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      community Help! Gyne after 20 years of taking Dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  39 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 43-year-old experienced gynecomastia after 20 years of taking dutasteride and 7.5mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions include consulting an endocrinologist, checking hormones, and considering Nolvadex or DIM supplements.
      Worth starting treatment at this point?

      community Worth starting treatment at this point?

      in General  147 upvotes 6 months ago
      The individual is considering starting hair loss treatment with dutasteride, prescribed by a dermatologist, due to concerns about finasteride side effects. They are also interested in the potential benefits of reducing DHT and are contemplating whether to maintain a shaved head or pursue treatment.

      community How much do we know about PTD-DBM?

      in Question  6 upvotes 7 years ago
      PTD-DBM is a Korean-developed treatment for hair loss, with limited information available and some users testing it personally. A user purchased PTD-DBM for $115 and plans to test it on their temples, but its effectiveness and authenticity remain uncertain.

      community [progress] Finasteride 42 MONTHS update

      in Update  67 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user's 42 month experience using finasteride for hair loss, their opinion on minoxidil use and the potential of pyrilutamide and another Chinese drug as treatments.

      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.

      community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experiences severe side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, including low libido and anxiety, and is currently using oral minoxidil despite shortness of breath. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss, having tried pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841 with no success, and are considering future treatments or a hair transplant.

      community Dutasteride is a Miracle Drug.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  250 upvotes 8 months ago
      Dutasteride is praised for improving skin and hair regrowth, with fewer side effects than finasteride. Users report mixed results on shedding and regrowth, with some experiencing enhanced libido and skin quality.

      community Pyrilutamide ,the molecule’s true nature

      in Research  302 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is a selective AR antagonist with a high binding affinity, making it effective in competing with DHT for androgen receptors. The 1% concentration is more effective than the 0.5%, but the latter may suffice for mild hair loss; the drug is considered a good option for those avoiding 5AR blockers due to side effects.

      community Dutasteride has been nuking me

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  156 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after 9 months of using 0.5mg dutasteride and oral minoxidil, possibly due to alopecia areata. It is advised to consult a doctor for accurate diagnosis and treatment, as dutasteride and finasteride may not be effective.

      community Is the clinic diagnosis legit to you ?

      in Transplants  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The clinic diagnosed the user with NW3 and AGA, noting thinning hair despite using finasteride for 3 years, and suggested PRP and Mesotherapy before considering a transplant. The user questions the necessity of these treatments without confirming retrograde alopecia and its treatability.

      community Vertoporfin research update by Dr Bloxham

      in Research/Science  71 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of verteporfin in treating hair loss, with some users reporting positive results and speculating that it could lead to a cure for baldness. Others are skeptical, and there's a debate on the effectiveness of verteporfin for regrowing hair and reducing transplant scars.

      community BREEZULA COVID UPDATE: Filing for Special Protocol Assessment with FDA

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses the progress of Clascoterone (Breezula) for hair loss treatment, noting that COVID-19 delayed female trials by three months but Phase III trials for males are proceeding with a Special Protocol Assessment filed with the FDA. Users express hope for Breezula as an alternative to existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, despite concerns about its potential high cost.

      community I’m joining the dutasteride master race.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user plans to switch from finasteride to dutasteride for better hair loss treatment, citing dutasteride's higher DHT suppression. Others share mixed experiences, discussing transition methods, shedding, and potential side effects.

      community Dutasteride shedding starts at month 4?

      in Treatments  66 upvotes 10 months ago
      Dutasteride can cause hair shedding, which may start around the fourth month of treatment. The user is concerned about whether this shedding is due to the medication or the progression of hair loss.

      community Dutasteride results after 1 year and a few months

      in Progress Pictures  111 upvotes 6 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride led to significant hair regrowth and thickening for the user, who also uses ketoconazole shampoo. The user experienced increased libido and encourages others not to be discouraged by negative opinions about dutasteride.

      community 13 month dutasteride update. Still improving.

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, also using topical minoxidil, micro needling, keto shampoo, and PRP sessions. They've seen improvements, with reduced hair shedding and new hair growth, especially at the hairline.

      community 7 months using Dutasteride Horror, before and after

      in Minoxidil  51 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after starting dutasteride, despite improved libido and gym performance. They previously used finasteride but stopped due to side effects and are considering combining treatments or a hair transplant.

      community Dutasteride Mesotherapy worth it?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      Dutasteride mesotherapy is being considered for hair regrowth, with one user reporting significant success when combined with oral dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, and vitamins. Another user suggests using topical finasteride and oral dutasteride instead, as mesotherapy results are inconclusive.