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      community Fats on your Head to Stop Hair Loss?

      in Research/Science  140 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of long-chain unsaturated fatty acids, like oleic and linoleic acid, as an additional treatment for hair loss, which may inhibit the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to DHT and promote hair growth. Users humorously suggest using oils topically and discuss other hair loss treatments, but the main focus is on the science behind fatty acids and their role in hair health.

      community High DHT with finasteride. Help!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      Despite using 5% minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, and other treatments like microneedling, MK-677, and Cialis, hair loss continues with high testosterone and DHT levels. Considering oral dutasteride but concerned about further increasing testosterone levels.

      community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

      community I am horny as hell due to fin.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  225 upvotes 10 months ago
      Some individuals taking finasteride for hair loss report increased libido and frequent masturbation, with no immediate hair regrowth but darker hair appearance. A dermatologist explains that finasteride may raise testosterone levels temporarily, which could lead to increased sex drive in some people.

      community Should I start fin with these blood tests?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 months ago
      A 25-year-old male is concerned about his blood test results, particularly the low percentage of free testosterone, and is questioning whether starting finasteride for hair loss might worsen this issue. He also notes a slight vitamin D deficiency and lack of sleep before the test.

      community Bloodwork reports just came in

      in Update  23 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 21-year-old male suffering from male pattern baldness is using topical finasteride and minoxidil, and oral minoxidil. His bloodwork shows normal DHT levels and slightly high testosterone, leading to discussions about the role of DHT sensitivity in hair loss, the potential impact of finasteride on his DHT levels, and the suggestion to proceed with oral finasteride due to his high testosterone.

      community Does ashwagandha improve or worsen MPB hair loss

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses the impact of Ashwagandha on hair loss, highlighting its ability to lower stress levels, which is beneficial for hair health. However, there's uncertainty about its potential to increase testosterone and DHT, which could contribute to hair loss.

      community From June 22 to August 23 slowww progress

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a person's slow progress in treating hair loss using finasteride, microneedling, testosterone replacement therapy, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil. They experienced a significant hair shed after adding dutasteride.

      community A Technical Question About Pyrilutamide

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is believed to be more effective than RU58841 and 1 mg finasteride in treating hair loss, with no systemic hormonal effects and the potential to block more than 31% of scalp DHT. It may also antagonize scalp testosterone due to its action as an androgen receptor antagonist.

      community 5% Minoxidil after 4 months - started with twice a day but went down to once because I kept forgetting in the morning. Really happy with how it is going!

      in Progress Pictures  438 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user started using 5% Minoxidil for hair loss and is happy with the progress. They also mentioned being trans and coming off testosterone, which they believe will help prevent further hair loss. Some users suggested using finasteride as well.

      community Does Ashwagandha cause hair loss?

      in Chat  24 upvotes 1 year ago
      User asks if Ashwagandha causes hair loss while using Finasteride and Minoxidil. Replies suggest Ashwagandha may increase shedding, but raising testosterone within normal levels likely won't significantly affect hair loss.

      community Blood DHT Levels – before and after creatine

      in Research/Science  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      The impact of creatine on DHT levels, and whether it could cause accelerated male pattern baldness (MPB). The user taking a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor found that their DHT levels actually reduced despite taking creatine for nine weeks. Replies suggested looking into testosterone levels as well and debating the safety of creatine use in relation to MPB.

      community Blood work after one year of fin/dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      After using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, a user's blood tests showed almost unchanged DHT levels and some out-of-range hormone levels. They experienced side effects when taking dutasteride daily and also take supplements that boost testosterone.

      community The hardest hair protocol ever!

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to slow down aggressive hair loss but is still experiencing hair shedding due to high testosterone levels. They plan to use ostarine to lower testosterone and prevent hair loss while maintaining muscle mass, and will continue using the other treatments.

      community Fin 1 year, not looking better

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been taking finasteride for a year without improvement and added minoxidil and dermarolling recently, but hair loss continues. Blood tests showed normal testosterone and vitamins, except for low vitamin D3 and an allergy, which doctors suggested could be causing the hair loss.

      community Just found out I am Vitamin D deficient

      in Treatment  58 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user found out they are vitamin D deficient and was prescribed high-dose vitamin D supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combined vitamin D supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.

      community 26M Baseline blood work done before Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A person considering finasteride for hair loss checked their hormone levels before starting treatment. They are concerned about the potential increase in estradiol and its effects, as well as the impact on their sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and free testosterone levels.