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      I know I’m cooked but wouldn’t mind some guidance

      community I know I’m cooked but wouldn’t mind some guidance

      in General  340 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair loss and is considering treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and possibly a hair transplant. They are advised to consult a dermatologist and consider oral minoxidil and dutasteride, while being aware of potential side effects and the need for ongoing treatment.

      community What If I want to have kids?

      in General  50 upvotes 5 months ago
      Concerns about the impact of hair loss treatments like finasteride on fertility and future children. The user is worried about reduced sperm count and quality due to lowered DHT levels.

      community Severe Panic Attacks on 1mg Fin: Alternative Options?

      in General  56 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including panic attacks and suicidal thoughts, and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments. They have been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil.

      community Has anyone used growth hormone combined with minoxidil?

      in General  34 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil and dutasteride for hair growth, with OP considering amino acids or growth hormone for better results. Another user inquires about the effectiveness of dutasteride.

      community What happens if I stop Minoxidil?

      in General  38 upvotes 6 months ago
      Stopping Minoxidil may lead to losing any hair gained from its use, potentially resulting in less hair than before starting. Continuing Dutasteride may help maintain some hair.
      2 years progress pics - need advice

      community 2 years progress pics - need advice

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  128 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures of hair loss treatment using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, expressing hope for recovery after an 8-9 month break. They seek advice on restarting treatment and are optimistic about regaining previous results.

      community 27M, 18 Months on Fin & 3 on Min: Still Shedding, Is This Normal?

      in General  107 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 18 months and minoxidil for 3 months to address hair loss, experiencing increased shedding and questioning the effectiveness of these treatments. They also tried rosemary oil with minimal results and are seeking advice on whether the shedding is normal and if minoxidil is effective.

      community I’m afraid if using oral finasteride + topical minoxidil (28 yo)

      in General  77 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user is concerned about the long-term commitment and potential side effects of using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss. They are debating whether to accept their hair loss or start the treatment despite mixed results from others.

      community 18M Unsure About Topical vs. Oral Fin After Shedding, Started Feb 2024

      in General  117 upvotes 8 months ago
      An 18-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical minoxidil consistently for over a year, with some improvement in hair density. They tried switching to a combination of topical finasteride and minoxidil but experienced possible side effects, so they returned to using only minoxidil, along with biotin and dermarolling, and are seeking advice on whether finasteride might still be effective for them.

      community How can I delete a post?

      in General  39 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about deleting an old post on a forum, with no specific mention of hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.

      community 6ish months into treatment. Norwood 69 progress

      in Progress Pictures  50 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user started using Minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, noticing some progress after six months, despite a recent shedding phase. They also use derma stamping and various topical products, though their effectiveness is uncertain.

      community Need advice/Insight with hairloss please

      in General  148 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user is concerned about hair thinning and is using minoxidil, considering finasteride, and planning blood tests to rule out deficiencies. They are advised to consult a dermatologist to confirm if androgenic alopecia is the cause before starting finasteride.
      [33M] Should I proceed with MIN + DUT treatment?

      community [33M] Should I proceed with MIN + DUT treatment?

      in General  130 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 33-year-old is considering using Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hair loss but is hesitant due to concerns about long-term commitment and side effects. They are advised to consider starting with topical treatments to assess their response.

      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.

      community Finasteride - discomfort pelvir/urethra

      in Finasteride  79 upvotes 10 months ago
      Finasteride can cause pelvic or urethral discomfort for some users. Reducing the dose to 0.25 mg on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays is being considered as a potential solution.
      37 days on dut 0.5mg at 17 progress

      community 37 days on dut 0.5mg at 17 progress

      in General  23 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared progress photos after 37 days of using 0.5mg dutasteride for hair loss at age 17. The discussion focuses on the effectiveness of this treatment.

      community Should I add oral minoxidil right now?

      in Minoxidil  85 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is considering adding oral minoxidil to their current hair loss treatment, which includes dutasteride and occasional finasteride, due to concerns about hair thinning and potential shedding. They are unsure if starting both treatments simultaneously could worsen shedding or if oral minoxidil might be beneficial.
      34M, Dermatologist consultation every month?

      community 34M, Dermatologist consultation every month?

      in General  109 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 34-year-old male has been using a topical minoxidil and finasteride solution for hair loss and was prescribed oral finasteride by a dermatologist. He questions the necessity of monthly consultations since the prescription remains unchanged.

      community Pili migrans? Lichen something? Seb derm?

      in Female  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a female experiencing hair loss and seeking advice on why it's difficult to regrow hair. Specific treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 are not mentioned.

      community 9 months on fin/min/microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male experienced hair regrowth and improved hair health after using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling for nine months, with initial shedding but no significant side effects. Users discussed similar experiences with hair styling difficulties and shared tips for managing hair texture and side effects.

      community Progress from fin 6 months use and minox 1 year 6 months

      in Progress Pictures  94 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using minoxidil for 1.5 years and finasteride for 6 months, with finasteride showing more noticeable results. They also tried ketoconazole for scalp infections but found it only provided temporary relief.
      Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens

      community Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens

      in Research  413 upvotes 1 year ago
      Treating androgenic alopecia with minoxidil, finasteride, and antiandrogens, alongside exercise, cryotherapy, and natural substances to stimulate cold receptors for better hair growth. The method focuses on enhancing treatment effectiveness by considering environmental and behavioral factors and the role of cold receptors and muscle stress.