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      community 41M – On Finasteride 16 years with great results, now seeing temporal loss. Meds wearing off? Time to switch things up?

      in General  149 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 41-year-old has been using finasteride for 16 years with great results but is now experiencing temporal hair loss. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, adding oral minoxidil, and considering a combination of treatments, while noting that supplements and weightlifting likely don't interfere with finasteride's effectiveness.

      community 3 Mo Progress Fin/Min- Sept.-Dec

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing their positive progress with hair regrowth using oral minoxidil, biotin, finasteride, and other supplements. The user also mentions using a HIMS oral fin/min combo and receives advice and encouragement from others.

      community Rate my treatment stack from 1-10

      in Chat 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alternatives to finasteride due to intolerance. Users suggest adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, and some recommend trying topical versions to reduce side effects.

      community Why do some doctors just lie to our faces ?

      in Chat  22 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 19-year-old is frustrated with doctors giving misleading information about hair loss treatments, specifically finasteride and minoxidil. They plan to self-administer finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of supportive medical guidance.

      community Starting minoxidil and looking for a few tips

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about using minoxidil for diffuse thinning after finasteride showed no regrowth. Tips include applying minoxidil directly to the scalp, considering potential shedding, and being cautious with combining tretinoin due to possible irritation.
      What hair loss pattern is this?

      community What hair loss pattern is this?

      in General  157 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user noticed small circular hairless spots after a buzz cut and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They are experiencing continuous shedding and thinning, and it is suggested they consult a dermatologist for a scalp examination and possible biopsy to determine if it's alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia.

      community My progress over the past 2 years

      in Progress Pictures  440 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user shared their 2-year hair regrowth journey using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and later adding dutasteride. They noted significant hair thickening, especially after starting oral minoxidil and dutasteride, despite some initial thinning and texture changes.

      community 25M Exploring Causes of Hair Loss: TE, Alopecia, or AGA?

      in General  226 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss with possible causes including chronic telogen effluvium, diffuse alopecia areata, and androgenic alopecia. They have tried treatments like Nizoral shampoo, minoxidil, and finasteride, and are considering a biopsy for further clarity.

      community My DHT levels while being on DUT for a year

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the ineffectiveness of tablet forms of dutasteride for hair loss due to poor absorption compared to soft gel capsules. It suggests switching to FDA-approved soft gel capsules for better results, as tablets may not adequately suppress DHT levels.

      community 3 month fin and minoxidil before and after

      in Is this regrowth?  362 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair regrowth using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, with significant improvement after three months. Some users experienced side effects like bloating and dark circles, and discussed alternative treatments like microneedling and natural oils.

      community Regression? Has anyone experienced this?

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding and is concerned about regression despite consistent use of finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments. The consensus is that this is likely a temporary shedding phase, and adjustments to the dermarolling frequency are suggested.

      community 5-Months Update: Minoxidil + Red Light Therapy + Lifestyle Changes

      in Progress Pictures  1025 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reported positive hair regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil, red light therapy, and lifestyle changes, including dietary improvements and stress reduction. They chose natural supplements like saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol over pharmaceutical DHT inhibitors like finasteride.

      community 38M, Topical Min 5% + Infrared Therapy (4 Months In)

      in Progress Pictures  485 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 38-year-old man reports positive results using topical Minoxidil 5% and infrared therapy for hair regrowth over four months, along with Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil supplements. Others suggest adding Finasteride for better maintenance and discuss the role of DHT blockers.

      community What was added to your routine that sparked the most growth?

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride, RU58841, and topical minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, with oral minoxidil showing mixed results. Some users report significant improvement with dutasteride and topical minoxidil, while others find oral minoxidil less effective.

      community Am discouraged, tried just about everything....

      in Chat  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has tried finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, retinol, topical finasteride, and ketoconazole for hair loss but continues to experience hair recession. They are considering adding oral minoxidil or RU58841 and are unsure about the next steps.

      community 8mg on oral finasteride. No results?

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using 8mg of oral finasteride and is considering trying minoxidil or redoing blood work. They are concerned about thinning hair on the sides and back of their head.

      community 8 years of Finasteride and Minoxidil (includes a photo)

      in Update  74 upvotes 3 years ago
      User has used Finasteride, Minoxidil, and derma roller for 8 years to treat hair loss but is still losing the battle. Others suggest trying Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant.

      community Just started finasteride...

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user started finasteride again, using it every other day, along with a laser helmet, inversion massage, and various supplements. They are considering Minoxidil but had a bad reaction previously and plan to get hair grafts.

      community Two Shedding Cycles? Telogen effluvium or not?

      in Question  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after extended fasting, initially thought to be Telogen Effluvium, but later suspected male pattern baldness. They tried finasteride briefly but stopped due to concerns about side effects, and are unsure if the hair loss is due to Telogen Effluvium or another cause.