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      One-sided diffuse thinning - what should I do?

      community One-sided diffuse thinning - what should I do?

      in General  101 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is experiencing one-sided diffuse thinning and has been using finasteride and liquid minoxidil for 4-5 years with minimal results. They are considering whether to save for a hair transplant or address scalp sensitivity and irritation first.

      community Are we underestimating systemic absorption with homemade/generic Topical Fin? (HPCH vs. PG/Ethanol formulations)

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      Topical finasteride may have higher systemic absorption and lower efficacy when using a Propylene Glycol/Ethanol formulation compared to the hydroxypropyl chitosan (HPCH) formulation. The safety profile of topical finasteride relies heavily on the HPCH formulation, and using standard solutions might lead to different pharmacokinetics.

      community microneedling pre and post care

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling for hair loss involves sterilizing tools and possibly using serums like minoxidil or hyaluronic acid. Users report different routines, including applying minoxidil immediately after microneedling, using finasteride, and washing with ketoconazole shampoo.

      community HT scheduled. Am I over reacting?

      in Transplants  13 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user has scheduled a hair transplant after stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil, considering additional dermarolling. They are advised to use 2500-3000 grafts conservatively for temple filling without lowering the hairline too much.

      community DHT itch and sugar intake ! Anybody seen a link ?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 7 months ago
      Reducing sugar intake may lessen scalp itchiness associated with hair loss, even when using treatments like finasteride. Some users also report similar symptoms while on dutasteride.

      community Norwood 7 wants some hair. 5 months on oral fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced heart palpitations and breathing issues while using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and plans to switch to generic finasteride and topical minoxidil. They also use Nizoral shampoo and are considering a moisturizing shampoo due to dryness and itchiness.

      community Diy dutesteride please help MCT oil or PG?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user is making their own dutasteride solution using MCT oil but is concerned about its effectiveness and bioavailability. They are considering using propylene glycol or adding ethanol for better results, while others suggest the current dosage might be excessive.

      community FUE Crown transplant + dut&min - 1,5y progress

      in Progress Pictures  37 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user shared their 1.5-year progress after a FUE crown transplant, using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved their hairline and stabilized hair loss. They experienced dizziness from topical minoxidil but had no side effects from finasteride, dutasteride, or oral minoxidil.

      community Has anyone had luck with Redensyl?

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user is seeking an alternative to Rogaine (Minoxidil) due to facial puffiness. Another user responded that Redensyl was ineffective for them.

      community 3 month progress dut

      in Progress  309 upvotes 6 years ago
      User experienced rapid thinning on crown, used dutasteride for 3 months with significant improvement. Microneedling and ketoconazole were also used, but no minoxidil or finasteride.

      community Odd fear of not getting meds in a coma or similar

      in Chat  20 upvotes 1 week ago
      Concerns about hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil not being administered during a coma. Dutasteride remains in the system longer, and hair loss may not be immediate if treatment stops temporarily.

      community Help Me I used too much essential oils.

      in Product  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user mixed peppermint, rosemary, and castor oil and applied it to their scalp, causing excessive hair shedding. They're concerned about permanent hair loss, while another user shared their experience of using undiluted rosemary oil without any major issues.

      community 2 months of RU after 2 years of fin and OM ED

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user was using 1mg finasteride daily and oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily for two years, then added RU58841 to their routine two months ago and is asking for opinions on any changes in hair growth. They provided progress pictures without dermarolling and maintained consistent lighting for comparison.

      community COQ10 + PQQ for scalp inflammation??

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 32-year-old male with diffuse thinning and seborrheic dermatitis has been using finasteride for 8 months without improvement. He is considering COQ10 + PQQ supplements for scalp inflammation and hair loss.

      community Has anyone experienced burning scalp after chemical damage (perm)?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user experienced burning, itching, and soreness on their scalp after a perm in 2021, despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are seeking advice on whether to pursue further medical tests or consult a neurologist for nerve pain.

      community Severe diffuse thinning after scalp inflammation – should I keep fighting or just accept it?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing severe diffuse thinning after scalp inflammation is considering finasteride as a last resort after stopping minoxidil and using anti-inflammatory medication. Users suggest that inflammation causes temporary shedding and recommend consulting a dermatologist, with some advocating for finasteride as a reliable treatment option.

      community 4 months into min/fin topical spray with 1-2x week microneedling

      in Is this regrowth?  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing potential hair regrowth after 4 months of using a minoxidil and finasteride topical spray combined with microneedling 1-2 times a week. They notice some scalp redness and irritation but are unsure if the increased hair density is due to regrowth or longer hair.

      community Can’t take fin - options/alts?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      User seeks non-finasteride hair loss treatments, suggests Eucapil, minoxidil, microneedling, keto shampoo, oral castor oil, and alfatradiol. Reply recommends vitamin D, zinc, pumpkin seed oil, saw palmetto, and high black tea intake, but emphasizes minoxidil and microneedling as most effective.

      community Microneedling protocol and supplements

      in Microneedling 2 years ago
      Microneedling for hair loss should avoid anti-inflammatory supplements like garlic, Vitamin E, fish oil, turmeric, and NSAIDs for 3 days before and 5 days after the procedure to enhance collagen production. Completely abstaining from these supplements may be unnecessary, but caution is advised around the procedure time.