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      community New 2025 study: high dose oral minoxidil (up to 10mg)

      in Research/Science  80 upvotes 8 months ago
      High-dose oral minoxidil (>5 mg/day) can increase hair density in some men with androgenetic alopecia, but side effects like extra body hair and heart issues are common. Gradual dose increase is advised, but adverse effects may lead to discontinuation or dose adjustments.

      community Creatine and hair loss (personal experience)

      in Update  97 upvotes 8 months ago
      Creatine can cause increased hair loss in some people, particularly those with a predisposition to androgenic alopecia, but hair loss often stops after discontinuing its use. Some users experience no hair loss while using creatine.

      community losing ground after a year with dut 0.5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 22-year-old has been using dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) for over a year but is experiencing increased hair shedding, scalp inflammation, and burning, and cannot use minoxidil due to side effects. Suggestions include consulting a dermatologist, trying oral minoxidil, microneedling, rosemary oil, caffeine shampoo, and considering other treatments like PRP or red light therapy.

      community 10 Months on Finasteride and Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  456 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's positive experience with finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth, despite experiencing decreased libido, leading them to reduce their finasteride dosage. Other users discuss their own experiences with these treatments, including shedding, libido changes, and preferences for oral or topical applications.

      community Need advice/Insight with hairloss please

      in General  148 upvotes 11 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.

      community 4 months of low-dose Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  270 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old male used low-dose 5% topical Minoxidil inconsistently for four months, resulting in stopped hair shedding and improved hair density, though the hairline remained unchanged. Users discussed the potential use of finasteride and other treatments, with some suggesting consulting a dermatologist for further advice.

      community Terminal hairs growing in, but derm still says I’m going to go bald in the years to come??

      in Chat  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitamin D experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.

      community Here's an actual crazy dut shed

      in Update  273 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and from topical to oral minoxidil, experiencing significant hair shedding. They plan to continue this regimen for a year before deciding on any changes.

      community Do you guys see any re-growth?

      in Is this regrowth?  20 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is concerned about hair regrowth after using 2% minoxidil and keraglow vitamins for three months, noticing shedding but no significant improvement. They plan to switch to 5% minoxidil and consider finasteride for better results, as they have been diagnosed with male pattern baldness.

      community 1 year year update (.5 mg Dut, 2.5 mg OM)

      in Progress Pictures  335 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth using 0.5 mg Dutasteride and 2.5 mg Oral Minoxidil daily, with minimal side effects. He noticed improvement in hairline and crown after an initial shedding phase, and he did not use Finasteride prior to this treatment.
      17yo, pretty bad condition. Advices please!

      community 17yo, pretty bad condition. Advices please!

      in General  182 upvotes 1 year ago
      A teenager experiencing hair loss is using minoxidil, a derma roller, and plans to add ketoconazole shampoo to their routine. They are advised to continue this regimen consistently for at least six months to see results, with the shedding being a normal part of the process.

      community Logging myself monthly for dut 0.5 mg and min5mg oral

      in Research/Science  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is documenting their experience with oral dutasteride (dut) 0.5 mg and minoxidil (min) 5 mg for hair loss, planning to add RU58841 after three months. They previously used finasteride with success and are now experiencing increased shedding but also new hair growth.

      community Almost 3 years of dht blockers and my ups and downs

      in Is this regrowth?  74 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss starting at 16 and used finasteride and minoxidil, later switching to dutasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved hair thickness after an initial shedding phase. The user also noted the importance of using shampoo to manage dermatitis and maintain scalp health.

      community I finally coninced my trichologist to give me finasteride

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user convinced their trichologist to prescribe topical finasteride after using topical estradiol and progesterone for hair maintenance. They also discussed the potential impact of "nofap" on hair loss, noting that abstaining for about four months seemed to reduce shedding.

      community Those who experienced a big shed and stuck to their routine long term (1yr+) - Did a big shed truly mean you got good results down the line?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, and the experience of shedding hair as a potential sign of treatment effectiveness. Some users report positive results after initial shedding, while others express concerns about long-term hair loss and the effectiveness of treatments.

      community Feel like I'm a reasonably good responder

      in Is this regrowth?  274 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "OP" reported significant hair regrowth using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and derma stamping. OP experienced initial shedding but no other side effects.

      community Leaving Ketoconazole Shampoo on for Longer

      in Ketoconazole  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about using Ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, with users discussing leaving it on the scalp for longer periods. Some users report benefits for dandruff, but there's uncertainty about its effectiveness for androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

      community (20M) Minoxidil Tablets causing hairfall again

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced increased hair fall after starting Minoxidil tablets, despite following a comprehensive treatment plan for Seborrhoeic Capitis and Androgenetic Alopecia. They are unsure if the Minoxidil tablets are the cause and seek advice.

      community C’est terrible - at my wits end

      in Female  450 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 29-year-old woman is experiencing gradual hair thinning since age 15, suspects Androgenic Alopecia, and has tried 5% minoxidil with little success. She has purchased various hair loss treatments including minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, and spironolactone, but is cautious about starting them due to potential interactions with her ADHD medication.

      community From n5 to n3 going n2 , 1 year 2mos progress

      in Progress Pictures  373 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user improved their hair loss from stage 5 to stage 3 using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and a Dermapen. They saw results after 6 months, experienced a shedding phase, then saw more gains, advising others not to be discouraged during the shedding phase.

      community Help Me I used too much essential oils.

      in Product  6 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.