users experiencing regrowth and reduced shedding, but concerns about safety and sourcing are raised. Users advise against purchasing from Amazon, recommending reputable sources and cautioning about potential side effects like cardiovascular issues.

      community Non responsive diffuse thinning

      in Progress Pictures  9 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been experiencing diffuse hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, clobetasol cream, and PRP sessions. They seek advice on additional treatments and are advised to check vitamin D, iron, and thyroid levels.

      community RU58841 mixing with water solution

       5 upvotes 4 years ago
      RU58841 is being mixed with Minoxidil solution, but concerns arise about water causing instability. Mixing with water may lead to hydrolysis, potentially reducing effectiveness.

      community 34m started on minoxidil foam 5% , 2 weeks in and hair shed !

       3 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 34-year-old male started using 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss and experienced shedding, which is a normal part of the process. He is considering adding finasteride to his regimen but is concerned about potential side effects, particularly sexual performance issues.

      community Why is scalp DHT suppression lower than systemic?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride reduces DHT more effectively in hair follicles than finasteride, but some individuals still experience hair loss despite treatment. Combining oral and topical finasteride may improve results, and some users experiment with topical dutasteride despite uncertainties about its absorption.

      community Fin & min. Hairloss/sheds/hair cycles

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months but is experiencing increased hair loss and no signs of improvement. Another user shares a similar experience and mentions iron deficiency and thyroid issues affecting hair loss despite using the treatments.

      community the "its so over / we're so back" pendulum

      in Chat  180 upvotes 1 year ago
      People with hair loss experience emotional struggles and body dysmorphia. Treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are used, but results vary and can take time.

      community Bile Acid-Mediated DHT Dysregulation Hypothesis

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.

      community RU58841 is great, super fast acting!

       6 upvotes 1 month ago
      RU58841 is praised for its fast-acting effects on hair regrowth, with the user also using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and GHKcu. Some users report side effects like chest pain, while others see positive results, but it's unclear which treatment is most effective due to multiple compounds being used simultaneously.

      community Why is regrowth impossible for me? What else can I do?

      in Progress Pictures  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is frustrated with hair regrowth despite using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping. Others suggest improvement, advise against overmedication, and recommend consulting a doctor or considering a simpler regimen or hair transplant.

      community On Dutasteride 0.5mg ED for almost 2 years. Increasingly shedding hair for more than 5 months.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite lifestyle improvements and additional treatments like oral minoxidil and PRP. They are concerned about persistent shedding, changes in hormone levels, and potential chronic telogen effluvium, and are considering a scalp biopsy for further investigation.

      community Dutasteride during virilization?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hair loss after transitioning from fem HRT to DIY testosterone therapy and is considering using Dutasteride while also taking Saw Palmetto. They are concerned about the impact on virilization and proper development.

      community Is it possible to create an estrogen mesotherapy/topical that doesn't go systemic?

       7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of using topical estrogen treatments for hair loss without systemic absorption, highlighting challenges and possible solutions like using estriol. It also mentions other treatments like topical finasteride, microneedling, and scalp massage, while noting the limitations and side effects of current options.

      community Any men here taking oral spironolactone?

       5 upvotes 2 months ago
      Men discussing the use of oral spironolactone for androgenetic alopecia, with some reporting no immediate changes in hair but noticing clearer skin and weight loss. Concerns about side effects like gynecomastia and erectile dysfunction are mentioned, with users planning to adjust doses over time.

      community High Estrogen causing hair loss?

       16 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

       63 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community Does finasteride stop development of the face structure?

       4 upvotes 4 days ago
      An 18-year-old using finasteride and minoxidil is concerned about whether finasteride affects facial structure development. A response suggests low DHT levels likely don't impact face structure unless testosterone levels are affected.