Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    30 / 1000+ results

      community Thoughts on new drug PP405? Already reached phase 2

       26 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is a new drug in Phase 2 trials for hair loss, generating cautious optimism among users. Some users are currently using finasteride and experiencing side effects, while others are skeptical about unapproved products being sold.

      community Progress, 2nd shed and Drug resistance

       30 upvotes 2 years ago
      User shares 8-month progress on oral finasteride and minoxidil, noting initial success followed by a second shed. They seek advice on drug resistance and pill efficacy, with responses suggesting to push through the shed and consider the impact of cycling off minoxidil.

      community Should i start meds or see another dermatologist?

       5 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experiencing unexpected hair thinning and is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil after a dermatologist's brief assessment. They are hesitant and seeking opinions, with some users suggesting finasteride alone might be sufficient for mild hair loss.

      community When is the cure gonna drop , how much more time

      in Research/Science  112 upvotes 6 months ago
      There is no imminent cure for hair loss, but treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and new drugs such as KX-826, GT-20029, and PP405 are being explored. Current solutions focus on slowing hair loss and stimulating growth, with hopes for better options in the future.

      community What’s the most ridiculous theory you’ve seen on the cause of MPB?

      in Chat  45 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation discusses various absurd theories about the causes of male pattern baldness, with some users suggesting treatments like oral dutasteride. It highlights misinformation and humorous myths, such as hair loss being linked to testosterone levels or masturbation.

      community The Big Fat Layer / Remedies: Cetirizine

       8 upvotes 5 years ago
      Treating hair loss with various remedies, such as Cetirizine and the Big3 complex (minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841), which have properties like adipogenic, anti-fibrotic and anti-inflammatory. References to research studies are also included.

      community what is the problem with straight low hairline? Hair transplant question

       6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is concerned about having a straight, low hairline after a hair transplant and is unable to take finasteride due to high estrogen and prolactin levels. They have used minoxidil with limited success and are considering further transplants to lower the hairline, while others suggest the risks of using up donor hair too quickly.

      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 Started war against AGA, who’s gonna win ?

      in Minoxidil  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical dutasteride, with users debating their effectiveness and side effects. Despite the treatments, many believe androgenetic alopecia (AGA) ultimately prevails in the long term.

      community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

       92 upvotes 4 years ago
      The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.

      community We should actually be hopeful for these recent new developments

       112 upvotes 1 year ago
      AI advancements, like AlphaFold, are speeding up drug discovery for hair loss, promising more effective treatments. Current options like minoxidil and finasteride have limitations, but new developments could improve solutions in 5-10 years.

      community Amplifica: Hope or Cope? A Review of Their Pipeline

       9 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      Amplifica's AMP-303 showed a modest increase in hair growth, but results were inconsistent and potentially misleading. Hyaluronic acid and osteopontin are being explored for hair growth, with varying effects on different hair types and conditions.

      community How accurate is this picture ??

       3084 upvotes 8 months ago
      People discussed using finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair loss, with mixed results and side effects. Some had positive outcomes, while others experienced issues like libido changes and chose alternatives like hair systems.

      community Any form of regrowth, or is there any point?

      in Is this regrowth?  123 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for over a year and topical minoxidil since March, noticing small hairs but no significant regrowth. Suggestions include continuing the current treatment, considering microneedling, and possibly trying oral minoxidil for better results.

      community Fin year 1 vs year 4. Am I losing ground?

      in Progress Pictures  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride and considering a switch to dutasteride due to hairline recession. Users suggest trying minoxidil or dermarolling before switching, while others recommend dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss.

      community I have a hard time believing that creatine overpowers fin/dut

       108 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about whether creatine causes hair loss in individuals who are taking finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss. Some users report experiencing hair loss when taking creatine, while others do not. There is no consensus on the issue.