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      community My experience on the Peat diet

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      Following a Ray Peat diet led to less hair fall, thicker hair, and new hair growth at bald spots. The diet included stopping Omega 3 supplements, eating liver, increasing fruit, sugar, and saturated fat intake, and occasionally consuming coffee, tea, raw carrots, and shellfish.

      community No Luck Getting Rid Of The Itchy Scalp. What Now?

      in Chat  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced a burning, itchy scalp and hair thinning despite trying finasteride, steroid cream, antihistamines, various shampoos, and supplements. They seek advice on relieving the itch, hoping it will improve hair health.

      community Is 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) good for human hair?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR) regrows hair in mice almost as well as 2% Minoxidil. However, 2dDR may contribute to oxidative stress and hair loss due to the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs).

      community Malabsorption: Nutrient Testing and Supplementation

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair loss due to gut malabsorption and is seeking advice on nutrient testing and supplementation. They have low Vitamin D and Ferritin levels and are asking for recommendations on additional nutrients and blood tests to consider.

      community Thoughts on this 2-deoxy-D-ribose Topical?

      in Treatment  25 upvotes 3 months ago
      The post and conversation are about skepticism towards a new hair loss treatment containing 2-deoxy-D-ribose, copper peptides, and exosomes, with concerns about the legitimacy of the product and its website. The treatment's effectiveness and authenticity are questioned due to lack of testing and transparency.

      community Starting Fin soon. Wish me luck

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 19-year-old with NW2-2.5 hair loss is starting finasteride soon, considering low dosages of 0.25mg daily or 0.5mg 3-5 times a week. They are also using derma stamping, ketoconazole shampoo, ACV washes, and various oils to maintain hair quality and reduce scalp itch.

      community What are some other causes of hair loss?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss causes beyond male pattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hair loss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.

      community Bloodwork after 8 months on finasteride, is this normal?

      in Update  28 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user on finasteride for 8 months shared bloodwork results showing increased testosterone and estradiol levels, with concerns about high LH. Responses advised monitoring for symptoms but noted levels are within reference ranges.

      community Should Chairman Mao hop on Fin? 🤔

      in Satire  191 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is a humorous discussion on whether the historical figure Chairman Mao should have used finasteride for hair loss, with various users making light-hearted comments about his appearance and historical actions. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride.

      community Is finasteride from online providers legit ?

      in Female  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      A female with AGA is considering buying finasteride online due to its effectiveness at higher doses, despite concerns about legitimacy and potential scams. She has tried spironolactone without success and is seeking advice on purchasing finasteride from websites like minoxidilexpress.

      community Just had this wild thought come into my head.

      in Satire  403 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about the debate over the existence of Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) and its symptoms, with some users skeptical about PFS and others discussing side effects like erectile dysfunction and gynecomastia from hair loss treatments like finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, viagra, and a joke about using a popsicle stick for erectile support.

      community Saying creatine causes loss on fin/dut makes no sense and this is why

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  42 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether creatine causes hair loss for those using finasteride or dutasteride, with some suggesting creatine might increase DHT or upregulate androgen receptors, potentially leading to hair loss. Others argue the evidence is not conclusive, citing limited studies and personal anecdotes, with some avoiding creatine as a precaution.

      community When did you know it was time to intervene in your hair loss? The truth hurts, but it’s good for someone to be up front with you

      in Chat  54 upvotes 1 year ago
      A person realized they were balding when their sister pointed it out and is now using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and plans to add dutasteride and RU58841. Others in the conversation emphasize the importance of honesty about hair loss and caution against an overly aggressive treatment regimen, especially before a hair transplant.

      community Proposed new pathogenesis model for androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a new model for understanding androgenetic alopecia (AGA), linking it to dietary and lifestyle factors similar to PCOS, and highlighting the role of DHT, vascular damage, and inflammation. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Organic Self Tanner on bald Scalp?

      in Shaved/buzzed  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using topical minoxidil and finasteride, along with daily derma rolling, and is considering using an organic self-tanner on their shaved scalp. They seek advice on whether the self-tanner's ingredients could harm hair regrowth.

      community Topical rapamycin, metformin, a-kg grow hair

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of topical rapamycin, metformin, and alpha-ketoglutarate (a-KG) for hair growth, with skepticism expressed about their effectiveness based on personal experience and existing use. It also mentions AICAR, known as cardarine or GW, which is not suitable for long-term use due to cancer risks in animal studies and its similarity to metformin.

      community Early Hair Loss - Starting Fin (19M)

      in Finasteride  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 19-year-old experiencing early hair loss started using finasteride to address diffuse thinning, despite concerns about potential side effects. They also use T/Gel and OGX Thick and Full shampoo, and have a dermatologist appointment scheduled to explore possible allergies.

      community 27F with questions

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 27-year-old woman is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, considering options like Spiro, Viviscal tablets, Rogaine, dermarolling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto, castor oil, jojoba oil, and spearmint tea. She has a history of hair loss since childhood, has tried various treatments, and is looking for effective solutions before accepting her condition.

      community Allergan recruiting for Setipiprant trial in the US

       12 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses a clinical trial for Setipiprant in the US, starting June 29th, with eligibility excluding recent users of minoxidil or finasteride. It encourages informed decision-making before signing up.