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      community Quitting minox - going for alternatives

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user stopped using minoxidil due to side effects and is trying alternatives like vitamin D supplementation, scalp massages, cold showers, oil treatments, zinc shampoo, and dermarolling. They report improved scalp health and some new hair growth, despite skepticism from others about the effectiveness of these methods.

      community Overcame finasteride side effects

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user successfully overcame finasteride side effects by lowering the dosage and adding zinc and vitamin B6 supplements. They also micro-dosed dutasteride and resumed weight lifting.

      community How to deal with mechanically induced shedding

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 8 months ago
      Minoxidil can cause scalp dryness and flaking, leading to hair shedding when exfoliating. Alternatives like oral Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo are suggested to manage these issues.

      community Lifestyle choices and your hair....

       5 upvotes 6 years ago
      A person noticed increased hair thinning after changing their workout routine from cycling to weightlifting, which also coincided with a rise in testosterone levels. They are considering stopping intense workouts, switching to yoga, cutting out caffeine, and re-evaluating after a few months to see if it improves their hair condition.

      community Taking ashwagandha with finasteride

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ashwagandha is used to reduce stress and improve sleep, while finasteride is taken for hair loss. Users report positive effects from ashwagandha and mixed results from finasteride, with some experiencing a slight dip in libido.

      community Women's Reactions

       14 upvotes 8 years ago
      Balding can make dating more challenging, especially with superficial attitudes, but confidence and fitness can help. Some embrace shaving their heads, while others focus on self-improvement and acceptance.

      community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?

      in Finasteride  38 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.

      community Strategies for Treatment Resistant Androgenic Alopecia

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about a person experiencing treatment-resistant androgenic alopecia despite using high doses of dutasteride and minoxidil, along with other treatments like microneedling and purilutamide. Suggestions include considering a hair transplant, checking medication authenticity, and exploring other treatments like RU58841 or topical estradiol.

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

      in Chat  4 upvotes 1 year 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 New molecule PP405 vs exercise

      in Research/Science  38 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 targets hair follicle stem cells differently than exercise-induced lactate, suggesting exercise alone may not replicate its benefits. Minoxidil and finasteride are recommended alongside exercise for hair regrowth, with additional suggestions like spicy food and infrared exposure.

      community Stimulating existing stem cells to grow hair.

      in Technology  119 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell injections, are discussed, with skepticism about their effectiveness compared to Minoxidil and finasteride. Derma stamping is mentioned as effective when used with Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

      community The (many) benefits of buzzing during treatment

      in Chat  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Buzzing hair can improve mental health and make applying treatments like Minoxidil and microneedling easier. It helps with self-acceptance and reduces the impact of hair loss on appearance.

      community I’m going punch hair loss in the face

      in Satire  68 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user "OP" is frustrated with hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and oral dutasteride. Other users suggest keto shampoo, lifestyle changes, and low light laser therapy.

      community I am about to cry, umI hate my gens

      in Chat  58 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair loss affects confidence, with discussions on treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Emphasis is placed on self-acceptance and building confidence beyond appearance.

      community The most nuclear stack possible

      in Satire  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user humorously suggests an extreme hair loss treatment regimen involving multiple medications and therapies, including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, and others, claiming it would prevent hair loss but with potential side effects like gynecomastia. The conversation highlights concerns about safety, side effects, and the effectiveness of such a comprehensive approach.

      community Crazy question about sex sides

      in General  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using hormones like pregnenolone and tongkat ali to counteract sexual side effects from hair loss medications such as finasteride, dutasteride, ketoconazole, and minoxidil. The user stopped the other medications but continues using minoxidil while seeking advice on maintaining libido.

      community Ru-58841 vs KX-826/pyrilutamide while on steroids

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user increased their steroid dosage and noticed hair shedding, so they adjusted their regimen by reducing steroid doses and adding oral dutasteride. They are also experimenting with combining RU-58841 and KX-826/pyrilutamide in minoxidil to address hair loss.

      community Topical melatonin/cetirizine instructions

      in Treatment  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      User shares a topical hair loss solution using melatonin and cetirizine to help reduce shedding and itching. Instructions provided for creating and using the mixture, with additional lifestyle tips for overall hair health.

      community Feeling hopeless even on nuclear stack

      in Update  25 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user feels hopeless about hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, and having a hair transplant. They are advised to maintain consistency in treatment, consider increasing dutasteride dosage, and explore topical solutions for better results.

      community Someone hold my hand through dread shed! Shedding so bad!

      in Chat  38 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the emotional struggle of hair shedding while using finasteride and minoxidil, with users sharing encouragement and tips like using hair fibers, cutting hair shorter, and trusting the process for eventual regrowth. Many users emphasize that shedding is temporary and a sign that the treatment is working, suggesting patience and temporary solutions like hats and hair fibers.

      community Applying topicals when you still have hair without pulling out existing hair?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using oral minoxidil and is considering topical dutasteride but is concerned about potential worsening. They are also exploring other topical treatments like latanoprost, caffeine, and melatonin, and seeking advice on application methods without pulling out existing hair.

      community Listen to anyone besides your Mom while fighting hair-loss

      in Satire  464 upvotes 5 years ago
      Hair loss treatments, with people sharing their experiences of trying to get help from family members and how genetics can affect the severity of hair loss. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, scalp massage, whey protein and bleaching.

      community I feel like im slowly losing the battle despite literally doing most things.

       3 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user is frustrated with hair loss despite using finasteride, dermastamping, oils, and a healthy lifestyle, but is hesitant to try minoxidil. Others suggest dropping ineffective methods and starting minoxidil, with some recommending switching to dutasteride for better results.