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      community The Big Fat Layer II

      in Research/Science  26 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatment should target dermal white adipose tissue (DWAT) to restore hair follicles. Potential remedies include tocopherol (vitamin E), botox, rosiglitazone, niacin, kojyl cinnamate esters, and ADP355.

      community Bloodwork: what to test for?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user has been taking oral Finasteride and topical Essengen 6 Plus for hair loss and is experiencing increased depression. They plan to get bloodwork to check hormone levels and are seeking advice on which tests to include.

      community grass fed collagen worked for my alopecia

      in Female  12 upvotes 4 years ago
      A woman found that taking grass-fed collagen powder helped with her alopecia, leading to hair regrowth and reduced hair loss. She initially took it for gut issues, not hair, and also noticed improvements in arthritis and reduced bruising.

      community Anyone else experiencing scalp inflammation? Get in here!

       6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user found that taking Zyrtec (Cetirizine) and Advil helped reduce their scalp inflammation and pain, potentially creating a better environment for hair growth. They have not used any other medication for hair loss or scalp issues.

      community Started oral minoxidil today

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user started taking oral minoxidil using Rogaine, despite concerns from others about its safety and proper use. They plan to update on their progress.

      community Fighting Fin!

      in Finasteride  11 upvotes 6 years ago
      Datwagg63 started taking finasteride for hair loss and supplements it with omega 3, vitamins, and a low-carb diet while lifting weights. InternationalBerry suggested adding minoxidil, as it's considered the second most effective treatment after finasteride.

      community 1 Year update with a lot of pics (you have been warned)

      in Update  55 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user has been taking finasteride for a year, experiencing no major side effects except watery semen, and has noticed healthier, thicker hair with some regrowth but mostly maintenance. They also use Nizoral for dandruff, take supplements like D3 and fish oil, and plan to continue finasteride while waiting for new treatments.

      community M[16] Thinning Hair Advice (Desperate)

       6 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 16-year-old is experiencing thinning hair at the front and shedding during showers. He is concerned about potential early baldness and is considering seeing a doctor and taking multivitamins.

      community 1 Year on Finasteride 1mg - before and after photos

      in Progress Pictures  761 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their progress after taking 1mg oral finasteride daily for a year, reporting significant hair improvement without side effects. They recently started oral minoxidil and made dietary changes, including cutting out gluten and processed foods, and taking supplements like multivitamins and zinc.

      community Help! Minoxidil or Duta to avoid Shed of long hair.

      in Female  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is considering using Tacrolimus Solution and topical Dutasteride to avoid shedding caused by Minoxidil, which they fear may lead to facial side effects. They are also concerned about scalp sensitivity and are exploring different treatment bases to manage seborrheic dermatitis.

      community Increased b12 and hair loss correlation

      in Female  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user noticed increased hair loss after taking B12 supplements for two months, with B12 levels rising to 1500. They are seeking help as other tests show normal levels of minerals and vitamins.

      community Minoxidil Finasteride heart problems

      in Update  97 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user experienced heart problems after taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil and is considering quitting minoxidil. Others discussed their experiences with heart issues and minoxidil, with some suggesting topical minoxidil as a safer alternative.

      community 3 months of only Finasteride (1mg daily)

      in Progress Pictures  21 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 28-year-old male has been taking 1mg finasteride daily since January 26, 2024, with noticeable hair regrowth and no side effects. He also takes Vitamin D3 and a multivitamin daily and advises others to try finasteride despite potential side effects.

      community hairfall reduced or not please reply

      in Chat  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced reduced hairfall after taking multivitamins, biotin pills, eating fruit, and drinking coffee. They are concerned about the lack of hair regrowth and seek advice on whether their hair will be alright.

      community 5 months of oral minoxidil and oral dutasteride.

      in Progress Pictures  157 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses the positive effects of taking 5 mg oral minoxidil and 0.5 mg oral dutasteride every other day for hair loss, with one user reporting thicker beard and eyebrows and improved appearance. Another user expresses frustration about not being able to access the treatment in Germany, while a different user mentions experiencing no side effects.

      community How are you using topical melatonin?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is experimenting with topical melatonin for hair loss by dissolving melatonin tablets in a solution, but is having trouble with dissolution and is curious about others' methods of application and any effects on energy levels. They mention considering mixing with minoxidil but have not done so, and suggest that melatonin is best used at night.

      community Reasonable and safe stack? Bloodwork within.

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 26-year-old male is using a combination of clomiphene, minoxidil, tadalafil, bupropion, and lisdexamfetamine to address low testosterone, ED, depression, and focus issues. He seeks input on the safety and efficacy of this regimen, which also includes magnesium, zinc, and fish oil supplements.

      community Very reluctantly starting Finasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  84 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old started taking 0.25 mg of Finasteride daily for hair loss after trying Minoxidil and derma rolling without success. People shared varied experiences with Finasteride, discussing potential side effects, effectiveness, and personal decisions regarding hair loss treatment.

      community When that rogue Nizoral sud hits the tongue.

      in Ketoconazole  13 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation is about the accidental taste of Nizoral shampoo, which contains ketoconazole, during hair washing. Specific hair loss treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Is this the right amount of dht?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about someone taking dutasteride for hair loss since April 2023 but still experiencing shedding. They had blood tests for various levels and are seeking advice on their DHT levels and vitamin D.

      community 8 week - sharing Finasteride blood test update

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 32-year-old male started taking 0.5mg of finasteride daily for hair thinning and, after 8 weeks, experienced a 70% reduction in DHT and an increase in estradiol; he is currently in the shedding phase of treatment and questioning if the dosage is correct based on his DHT levels. He began with a lower dose due to already low normal testosterone and DHT levels.