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      community PSA: If you're prone to MPB dont take creatine

      in Update  109 upvotes 2 years ago
      Creatine might speed up hair loss in those prone to male pattern baldness, possibly due to increased DHT levels. Some users experience no issues when using creatine with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride.

      community 1 year 2months finasteride/question about dutasteride.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  121 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, including finasteride and dutasteride. It is suggested to try minoxidil with microneedling as an additional treatment for regrowth, and the user reports that it took around 6 months of taking 1mg of finasteride every day before seeing results.

      community Topical Minoxidil is a pain in the ass for diffuse thinners

      in Minoxidil  95 upvotes 3 years ago
      Topical minoxidil being a difficult product to apply, with users considering finasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil as alternative treatments for diffuse thinning hair. Other advice includes shaving the head in the first 3 months of using minoxidil and finding ways to apply it without saturating the hair.

      community Derm says to stop dutasteride after 4 months

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      A dermatologist advised stopping dutasteride after six months and switching from whey to pea protein, but users disagreed, citing no evidence linking whey to hair loss. The original poster plans to continue dutasteride for six months and switch to pea protein for peace of mind.

      community 2 months on minoxidil 5% GOOD RESULTS?

      in Progress Pictures 3 years ago
      Asteride into your routine In this conversation, the user Icy-Indication267 was asking when they should start finasteride to treat their hair loss, which had responded well to minoxidil after two months. Other users shared advice on incorporating micro-needling and topical finasteride into their routine for optimal results.

      community 8 months on minoxidil and 4.5 months on finasteride

      in Update  485 upvotes 3 years ago
      Franquito1624: Topical minoxidil and finasteride orally This user, Franquito1624, reported 8 months of using Minoxidil topically and 4.5 months of using Finasteride orally with good results. Other users commented on their success and asked questions about the treatments used.

      community My experience with Pyrilutamide

      in Update  43 upvotes 3 years ago
      Two different experiences of using Pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment, which caused headaches that took around a week to subside in both cases. Other users offered insight into their own experiences with the treatment or suggested alternate treatments such as RU58841 and Minoxidil.

      community 5 Months Finasteride + Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  676 upvotes 3 years ago
      This user has achieved impressive results after 5 months of using Finasteride and Minoxidil, which appear to have stopped hair loss and stimulated new growth. They have also incorporated derma pen treatments and supplements such as Zinc picolinate and DMAE into their regimen.

      community 3.5 months Topical Finasteride/Monoxidal

      in Progress Pictures  414 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss treatment with topical finasteride/minoxidil, which had good results after 3.5 months of application. The user also asked if there was any reason to take the oral pill version and if anyone has ever tried mixing them together.

      community Dutasteride UPDATE (female) *sixth month*

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 4 years ago
      A female user in her mid-20s with androgenetic alopecia and suspected telogene effluvium who has been taking Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Ketoconazol shampoo, and Yaz contraception for her hair loss for the past 6 months. She had a small shed during this time that she believes to be stress related.

      community Results so far on Finasteride and biotin

      in Progress Pictures  145 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about someone experiencing significant hair regrowth after 23 days on Finasteride and Biotin, with others suggesting additional treatments like Minoxidil and microneedling. Some doubt the speed of hair growth, while others believe Biotin isn't contributing to the results.

      community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"

      in Research/Science  108 upvotes 5 years ago
      Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.

      community U/joaopassos444 , HATS OFF brother !!

      in Research/Science  126 upvotes 5 years ago
      A new hair loss treatment theory beyond minoxidil and finasteride is proposed, causing mixed reactions in the community, with some members eager to explore and support it, while others call for more research and evidence.

      community This guy is 113 and has more hair than most people on here.

      in Satire  985 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 113 year old man who has more hair than most people, and the conversation is discussing potential genetic factors that may be responsible for this. Possible treatments such as dermarolling and minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are mentioned.

      community Why Didn't the Pumkin Seed Oil Study Get More Attention?

      in Question  71 upvotes 6 years ago
      Pumpkin seed oil showed a 40% increase in hair count, but its effectiveness is questioned due to other ingredients in the supplement. Users discuss its potential compared to finasteride, with some expressing skepticism and others showing interest.

      community Surprise! Hair loss at 25

       5 upvotes 10 years ago
      A user noticed worsening hair loss and is considering treatments. They plan to use finasteride, Rogaine, and a ketoconazole shampoo, and seek advice on their effectiveness and usage.

      community 17 month finasteride update (title)

      in Progress Pictures  51 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride since November 2023, which improved their hair and confidence, and they plan to switch to dutasteride and get a hair transplant. They noticed hair thickening after 3-4 months on finasteride and are considering oral dutasteride and minoxidil for further improvement.