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GlossaryPatient Self-Assessment

process where individuals evaluate and report their own health status

Patient Self-Assessment refers to a process where individuals evaluate and report their own health status, symptoms, or treatment outcomes. This can include filling out questionnaires or using digital tools to track changes in conditions like alopecia. It empowers patients to actively participate in their healthcare and provides valuable data for healthcare professionals to tailor treatments more effectively.

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community Is anyone using melatonin for hair loss?

glitteringland1 in Research/Science 9 upvotes 7 months ago

Melatonin is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with questions about its effectiveness and whether it should be used topically or orally. No specific conclusions or personal experiences were shared.

community CASSIOPEA ANNOUNCES VERY POSITIVE PHASE II TWELVE MONTHS RESULTS FOR BREEZULA® (CLASCOTERONE) IN TREATING ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA

blutress in Update 161 upvotes 5 years ago

Clascoterone (Breezula) showed positive results for treating hair loss without affecting cortisol levels. Opinions vary, with some users optimistic about its potential and others critical of its effectiveness compared to existing treatments like finasteride.

community Most Recent Interesting Hairloss Studies: 10% Minox vs 5% Minox / Radio Rrequency Treatment for AA / Topical Ketoconazole / PRP+Minox vs Minox vs PRP / Alopecia as a systemic disease

TerpsandCaicos in Treatment 89 upvotes 5 years ago

Treatments for hair loss, such as topical minoxidil, platelet-rich plasma therapy with or without minoxidil, ketoconazole, non-abative radio frequency, natural products, finasteride and cortexolone 17 alpha propionate. The post evaluates the efficacy and safety of these treatments in various studies.

community Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to work in the scalp. Not weeks. Be careful.

noeyys in Finasteride/Dutasteride 41 upvotes 5 months ago

Dutasteride takes 1-3 months to affect scalp DHT levels, not just a week. The prostate absorbs Dutasteride faster than the scalp due to different vascular networks and enzyme densities.

community What else is good. Besides the big 3.

Ill-Passenger-2468 in Chat 34 upvotes 4 months ago

Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.

community AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST

NPC_4842358 in Chat 76 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.

community [Discussion] Interesting read on Vitamin E for hair loss I found

throwawayaking in Advice 16 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation discusses using Vitamin E, Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss treatment. The link provided offers more information on the benefits of Vitamin E for hair loss.

community People with ALOT of shedding on Finastride : My 1.5 year thoughts and UPDATE

feelingood41 in Update 37 upvotes 4 years ago

The user experienced continuous hair shedding for 16 months while on finasteride, with periods of improvement. They also used T Gel shampoo and noticed a reduction in hair loss symptoms after 18 months, including the return of their sex drive and normal hair texture.

community How Dangerous is Oral Min Really?

ArdimAtaraxia in Minoxidil 26 upvotes 2 months ago

Oral minoxidil is generally effective for hair loss but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and facial puffiness. Users highlight the importance of monitoring blood pressure due to potential cardiovascular risks.

community If you’re on the fence about Finasteride, don’t wait!

ElectricalPut1081 in Finasteride/Dutasteride 78 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride, a medication for hair loss that has both positive and negative effects. Users discussed their own personal experiences with the drug as well as potential side-effects of taking it, such as erectile dysfunction or gynecomastia. Suggestions were also made about starting at a lower dosage to minimize these risks.

community RU-58841 Lung Disease Possibility | Chest pain, "heart issues", etc

noeyys in Treatment 24 upvotes 11 months ago

Some users of RU-58841 report cardiovascular symptoms like heart palpitations and chest tightness, which may be linked to its metabolites causing lung disease. The safety of RU-58841 is uncertain due to lack of long-term data and concerns about product purity, especially from gray market sources.

community A guide to "Am I balding or not?" - How to Track your Hair Regrowth/Loss

hairlyapp in Research/Science 77 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation provides advice on how to track hair loss or regrowth, emphasizing the importance of taking consistent photos and keeping a log of treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. It also suggests using scalp cameras and comparing photos side by side for accurate progress assessment.

