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GlossaryShort QT Syndrome

genetic heart condition causing abnormally short QT interval

Short QT Syndrome (SQT) is a rare genetic heart condition characterized by an abnormally short QT interval on an electrocardiogram (ECG), which can lead to an increased risk of arrhythmias, fainting, and sudden cardiac death. This condition is caused by mutations in genes that affect the electrical activity of the heart, and it often requires medical management to prevent life-threatening complications.

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community Is there a consensus on RU these days? Pyril turned out to be a bust right?

in Research/Science 17 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness and safety of hair loss treatments, specifically RU58841 and Pyrilutimide (Pyril), with users sharing that Pyril was no more effective than a placebo and expressing concerns about the safety of RU58841 based on personal experiences and the lack of pharmaceutical interest.

community This sub in a nutshell when it comes to medicine. Oral Minoxidil isn’t that bad

in Chat 446 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about the use of oral Minoxidil (Min), Finasteride (Fin), and RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with mixed opinions on their safety and effectiveness.

community Short Term Fin awaiting advances in medical technology.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 36 upvotes 1 year ago

The user's consideration of taking finasteride as a short-term treatment, while awaiting advances in medical technology such as Pyrilutamide and GT20029; other users' experiences with Finasteride, including potential side effects.

community Im shedding more short hairs??

in Is this regrowth? 1 upvotes 3 months ago

A 16-year-old experiencing hair thinning noticed a shift from shedding long hairs to shorter hairs, while using Vitamin D, biotin supplements, ketoconazole shampoo, and improving diet. They are questioning if the short hairs indicate regrowth or androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

community Sharing my (relatively short) Success Story

in Progress Pictures 77 upvotes 1 year ago

A user named "paulsac11" shares their success story of treating hair loss. They started with topical minoxidil, then switched to oral minoxidil and dutasteride. They also used a shampoo and conditioner from Keeps. After eight months of treatment, they have seen significant improvement in their hairline.

community Anyone else got the short, curly and wiry beard-like hair above and behind the ears?

6 upvotes 10 years ago

The conversation discusses a user experiencing short, curly, wiry hair above and behind the ears, linking it to pattern baldness. The user suggests starting treatment early but personally chose not to pursue treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 due to the hassle.

community Imo everyone should take serrapeptase for a short extended period to break up scar tissue in their scalp

in Research/Science 1 year ago

Treatments for hair loss, such as Minoxidil, Finasteride and RU58841, as well as using serrapeptase to break up scar tissue in the scalp.

community Balding, short, small penis. What is the point of living…

in Treatment 405 upvotes 3 years ago

A 24 year old male struggling with the physical and mental effects of balding, being short, and having a micropenis. Suggested treatments include taking medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, lifting weights, and trying not to compare himself to others.

community Why does hair on the sides of my scalp grow only to a short length?

in Research/Science 1 year ago

Hair loss, genetics and possible treatments such as minoxidil, dermarolling and finasteride.

community Take finasteride NOW. Life is short.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 698 upvotes 3 years ago

User encourages taking finasteride for hair loss, stating rare permanent side effects. Replies discuss experiences with finasteride, side effects, effectiveness, and alternative treatments.

community As a follow up on u/joaopassos4444 's amazing post, short video of Sulforaphane supplements vs. broccoli sprouting. 2 brands are mentioned with the optimal dosage. Thought it would help!

in Research/Science 20 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and Sulforaphane supplements. Two brands of Sulforaphane supplements, Avmacol and Prostaphane, are mentioned with optimal dosages.

community 35 MtF | 16 Months | Minoxidil + Dutasteride + Microneedling + Exosomes. Note that since I'm early in my transition (and I was coming from a bald state), I still have short hair. Very few MtF progress pictures here, I figure this might help some of you.

in Transgender 128 upvotes 1 year ago

A 35-year-old transitioning female (MtF) shared her hair regrowth journey using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Microneedling, and Exosomes, starting from a bald state. Commenters discussed the impressive results, skin care routine, and the effects of estrogen on hair and skin.

community Which hairs are the ones "permanently" lost? The long wispy hairs, the short baby hairs, or both?

in Chat 12 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses identifying permanent hair loss and includes treatments like microneedling and biotin vitamins. The user is unsure whether the reduction in wispy hairs is due to hair revitalization or loss.

