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      community Update: Chest discomfort from RU58841

      in Update  35 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced severe chest pains and shortness of breath after using RU58841 for hair loss and was advised by a doctor that blocking androgens can weaken the heart. They decided to continue with finasteride, minoxidil, and a hair transplant instead.

      community 4 months .5 Dut and 3 months 2.5 Minox update

      in Progress Pictures  24 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user reports positive results from using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily for four months and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil for three months, with no side effects. They switched from topical minoxidil to this oral combination.

      community Switching from fin 1mg to dut 0.5mg after 13 years

      in Treatments  101 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using Finasteride 1mg daily for 13 years with stable results but is now experiencing thinning hair and is considering switching to Dutasteride 0.5mg. They are seeking advice on whether this change might be beneficial.

      community Progress at ~6 month mark dut/min

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using daily oral dutasteride and minoxidil, along with monthly mesotherapy including zinc, dutasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and panthenol, reporting no noticeable side effects. Encouragement was given to continue despite potential hair shedding.

      community Diffuse thinning chronicles pt. 2

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old Asian male is treating hair loss with 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and 1.5mm microneedling weekly. The discussion is about his progress with these treatments.

      community Dont know what the hell is going on.

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced rapid diffuse hair thinning for five years despite no signs of AGA or miniaturization. They tried finasteride and oral minoxidil without success and have checked thyroid, iron, and vitamin D levels.

      community 8 months on dut and just keep shedding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced increased shedding and side effects like oily skin and acne after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite initially having success with finasteride. They also tried oral spironolactone, which reduced libido but didn't help with hair loss, and are considering returning to finasteride only.

      community 1 year of finasteride. Should I switch to dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  31 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether to continue using finasteride or switch to dutasteride after one year, with users generally advising to stick with finasteride for more time due to positive results and potential risks of switching. Minoxidil is also being used, and some suggest considering a hair transplant for further improvement.

      community Dut mesotherapy shed or not working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced initial success with topical minoxidil and dutasteride mesotherapy but is now losing more hair and unsure if it's due to shedding or ineffective treatment. They are considering whether to try a different approach.

      community Dut only? Had to drop oral minoxidil

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user stopped oral minoxidil due to side effects and is now using dutasteride mesotherapy and plans to start oral dutasteride. They are concerned about potential hair shedding and wonder if dutasteride alone will be effective.

      community 8 months of 0.5 mg dut daily, 14 months of 5 mg oral min

      in Progress Pictures  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily for 8 months and 5 mg oral minoxidil for 14 months to address hair thinning. Despite some users seeing no change or improvement, the user feels their hairline density has decreased and corners have worsened.

      community ghk-cu is potent 5-ar inhibitor?

      in Product  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      GHK-Cu is a potent inhibitor of the type 1 5-alpha reductase enzyme in hair follicles, which may reduce hair loss without the side effects associated with type 2 5-alpha reductase inhibitors. The user previously experienced side effects with 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and is considering GHK-Cu as an alternative.

      community 5 and months finasteride and microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  116 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 35 year old male who has seen good results from Finasteride and microneedling, with minimal side effects. Replies to the post ask about the device used for microneedling, discuss the progress made, and offer encouragement.

      community Facial hair loss

      in Treatment 5 years ago
      User noticed beard and sideburn hair loss, and thinning eyebrows, diagnosed with alopecia barbae and male pattern baldness, and prescribed Desonide cream. User seeks feedback on Desonide cream.

      community Reaching the End

      in Update  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      User tried dutasteride, topical finasteride, oral minox, dermawounding, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and ketacozonole for hair loss. Improvement was temporary, now trying RU58841 and seeking help.

      community Approximately 1 month on oral dut+ oral min

      in Progress Pictures  103 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures after one month on oral dutasteride and minoxidil, noting some improvement despite initial shedding. They previously used finasteride for a year without noticeable change and emphasized the importance of photo comparisons.

      community Hair Loss & Lipids: Why you have sebderm, folliculitis, LPP, inflammation, etc...

      in Research/Science  132 upvotes 1 year ago
      Excess sebum rich in cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to hair loss through inflammation, with treatments like Ciclopirox shampoo, Benzoyl Peroxide shampoo, and Clindamycin gel recommended for managing conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis. Pioglitazone is suggested for Lichen Planopilaris, while Omega-3s and reducing processed foods may improve sebum quality, though genetic factors play a significant role.

      community Pyrilutamide cease and desist from Kintor

      in Transplants  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      Considering a hair transplant, using Pyrilutamide, the potential availability of CosmeRNA, and the significance of taking Minoxidil and Finasteride for long-term results.

      community 1+ year Nuclear Stack on 19M, AMA!

      in Update  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old is using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermastamping to address hair loss and enhance facial hair growth, experiencing minimal side effects and increased body hair. They report positive results in hairline thickness and temple closure.

      community Just got my bloodwork done, should I worry?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about potential side effects, specifically gynecomastia, from taking 1mg of finasteride every other day for hair loss. Bloodwork results were shared, but more information was requested to provide advice.

      community Switched to dut about a month ago

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user switched to dutasteride and saw palmetto, along with a topical mix of minoxidil and finasteride, due to continued hair shedding. They hope for improvement despite concerns about saw palmetto's effectiveness.