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autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Even in manga you can't escape 🥀
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, and their prevalence in Japan. It highlights the common use of these treatments among Japanese salarymen and the ease of obtaining them online or through clinics.
community 100 Day Progress & Managing Realistic Expectations (FTM 24)
A trans man experiencing hair loss after starting testosterone treatment has seen positive results using topical minoxidil and finasteride, though his hair remains thin. He is considering continuing his current treatment and exploring additional options like microneedling and Breezula, while acknowledging the impact of testosterone on hair loss.
community Best all in one supplement for hair health
The conversation is about supplements for hair health. Nutrafol and Viviscal are mentioned, with Nutrafol preferred due to saw palmetto; individual supplements like zinc, vitamin D, iron, B complex, magnesium, and inositol are also discussed.
community Killing the Norwood Reaper, a Journey
The user is treating hair loss with a regimen including Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for overall health. They are considering adding tretinoin, stemoxydine/RU, DIM, Boron, and Fadogia Agretis to their routine.
community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.