community Dutasteride 16 weeks in (losing small hairs only)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss where only short, thin hairs are being shed after 16 weeks of using dutasteride, with no visible regrowth. One response suggests that shedding short hairs is a positive sign, indicating that the hair follicles are still active and responding to treatment.

community Poor minoxidil responders, did microneedling help you?

in Treatment 11 upvotes 9 months ago

Minoxidil alone gave one user only short fuzzy hair after a year. They're now trying a 0.5 microneedling roller and seeking opinions on its effectiveness after using minoxidil.

community Body Hair Transplants with Buzzcut

in Transplants 6 upvotes 1 year ago

Body hair transplants may look better if kept very short. People with limited donor regions or waiting for Verteporfin or FAK Inhibitors could consider this option.

community Does finasteride shed healthy long hair?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 5 months ago

User with shoulder-length hair using Finasteride for 5 weeks notices less long hair loss but more short hair loss. They also use keto for sebderm and vitamin D3.

community i need your advice please tell

in Product 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is experiencing stage 2 hair loss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hair loss isn't a family trait.

community Progress(?) update photos 2.5 months of pyrilutamide and minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 12 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress after 2.5 months using pyrilutamide and minoxidil. Participants note visible improvement in a short time.

community Buzzing it to gauge results, thoughts?

in General 136 upvotes 2 weeks ago

The user is considering buzzing their long hair to better assess the effects of finasteride, which they have been using for over two months, and is concerned about maintaining their unique appearance. They are also curious if dyeing short hair could cause any issues.

community Thought this was worth sharing. About 18 months.

in Progress Pictures 145 upvotes 3 months ago

A 41-year-old shared progress on hair loss treatment using Dutasteride and oral and topical Minoxidil, noting improvement when hair is kept short. Replies were supportive, complimenting the new growth.

community Still shedding like crazy after 1 year on finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 31 upvotes 5 months ago

User has been shedding hair despite using finasteride for a year, increasing the dose recently, and experiencing thin, short hairs. Other users suggest continuing treatment, seeing a dermatologist, and note that some hair loss is normal.

community 2 months of topical fin/min/retinoid + microneedling + red light

in Is this regrowth? 19 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses hair regrowth using 0.1% finasteride, 5% minoxidil, 1% retinoid, weekly microneedling, and red light therapy, with noticeable improvement in a short time. One person is curious about the retinoid application process when used with minoxidil.

community 3,5 months in / 1mg Finasteride once a day / Minox twice a day / Microneedling 1,5mm once a week

in Progress Pictures 266 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation is about someone's hair regrowth after 3.5 months using 1mg finasteride daily, minoxidil twice daily, and microneedling once a week. Participants are impressed by the significant hair growth and length achieved in a short time.

community How do you guys apply Minoxidil?

in Minoxidil 22 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses different methods of applying Minoxidil to the scalp to avoid making hair greasy and clumpy. Suggestions include using Rogaine Foam, keeping hair short, applying with a comb and fingers, using a spray, and a technique involving a brush and dropper.

community I think i lost, started minoxidil with 18, finasteride with 19, 22 now and hair just gets worse and worse

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 9 upvotes 1 year ago

The user started using minoxidil at 18 and finasteride at 19, but at 22, their hair is still getting worse. Some suggest trying dutasteride and RU58841, while others advise accepting hair loss and keeping hair short.

community New Study Fails to Show Benefits of Microneedling in Males with Balding.

in Treatment 157 upvotes 1 year ago

A new study suggests microneedling alone doesn't benefit male balding, but users argue the study's methods differ from common practices, like combining microneedling with minoxidil and using more frequent treatments. Some believe the study's short duration and infrequent sessions are inadequate to assess microneedling's effectiveness.

community shampoo nizoral 1% information

in Ketoconazole 3 upvotes 1 year ago

User has itching, dandruff, and scalp issues, considering Nizoral 1% shampoo for treatment. Nizoral's effectiveness for hair loss is uncertain due to limited research, short contact time, and concentration differences.

community Using Minoxidil without Finasteride

in Minoxidil 1 year ago

The effectiveness of using minoxidil alone as a hair loss treatment, and whether or not finasteride should be taken in addition to the minoxidil. Replies suggest that minoxidil is only effective for a short period of time, and finasteride should be added to the treatment plan.

community My Pyrilutamide Experience Photos

in Update 602 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's experience with Pyrilutamide, a topical treatment for hair loss that they used in combination with other treatments such as Minoxidil and Finasteride. The user experienced impressive results in a short amount of time.