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      community female depressed about thin hair on crown PLEASE HELP :(

       4 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation reassures a woman concerned about thinning hair on her crown, suggesting her hair appears normal and not thinning. Some users recommend prenatal vitamins for hair health, while others attribute the appearance to contrast between dark hair and a pale scalp.

      community Adapalene gel 1% cause of hair loss?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced hair thinning after using Adapalene gel 1% for skin care, suspecting it contributed to hair loss alongside depression and anxiety. They stopped using Adapalene and switched to a Minoxidil/Finasteride formula, noticing hair improvement, while others in the conversation doubted Adapalene's impact on hair loss.

      community i'm Considering adding hair stimulant: stemoxydine or alphatradiol

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering adding Stemoxydine to their hair loss regimen, as they already use topical finasteride with rosemary and cannot use Minoxidil. They are seeking feedback on Stemoxydine and Alphatradiol, and another user mentions 2-deoxy-d-ribose as a potential option.

      community Thank You Tressless, A Tale Of A Hyper Responder

      in Progress Pictures  88 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and oral dutasteride, expressing gratitude for the support received. The conversation includes congratulations and encouragement from others.

      community Dutasteride and Ashwagandha Interactions?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about using Ashwagandha with Dutasteride for hair loss, as Ashwagandha may increase testosterone and potentially affect DHT levels. Users generally agree that the increase in DHT is minimal and unlikely to impact the effectiveness of Dutasteride significantly.

      community Antihistamines stop my hair loss

      in Treatment  24 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user found that antihistamines stop their hair loss and related symptoms, but they experience side effects like sedation and chest pain. They are seeking alternative solutions or topical antihistamines to avoid systemic side effects.

      community I cry every day, everything is very depressing

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  52 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, feeling hopeless and considering a hair system. They are advised to try ketoconazole, seek a second opinion from a dermatologist, and consider treatments like finasteride, RU58841, and hair transplants.

      community found out im more responsive to dutastetide than finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss and saw significant improvement in under two months. They also microneedle, take supplements including collagen and vitamin D3, use ketoconazole shampoo, and noticed accidental hair regrowth with retinol application on their face.

      community Lowering the dosage or stopping?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is considering lowering the dosage of finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects like mood changes, lower libido, and brain fog, while wanting to maintain hair regrowth. A suggestion was made to try a lower dose of finasteride, such as 0.2 mg.

      community 7.5 months and fin, time for dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, and growth shampoo for 7.5 months to treat hair loss and is considering switching to 0.5 mg dutasteride due to slight recession and persistent symptoms. Another user commented that the user's temples appear to have improved, especially in the latest photo.

      community Is it normal that fin tingles in the mouth?

      in Finasteride  59 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user experienced a tingling sensation in their mouth after taking a cut finasteride pill, possibly due to inactive ingredients like mannitol or sodium lauryl sulfate. Tingling is not a common side effect or typical allergy sign, but monitoring for unusual reactions is advised.

      community Post Finasteride Syndrome, A dangerous lie.

      in Chat  142 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user initially had side effects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.

      community Side effects of topical azelaic acid?

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Azelaic acid is considered a strong DHT inhibitor with no reported sexual side effects, making it a potential alternative for those who cannot use finasteride. It can be used with minoxidil, but may cause skin irritation.

      community Androgen degraders for hair loss

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses androgen receptor degraders for hair loss, highlighting their potential advantages over traditional AR blockers like RU58841 and pyrilutamide. Concerns about the safety and cost of these treatments are also mentioned.

      community Dutasteride for trans men? (Topical vs oral?)

      in Transgender 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using dutasteride, both topical and oral, for hair loss in trans men, considering potential side effects like depression and libido issues. The user is exploring options including topical solutions with minoxidil, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone, and plans to start microneedling.

      community Consider 0.5mg after taking 1mg for 1 week

      in Finasteride  112 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user started taking 1mg of finasteride daily but experienced anxiety and brain fog, considering reducing the dose to 0.5mg to adjust. They seek advice on whether this change could help manage side effects and hair shedding.

      community RU58481, are side effects exegerated?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      RU58841's side effects may be exaggerated due to anxiety, with some users experiencing no issues and others reporting symptoms like chest pain. RU58841, minoxidil, and finasteride are used for hair loss treatment, with varying individual reactions.
      Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      in Treatments  451 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.

      community What's an anecdotal treatment you nevertheless swear by?

      in Product  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stemoxydine is highly recommended for hair loss, preferred over Minoxidil due to fewer side effects and dependency. The user also uses finasteride, Pur'ador shampoo, and suggests cold showers and spicy food as part of their routine.