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GlossaryT helper 1 cell

immune cells that activate macrophages to fight intracellular pathogens

T helper 1 cells, often abbreviated as Th1 cells, are a type of immune cell that play a crucial role in the body's defense against intracellular pathogens like viruses and certain bacteria. They produce cytokines, such as interferon-gamma (IFN-γ), which activate macrophages and enhance the ability of other immune cells to destroy infected cells.

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community HairClone developing cell replacement treatments for Hair Loss

6 upvotes 5 years ago

HairClone is developing cell replacement treatments to rejuvenate and generate hair follicles, and has launched a crowdfunding campaign. A user expressed skepticism about the need for crowdfunding.

community Results after more than 1.5 years on Finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 243 upvotes 1 week ago

A user shared their experience with finasteride for hair loss, noting it slowed but didn't stop their hair loss, and they quit after 1.5 years. Suggestions included trying dutasteride, adding minoxidil, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

community 1mg fin/15% minox once daily. Derma roll once a week 1.5mm. 1 yr 6m update

in Progress Pictures 558 upvotes 1 year ago

User shared 1.5-year progress using 1mg finasteride, 15% minoxidil daily, and derma rolling weekly. Experienced initial shedding but achieved significant hair regrowth and improvement.

community 4 1/2 months .5 DUT & 5 mg Oral Min

in Progress Pictures 181 upvotes 1 year ago

User discusses 4.5 months of using 0.5 DUT & 5 mg Oral Min for hair loss. They share progress pictures and discuss styling options and shedding experiences.

community My hairloss stack, progress pics soon maybe for 1 year RU

in Technology 49 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment routine, which includes RU58841 for 9 months and Dutasteride for 6 months, with other unspecified treatments considered extra. One user inquired about the source of RU58841.

community Fin isn’t working anymore after 3 years, afraid to switch to dut?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 24 upvotes 3 weeks ago

Finasteride stopped working for a user after 3 years, and they are considering switching to dutasteride. Other users suggest trying dutasteride, with some sharing positive experiences and additional treatments like minoxidil and RU58841.

community “You can’t regrow hair that’s gone.” HMB

in Progress Pictures 32 upvotes 1 year ago

User regrew lost hair using microneedling, minoxidil, finasteride, Nizoral, fish oil, and collagen peptide. Progress was slow but constant, and patience was important.

community We don't talk about vitamin E enough

59 upvotes 5 years ago

A user shared that taking vitamin E, specifically tocotrienols, seemed to reduce their hair shedding, and they are also using finasteride, minoxidil, and derma rolling for hair loss. Another user cautioned against high doses of vitamin E due to potential health risks.

community DIY treatment… Shedding completely stopped after 1.5 yrs

in Treatment 250 upvotes 2 years ago

Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.

community 1.5 months in, looking pretty good

in Progress Pictures 356 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair loss treatment after 1.5 months, using topical finasteride, minoxidil, keto shampoo, and minoxidil shampoo, despite the drying effect of keto shampoo and a change in hair texture due to accutane. Responses include congratulations, personal experiences with hair loss treatments, and a mention of accutane's negative impact on hair.

community It works. About a 1 year transformation.

in Progress Pictures 613 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically Minoxidil and finasteride, which they have used without side effects for a year. Other users shared their experiences and advice about potential side effects and supplements to help.

community 1 year on fin. No results. I give up.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago

A user who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for one year with no results, and the replies discuss other treatments, including dutasteride, which is feared due to potential side effects.

community Why is no one pointing out dandruff as the number 1 evidence/symptom of MPB?

in Chat 55 upvotes 11 months ago

The post discusses the theory that persistent dandruff in areas prone to hair loss could be a sign of hair follicles dying due to DHT, indicating balding. The responses vary, with some users noting improvements in dandruff and hair loss with treatments like Dutasteride, while others experienced hair loss without dandruff.

community 9 months progress in daily oral minoxidil 1.25mg, liquid minoxidil and oral Finasteride 1 mg

in Progress Pictures 1 year ago

Khalidsh1: Ok. I will upload one soon This user has been using a combination of oral minoxidil and finasteride, as well as topical minoxidil to treat their hair loss over the past nine months with significant progress. They have also observed thickening in other areas such as eyelashes and eyebrows.

community 17 month update 30M FUT 2300 grafts 1 year fin/min topical

in Progress Pictures 414 upvotes 6 months ago

A user shared a 17-month update on their hair loss treatment, which included a hair transplant of 2300 grafts, using a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering another transplant and seeking honest feedback on their progress, while others share their own experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.

community Progress: From June 2022 (7 months of min + fin) to now (1 year) — I’ve lost so much density in this period and I have no idea why. I was getting pretty good resultup until that point. Is there anything else I can try? I’ve tried min, fin, tretinoin, micro needling, and castor oil. I feel hopeless.

in Progress Pictures 12 upvotes 1 year ago

The user lost hair density after 7 months of using minoxidil and finasteride and is seeking advice on other treatments after trying tretinoin, microneedling, and castor oil. Suggestions include checking for scalp conditions like eczema or psoriasis, changing minoxidil brands, and questioning hair dryer use and finasteride dosage.

