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      community Back from the dead! (Progress update)

      in Progress Pictures  998 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth progress after a year of derma stamping, daily minoxidil, and four months of oral finasteride, along with regular workouts. Others discussed the effectiveness of these treatments and additional methods like red light therapy and RU58841.

      community My mum is mad annoying about Fin.

      in Chat  245 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old man discusses his struggles with his mother's opposition to his use of Finasteride for hair loss treatment, despite it improving his condition and self-control after a hair transplant. He expresses frustration over her blaming the medication for various issues and the stress caused by her insistence to stop taking it.

      community Huberman tweet about finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  278 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the side effects of finasteride, including Post Finasteride Syndrome, with varied personal experiences and differing views on the credibility of information sources. Some participants also discuss using minoxidil as a hair loss treatment.

      community hmi115 is coming. Prepare yourselves for what's coming

      in Technology  107 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses HMI-115, a potential cure for hair loss. Users share mixed opinions, with some expressing skepticism and others sharing anecdotal evidence of its effectiveness, including photos of significant hair regrowth from a trial participant.

      community Diagnosed with female pattern hair loss as a male with recent aggressive loss. Preemptively mourning the only part of myself I’ve ever come close to loving. Lost all motivation to do anything with my life.

      in Progress Pictures  271 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user should consider using treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 to potentially reverse their hair loss. Other suggestions include using hair loss concealers and maintaining a healthy diet.

      community Kintor Phase 2 Results released KX-826 (pyrilutamide)

      in Research/Science  444 upvotes 3 years ago
      Kintor Pharmaceutical's Phase 2 results with the drug Pyrilutamide, a potential alternative to 5-ARI drugs like Finasteride and Dutasteride but without the side effects. It could be used in combination with other topical treatments such as Minoxidil. The safety of the drug has been demonstrated in 6 months of use, however there are still questions about long term efficacy and systemic absorption.

      community My Testosterone results before and after Finasteride

      in Update  147 upvotes 4 years ago
      Finasteride significantly increased testosterone levels for the user, with no major side effects except watery semen, which was resolved with zinc supplements. The user's hairline stopped receding and slightly improved.

      community Why I deleted my YouTube channel Part I

      in Update  118 upvotes 5 years ago
      A YouTuber named Kevin, also known as Rider_Of_Roach, who deleted his YouTube channel due to personal attacks and controversy surrounding his views on hair loss treatments. He advocated for FDA-approved treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but faced backlash from those who disagreed with him. The conversation also discusses his past trolling behavior and a lawsuit he filed against a website that published false information about him. Despite some disagreements, many viewers appreciated his research-based content and hope to see him return in the future.

      community 4 weeks in (dutasteride only).

      in Progress Pictures  76 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user experienced hairline improvement after four weeks on 1.5mg dutasteride but had side effects like reduced libido and sensitive nipples. They plan to switch to finasteride to manage these side effects.

      community Why would anyone use Finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with a focus on the use of finasteride, minoxidil, laser treatment helmets, and Redensyl. Opinions vary on the effectiveness and side effects of finasteride, with some users advocating for its use despite potential risks, while others express concerns about its impact on sexual function.

      community Action plan without finasteride

      in Product  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their hair loss treatment plan using Revita tablets, Sulforaphane, Minoxidil, and microneedling, avoiding finasteride due to side effects. Replies suggest that without finasteride, the plan is unlikely to be effective, and recommend either using finasteride or shaving their head.

      community Long term minoxidil as a permanent solution

      in Minoxidil  26 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user is considering using minoxidil for hair loss and asks for advice on application and long-term effectiveness. Responses suggest minoxidil can be effective but may lose efficiency over time, and combining it with other treatments like finasteride might be more beneficial.

      community why are beard gains on min usually permanent?

      in Minoxidil  43 upvotes 9 months ago
      Beard gains from minoxidil are usually permanent due to facial hair follicles' lower sensitivity to DHT. Scalp hair requires ongoing DHT suppression with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 to maintain gains after stopping minoxidil.

      community Please explain this Minoxidil phenomena

      in Minoxidil  58 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the difference in effects of Minoxidil (Min) on scalp and facial hair. The user questions why Min-induced hair growth on the scalp is temporary, while facial hair growth seems permanent, even after stopping Min. They propose theories, including different Min mechanisms on body and facial hair, the role of DHT, and the possibility of not achieving fully terminal hair. The responses include personal experiences and theories about Min's effects on hair growth.

      community DNA test result is incredible !

      in Technology  31 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses a personalized hair loss treatment plan based on DNA test results, recommending Minoxidil, Dutasteride, 17-alpha Estradiol, Cetirizine, and PRP sessions. The test identifies a high risk of hair loss due to DHT but a good response to Minoxidil, suggesting a tailored approach to treatment.

      community blood flow and scalp tension - put up or shut up

      in Chat  31 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism about the effectiveness of scalp tension theory and scalp massagers for hair regrowth, contrasting it with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, which have more user-reported results. Participants question the belief in scalp tension theory, suggesting it may be a marketing tactic, while others argue for a multifactorial approach to hair loss.

      community DHT Isn't (Directly) Important

      in Research/Science  103 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride's potential side effects, especially sexual dysfunction, are discussed, with emphasis on hormonal balance between testosterone and estradiol. Users share experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, highlighting the variability in side effects and the influence of mindset and lifestyle.