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      community Suffer so bad I want it to end

      in Chat  111 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old is distressed about hair loss despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil and is considering a hair transplant in Turkey. Many suggest therapy, hair systems, or acceptance, emphasizing mental health over appearance.

      community 3 dermatologists, none gave me fin prescription

       8 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 20-year-old in Italy struggled to get a finasteride prescription from multiple dermatologists due to concerns about side effects and age, despite using minoxidil. Eventually, they obtained a prescription from a hair transplant surgeon.

      community Starting trt had good come back from meds been on off user for years been fighting the good fight since my 20s I’m now 40. ( sorry for the pics but you get the idea dead bald thin hair to curly thick )

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) at 250mg per week and is concerned about hair loss, managing it with 0.5mg dutasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, RU58841, and other supplements. They seek advice on whether increasing dutasteride dosage would help if hair loss resumes.

      community Have some questions about prescription I got from a trichologist

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A trichologist prescribed Biotrade Sebomax HR Anti-Hair Loss Tonic, Spectral DNC-N Nanoxidil, Hairfollic Him/Man Vitamins, and Bosley MD DHT blocking supplements instead of finasteride due to potential risks at age 21. The user questions the legitimacy of the treatment and considers seeking a second opinion.

      community can someone help me identify these pls

      in Treatment 9 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse thinning and inflammation despite using 2.5mg dutasteride daily, ciclopirox, and ketoconazole shampoos. They are considering treatments like hydroxychloroquine and JAK inhibitors due to suspected scarring alopecia and have faced challenges in obtaining a scalp biopsy.

      community Anyone on meds on TRT or gear??

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of TRT, dutasteride, minoxidil, and potentially RU58841 for hair loss. Concerns about the risk of developing Cutis verticis gyrata with minoxidil and TRT are raised.

      community Which of the four clinics would you go to?

       3 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation is about choosing a hair transplant clinic, comparing costs and reputations of four options. The user is considering clinics in Turkey and elsewhere, with a focus on Dr. Patty due to affordability and concerns about marketing tactics of other clinics.

      community Got my DHT results. Advice?

       5 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation is about managing hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Suggestions include using finasteride or dutasteride to address high DHT levels, with considerations on the impact of TRT on hair loss.

      community Spironolactone or bicalutamide prescription

       4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone seeking a doctor in the EU who prescribes spironolactone or bicalutamide for female pattern hair loss, as they are having difficulty finding treatment options beyond Minoxidil in Austria. They are asking for recommendations and are open to direct messages for assistance.

      community Doctors won't let me try bicalutamide or fin

       7 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include 200mg Spiro, bicalutamide, and finasteride. Endocrinologist advises against bicalutamide and finasteride due to potency and risks.

      community Treatments not working (Need suggestions)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing significant hair loss despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy seeks advice. Suggestions include adding microneedling, checking for vitamin deficiencies or thyroid issues, and considering a scalp biopsy for other conditions.

      community Looking For Clinic Recommendations

      in Transplants 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old seeking affordable hair transplant clinics, particularly in Mexico, after using finasteride for years. Recommendations for Dr. Nader and Dr. Cortez were mentioned.

      community Is diffuse thinning even treatable?

       18 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for two years without improvement in diffuse thinning and is considering switching to dutasteride and getting a scalp biopsy. Suggestions include treating subclinical hypothyroidism, trying PRP therapy, and checking for autoimmune issues.

      community doctor said finasteride/dutasteride isn't the proper way to treat hair loss

       55 upvotes 10 months ago
      A doctor advised against using finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss, suggesting PRP or mesotherapy instead, which led to skepticism about his motives. Many users recommended finding a new doctor and shared experiences of successful treatments with finasteride or dutasteride.

      community I got two hair transplants in Istanbul, one was good and one was bad, this is what I learned

      in Research/Science  222 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their experience with two hair transplants in Istanbul, highlighting the importance of choosing clinics with a low doctor-to-patient ratio, ISHRS membership, thorough consultations, and reliable aftercare. They emphasized the significance of PRP shots post-procedure and advised careful selection of clinics, especially for crown procedures, due to limited donor area opportunities.

      community Need help with reviving temple areas

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using dutasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement in temple areas. Suggestions include trying microneedling with minoxidil or considering a hair transplant, though temple transplants can be challenging.

      community Topical Dutasteride 0.05% With Trichosol In Europe

       5 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user from Ireland is seeking topical dutasteride with trichosol, which is unavailable in Ireland, and is looking for European pharmacies that can provide it. Recommendations include pharmacies in Switzerland, Italy, Belgium, and Bucharest, with mixed reviews about Farmacia Parati in Italy.

      community Bad experience at Dermatologist

       43 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hair transplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date treatments.

      community Positive Hair Result in Patient using Tirzepatide

       4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 57-year-old man with male pattern hair loss and insulin resistance experienced hair regrowth and weight loss after using tirzepatide, without other hair treatments. Dysregulated glucose metabolism is linked to hair loss, with tirzepatide potentially improving hair density by normalizing insulin resistance.

      community DUT + Min + Keto + Microneedle + Tret

       3 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is experiencing hair thinning despite using a combination of treatments: dutasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, topical tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are concerned about potential baldness due to genetics and are considering simplifying their treatment approach.

      community Conversation with 3-4 top dermatologists - no consensus

       5 upvotes 4 months ago
      Dermatologists have differing opinions on hair loss treatments, with some using topical dutasteride, oral minoxidil, exosome therapy, PRP, and various other therapies. The user plans to use a topical solution of dutasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, PRP, and LLLT.

      community Did these tests—any of these linked to diffuse thinning?

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning is advised to address high TSH levels and low iron, and consider treatments like finasteride. Weight loss and improved diet are also suggested to potentially help with hair health.

      community 2 dermatologists I went to didn't want to prescribe me finasteride

       14 upvotes 4 years ago
      User 36 years old, receding hairline, tried minoxidil, Nizoral, dermarolling, alfatradiol, revivogen, and spiro cream with limited success. Two dermatologists refused to prescribe finasteride. Others shared experiences and suggested finding a different dermatologist.

      community 26 male 1 year 9 month therapy (fin,min,dut, micro needling)

       440 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male shared his hair loss treatment journey using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling, noting dissatisfaction with hair thickness but hoping for improvement. Users discussed side effects, treatment effectiveness, and shared personal experiences with similar treatments.