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      community Could coffee contribute to hair loss?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      Coffee may negatively impact hair health due to its vasoconstrictor effects, potential to increase DHT, and interference with nutrient absorption. There is no strong clinical evidence linking caffeine to hair loss or regrowth in humans, but moderation is advised.

      community Homemade Topical Finasteride Formula?

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 4 years ago
      User wants to make homemade topical finasteride to minimize side effects and asks about using glycerin, stirring time, storage, and alternative solvents. Another user's comment is unclear.

      community Breezula hasn't even begun phase 3 trials yet. F*cking hell.

      in Treatment  43 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation is about the delay in Breezula's phase 3 trials and skepticism regarding its effectiveness compared to other treatments like RU58841 and Pyrilutamide. Some users prefer safety over effectiveness, while others express frustration with the slow progress and doubt Breezula will be a significant treatment for hair loss.

      community Starting topical DUT soon!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      An 18-year-old male stopped using finasteride due to side effects and plans to start topical dutasteride, considering it a potential solution with fewer side effects. He continues using minoxidil despite no noticeable results and is exploring other treatments like RU58841.

      community I'm about to order some retinol and azelaic acid from the ordinary

      in Product  45 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses using retinol to enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss, with a user considering The Ordinary's 0.5% retinol and seeking advice on azelaic acid concentration. Other users suggest using tretinoin instead and consider pre-formulated products combining minoxidil, tretinoin, and azelaic acid, but the original poster has not seen improvement from dermarolling.

      community 20 years old, treatment options?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 6 years ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss had negative side effects from finasteride and cannot afford RU58841 or Minoxidil. Suggestions included dermarolling, hair systems, and possibly using peppermint oil or Saw Palmetto.

      community Reaction to High Dose Minoxidil After Year of Use

      in Minoxidil  8 upvotes 6 years ago
      A male with early-stage hair loss experienced severe side effects, including sexual dysfunction from finasteride and increased heart rate and fatigue from high-dose minoxidil, leading to discontinuation of both treatments. He is now relying on DHT-blocking shampoos and awaiting new treatments.

      community I've stopped taking finasteride. What now?

      in Finasteride  19 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user stopped taking finasteride due to side effects and is seeking alternative hair loss treatments; they currently use minoxidil and a caffeine shampoo. Suggestions include derma rolling to enhance minoxidil effectiveness and personal experiences of hair loss after stopping finasteride.

      community Suffering from intense sides from dutasteride

       18 upvotes 8 years ago
      A person experienced severe sexual side effects, including loss of libido and erectile dysfunction, after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medications and sought advice, but recovery was slow and uncertain.

      community About your erections on finasteride

      in Finasteride  11 upvotes 9 years ago
      People worrying about hair loss and the effects of Finasteride on erections, which a transgirl has experienced no change from taking it with other medications. The discussion suggests that people should stop worrying so much.

      community From Perfect Hair to This: 2 Years of Chronic TE + Unmasked AGA.

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 25-year-old is experiencing chronic telogen effluvium (TE) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA) after surgery, using finasteride, red light therapy, and supplements, and considering oral minoxidil despite heart concerns. They are unsure whether to start minoxidil before or after an upcoming surgery, which may trigger another hair shed.

      community Caffeine & Alopecia: What the Science Seems to Say

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential benefits of topical caffeine for Androgenetic Alopecia (APA) and female pattern hair loss. While some studies suggest positive results, there's no reliable scientific evidence to strongly recommend caffeine compounds for hair regrowth.

      community Best way to apply tretinoin?

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about using tretinoin to enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss, discussing whether to mix tretinoin with minoxidil or apply it separately, and considering the concentration of tretinoin to use.

      community How to Keep Your Hair on Steroids

      in Treatment  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      To minimize hair loss while using steroids, use finasteride or dutasteride and apply topical anti-androgens like RU58841. Avoid high doses of hair-toxic steroids; prefer testosterone, nandrolone, and boldenone.

      community Dutasteride only might be the best ROI

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  176 upvotes 2 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can improve hair regrowth with fewer side effects for some users. Concerns about shedding, lack of improvement, and the long-term safety of oral minoxidil remain.

      community 2 months of nightly 5% minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  485 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 25-year-old user shared progress after two months of using 5% minoxidil nightly on their scalp and beard. Many users suggest combining minoxidil with finasteride or dutasteride to prevent hair loss due to DHT, while others express concerns about potential side effects of these DHT blockers.

      community Mental health check for anyone feeling down in this subreddit.

      in Chat  58 upvotes 7 months ago
      Hair loss is distressing, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone commonly used despite potential side effects. Emphasis is placed on maintaining mental health and self-worth beyond hair appearance.

      community Sharing My Routine – Hope It Helps Someone Else Too

      in Progress Pictures  638 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with a hair loss treatment routine involving dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and Nourkrin Man, with no side effects reported. Other users share their experiences with similar treatments, discussing side effects like heart palpitations and depression, and offer advice on obtaining prescriptions affordably.

      community Switch from fin to dut and its worse

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can worsen hair loss for some men due to increased testosterone levels. Topical treatments like RU58841 and Pyrilutamide are suggested to counteract these effects, but individual responses vary.