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      community Lost ground on Dut, Min, RU, etc (5 yrs… 2021->2026)

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using a combination of treatments including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy to address hair loss but continues to experience shedding and density loss. Despite high testosterone and iron levels, the user is frustrated with the lack of improvement and is considering adjusting treatment or exploring other options like a hair transplant.

      community Growing and losing hair at the same time (24M) . Extremely confused!

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride, later switching to dutasteride, higher-dose minoxidil, iron supplements, and derma stamping, which initially improved his condition. However, after moving to a stressful environment and undergoing minor surgery, his hair loss rapidly increased, particularly on one side of his temple.

      community Still shedding after 6 months (2nd shed).

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg minoxidil, and considering adding topical finasteride. They are also deficient in Vitamin D and B, and are exploring if supplements or dosage adjustments could help.

      community Can Whey Protein isolate make your AGA worse?

      in Product  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      Whey protein isolate may worsen androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to its potential to increase DHT levels, but finasteride use has helped maintain hair. Some users suggest avoiding protein supplements due to possible contaminants and additives that could affect hair health.

      community 29f Female on Dutasteride Progress.

      in Female  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 29-year-old woman with genetic hair loss started using 0.5 dutasteride a week ago and has noticed increased shedding, no sexual side effects, and less oily skin. She plans to provide updates and is not concerned about potential birth defects as she doesn't plan to have more children.
      Help me interpret my bloods

      community Help me interpret my bloods

      in General  65 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is concerned about high prolactin levels and low testosterone levels after stopping finasteride for three weeks. They are considering resuming finasteride but are worried it might further increase prolactin levels.

      community Spironolactone and pregnancy planning

      in Female  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user with AGA uses topical spironolactone 2% due to side effects from the oral form and is concerned about its use during conception and breastfeeding. They seek alternatives to prevent AGA relapse while planning pregnancy and after childbirth.

      community Why isn't fluridil more widely used and known about?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 5 years ago
      Fluridil, an antiandrogen that is not widely used or known about due to its expense and lack of availability in the US. It is suggested as a potential alternative for people who don't want to lower their DHT through treatments such as Minoxidil, Finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and Dermarolling.

      community Average r/bald user complaining

      in Satire  398 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, focusing on their effectiveness and side effects. It also highlights the disparity in medical research funding between hair loss and conditions like endometriosis.

      community Check out this insane (hopefully) shed

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  70 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses a significant increase in hair shedding after starting Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil, with users sharing their own experiences of hair shedding and questioning if high shedding indicates future hair growth.

      community Pyrilutamide/KX-826 for women?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide/KX-826 is being considered as a potential treatment for female androgenetic alopecia (AGA), but its high cost and limited data on effectiveness are concerns. Kintor markets it for both men and women.

      community Low cortisol it is due the fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been taking 1mg finasteride daily for a year with no improvement in hair loss and reports low cortisol levels, sleep issues, and anxiety changes. The conversation includes discussions on the potential effects of finasteride on cortisol and neurosteroids, with suggestions to consult a doctor and consider other factors.

      community L. reuteri (probiotic for Androgenic Alopecia)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  36 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      L. reuteri, a probiotic, is being explored for its potential benefits in treating androgenic alopecia, possibly enhancing finasteride's effects and reducing inflammation. The user combines this with finasteride, oral minoxidil, and other supplements, noting some improvement in hair loss.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

      in Chat  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

      community Well… I Did It. Estrogen Saved My Hairline

      in Transgender  736 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP transitioned and used Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Minoxidil, and dermarolling, resulting in significant hair regrowth. They advise this method may not be suitable for cis men.

      community Ferritin, iron and testosterone

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Dutasteride may affect testosterone levels, leading to high ferritin and iron levels, which can cause hair loss. High ferritin might be linked to past heavy drinking or hemochromatosis.

      community Can I stop oral minoxidil if I'm on HRT?

      in Transgender  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A person with androgenetic alopecia has seen hair improvement using oral minoxidil and finasteride but is concerned about increased body hair. They want to know if stopping minoxidil while continuing hormone replacement therapy and finasteride will cause hair loss.

      community Am i showing signs of regrowth/stabilisation???

      in Is this regrowth?  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been taking oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin for 3 months and noticed changes in hair texture, suggesting potential regrowth or stabilization. Baby hairs and increased hair density are seen as positive signs.

      community M30, month 4 of dutasteride and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  125 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 30-year-old male is using dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and various supplements for hair loss, reporting no sexual side effects but experiencing tinnitus. He stopped microneedling and tretinoin cream, saw quick results, and experiences low-intensity shedding.

      community UPDATE - 7 months 2,5 dutatesteride

      in Update  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user continues to experience hair loss despite using dutasteride 2.5mg, minoxidil 5mg, and ciclopirox shampoo, and plans to reassess after one year. Others report similar issues with dutasteride, with some switching to finasteride or adding RU58841.