community Extreme hair and beard growth from Stemoxydine. Big 3 + 1?

in Product 23 upvotes 3 years ago

Using a combination of Stemoxydine, minoxidil, dutasteride, and keto shampoo to achieve extreme hair and beard growth. The user has experienced positive results with terminal hairs at the hairline and an increase in density to their stubble after several weeks of use.

community 3 month progress; 1mg Oral Fin, 2.5mg Oral Min, nizoral ×3 week, 1.5mm derma 1x week. Same hair length… hoping it can recover some more.

in Progress Pictures 331 upvotes 1 year ago

User shares 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 1mg oral Fin, 2.5mg oral Min, Nizoral 3x week, and 1.5mm derma 1x week. Others comment on improvements and ask about oral Min source.

community Started balding at 20, tried everything, gave up. Then got a custom hair piece & it helped me embrace being bald! AMA

in Hair Systems 488 upvotes 1 year ago

A user who started balding at 20 trying different treatments to combat hair loss before eventually embracing being bald and getting a custom hair piece as an option. Various people commented on his looks with and without the wig, generally agreeing that he looked better bald.

community 3 months progress with Finasteride 0.5mg/daily, Minoxidil foam5% 2x daily, Stemoxydine 2x daily, Microneedling(M8) 1.5mm 1x per week, Saw Palmetto 400mg/day, peppermint and jojoba oils daily, Ketoconazole 2% shampoo 3x/week, Purador shampoo/conditioner every day.

in Progress Pictures 339 upvotes 1 year ago

Jordan-Iliad has been using a combination of finasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, saw palmetto, peppermint and jojoba oils, ketoconazole shampoo, and Purador shampoo/conditioner for 3 months to treat their hair loss with stunning results. They have also recently started taking oral minoxidil 1.25mg/day in hopes of achieving even better results over the next 3 months.

community 18->24 six years of Fin and Minox…. I guess we can’t all be winners 😭

in Progress Pictures 572 upvotes 1 year ago

A user named "EgyptStar81" who has been dealing with hair loss since age 15 due to genetics, chemotherapy and finasteride/minoxidil treatment. Possible solutions such as dutasteride, oral minoxidil, hair transplants and extensions were suggested.

community 80 days difference, 1mg fin 3x week, 5% minox 1x daily, 1x week 1.5mm dermaroll, 2x week 2% ketoconazole shampoo.

in Progress Pictures 163 upvotes 3 years ago

A user's progress with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, dermarolling and ketoconazole shampoo; showing results of going from bald to having some hair growth. Replies include encouragement, admiration, and disappointment at not seeing similar results.

community Almost 11 months on finasteride, continuing with only fin for now. 25M, 1.25mg daily.

in Progress Pictures 599 upvotes 7 months ago

A man has been using finasteride for almost 11 months to treat hair loss and has seen significant improvement without noticeable side effects. Other users are discussing starting finasteride, sharing their own experiences, and asking about the timeline for visible results.

community 3 Months Finasteride 1mg/day, Rogaine 2x day, Microneedling at 1,5mm, Biotin+Multivitamins

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 302 upvotes 3 years ago

User balding1337 shared their hair loss treatment success using Finasteride 1mg/day, Minoxidil 5% 2x/day, microneedling at 1.5mm, and Biotin+Multivitamins. Another user mentioned that microneedling with minoxidil is 3-4x more effective than minoxidil alone.

community 18 months. Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral, T/GEL

in Progress Pictures 171 upvotes 3 years ago

A 28 year old man's 18-month journey to treat his hair loss with Dutasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, Microneedling, Nizoral and T/GEL. He experienced some side effects along the way, including translucent semen and scalp less oily.

community I’m 14 years old and I’m losing more hair than my dad. I’ve gone to the doctor 2 times because of this and I’ve received no help. I’m starting to feel like It’s worthless and my hairs gonna look like this forever. I don’t know how anyone could help me but it’s always worth a shot.

in Treatment 3 years ago

A 14 year old who is experiencing hair loss and has not received any help from the doctor, with advice being given to try different doctors, get tested for underlying conditions and intolerances, buzz it short as an option and treatments that could slow down or reverse the hair loss such as minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841 and addressing the cause of the hair loss.

community Anecdotal, but: Adding RU58841 has stopped my Dutasteride shed

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 21 upvotes 8 months ago

Adding RU58841 to Dutasteride treatment helped reduce hair shedding significantly for several users. Some reported no change with RU58841, while others experienced a dramatic decrease in shedding and increased hair density.

community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

in Research/Science 195 upvotes 3 months ago

The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.

community DIY PRP Scalp Injections - wish me luck!

in Treatment 39 upvotes 3 years ago

A user shared their experience with DIY PRP scalp injections for hair regrowth, using an EZ Injector and other at-home equipment. Another user reported success with at-home PRP treatments for 1.5 years, noting thicker hair and a stable hairline.

community 6 months on topical Minoxidil + Finasteride

in Progress Pictures 58 upvotes 2 weeks ago

User has been using topical Minoxidil (5%) and Finasteride (0.1%) for 5-6 months, along with a dermaroller. No side effects reported, but user notes weight gain without change in diet or exercise.