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 Bad experience at Dermatologist

throwoveraccount in Update 41 upvotes 2 years ago

A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hair transplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date treatments.

community Found this meme on a forum……..

alittlelessconversa in Satire 150 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a meme related to hair loss that influenced someone to start taking finasteride. Another person agrees that the meme accurately represents the situation.

community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments

diego8895 in Research/Science 14 upvotes 4 years ago

Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.

community My fin experience over 13+ years

MyLittleBeast666 in Chat 150 upvotes 2 years ago

The user's experience and success with taking finasteride to treat hair loss, which is confirmed by other users who have taken it without side effects. The user also advises that consulting a doctor before starting any kind of treatment for hair loss is important, as opposed to relying on self-made remedies available online.

community How are people getting DUT so easily?

bymerch in Finasteride/Dutasteride 15 upvotes 3 months ago

Dutasteride is hard to get in Europe due to prescription rules, leading some to consider online pharmacies or travel. Users discuss alternatives like private doctors and compare it to finasteride, expressing concerns about side effects and effectiveness.

community 2years finasteride +3months minox+dermarolling

JoshieBravo in Progress Pictures 1107 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's progress with hair loss treatments over the past two years, including finasteride, minoxodil and dermarolling. Replies included speculations about whether or not this was the result of a hair transplant. The user confirmed that it was just meds.

community Possible explanation of why Dutasteride seems to be worse for some people’s hair.

D0lan_says in Treatment 47 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that some individuals may experience a condition called reactionary hypergonadism when taking dutasteride for hair loss. This condition can lead to an increase in testosterone levels, which may worsen hair loss instead of improving it.

community Transient and Permanent Effects of Finasteride Use

CrownThinningHelp in Research/Science 154 upvotes 3 years ago

Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.

community 1 year fin 1mg and minox. can see some density reclaimed

butdoitanyway in Update 562 upvotes 3 years ago

User shared 1-year progress using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil, regaining hair density. Others praised the improvement and asked about side effects and additional treatments.

community Vertoporfin research update by Dr Bloxham

Neither_Dependent_24 in Research/Science 71 upvotes 1 year 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 My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

hair_forever in Treatment 46 upvotes 2 months ago

Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

community U.S Court let Merck hide secrets about Finasteride.

EnbyBinaryCoder in Finasteride/Dutasteride 303 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss discussion involving finasteride's side effects and effectiveness. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting side effects and others seeing positive results.

community hair loss treatment myths that perplex me

IamVickyy in Treatment 8 upvotes 4 months ago

Grapefruit juice doesn't significantly affect finasteride or dutasteride. Drinking topical minoxidil is risky; saw palmetto is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss.

community The no BS guide to saving your hair without finasteride (improvement in 90% of patients in the study) with a low side effect profile or improvement in 100% of patients but a higher side effect profile and increased dosage. The future is here?

Sunvmikey in Minoxidil 92 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of oral minoxidil in combination with micro-needling. Oral minoxidil has been found to improve hair density in 90% of patients with a low side effect profile, but using 5mg per day can result in higher side effects including hypertrichosis and edema. Other treatments mentioned include finasteride and RU58841.

community People here just don't know what they are letting themselves in for!

KingWinstonSpak in Chat 127 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, emphasizing the importance of patience and sticking with a treatment for at least 12-18 months before judging its effectiveness or adding new treatments. Users share experiences and agree that introducing treatments too quickly can lead to panic and negative outcomes.

community I started rapidly diffuse thinning at 22. I'm 42 now and have as much hair as I did at 16. AMA

karlallan in Treatment 443 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, PRP, and microneedling helped maintain hair for 20 years. Research and try evidence-based treatments for best results.

community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids

Ok_Bumblebee_8071 in Research/Science 230 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.