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      community No treatment seems to be working

      in General  71 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 25-year-old male has been using 5% Minoxidil, 1.25 mg Finasteride, and weekly microneedling for hair loss but sees no improvement after a year. Despite a healthy lifestyle, his hairline continues to recede, and he seeks advice.
      Am i balding? what should i do ? i need help

      community Am i balding? what should i do ? i need help

      in General  78 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and is concerned about a small bald patch despite having thick hair and a full crown. They are considering starting minoxidil and finasteride to prevent further hair loss.
      Is there any hope for me?

      community Is there any hope for me?

      in General  34 upvotes 10 months ago
      Consider using finasteride or minoxidil for hair loss. Both treatments require patience as results may take months.

      community 10 months of minoxidil + cheating

      in Transgender  180 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using minoxidil, hormone replacement therapy, and cyproterone acetate during their male-to-female transition. Another user discussed their successful hair transplant after transitioning and using finasteride, highlighting the challenges of hair loss and regrowth during transition.
      Am I balding I’m 18 and worried pls help

      community Am I balding I’m 18 and worried pls help

      in General  41 upvotes 11 months ago
      An 18-year-old is concerned about potential balding and seeks advice. They are unsure if their hairline is a widow's peak or if they are experiencing hair loss.
      8 Months on Dutasreride and Hair Loss Progressively Worse

      community 8 Months on Dutasreride and Hair Loss Progressively Worse

      in Treatments  80 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride eight months ago due to worsening hair loss but continues to experience hair thinning and seeks advice on additional treatments. They are asking for suggestions on medications, topical therapies, lifestyle changes, or professional treatments.

      community Itchy and red scalp from treatment

      in General  53 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced no regrowth after nine months on minoxidil and developed red bumps after starting finasteride. They also use Nizoral 2%, which helps slightly, but minoxidil causes intense itching.

      community Doctor recommended dut+min post HT but for only 6 months

      in General  97 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user underwent a hair transplant and was prescribed dutasteride and minoxidil for 6 months to address crown thinning. They are skeptical about the short duration and consider continuing the medication longer.

      community Mental Health and Finasteride Questions

      in General  162 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old with anxiety and depression is considering finasteride for hair loss but is worried about potential side effects. They decide to consult a doctor and consider starting with a low dose, while also exploring topical finasteride as a potentially safer option.

      community Buzzing it to gauge results, thoughts?

      in General  136 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering buzzing their long hair to better assess the effects of finasteride, which they have been using for over two months, and is concerned about maintaining their unique appearance. They are also curious if dyeing short hair could cause any issues.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community I wish we didn’t have to live with this….

       61 upvotes 6 years ago
      The struggles of hair loss at a young age and available treatments, such as medication (Finasteride, Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Derma Rolling) and potential options for hair systems or cloning in Japan. People discussed their own experiences with trying to cope with the emotional aspects of this condition.

      community Worried about creatine hair loss, is this a solid approach??

      in Advice  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      Creatine may contribute to hair loss, and users suggest avoiding it or using DHT blockers like Saw Palmetto and green tea. Some users report personal experiences of hair loss after starting creatine, while others advise focusing on consistent exercise instead.

      community My battle against baldness

       6 upvotes 7 years ago
      A 27-year-old is using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and Pilexil shampoo to combat hair loss, with plans to add Nizoral shampoo and light stimulation. Initial results show reduced hair loss and some hair thickening, despite a period of shedding.

      community Dim: high estradiol levels what to do

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing facial bloating from low-dose topical finasteride due to high estradiol levels and is seeking advice on using DIM to manage this issue, including dosage and brand recommendations.

      community Finasteride and hormonal tests

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 months ago
      A user has been taking finasteride 1mg for 10 years without side effects but is concerned about high estradiol levels affecting weight loss. Another user suggests using estradiol blockers under medical supervision to manage the levels.

      community Finasteride sides succes story (AMA)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user shared their experience with finasteride, reporting severe side effects like erectile dysfunction and watery semen, which improved after stopping the medication. They emphasized the risks of finasteride and decided not to resume its use despite hair loss stabilization.

      community My 3-month hair growth progress.

      in Progress Pictures  198 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      A user shared their 3-month hair growth progress using topical minoxidil, finasteride, Dermazole Ketoconazole shampoo, and a derma stamp. They reported no side effects and continued dandruff despite using the shampoo.