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960-990 / 1000+ resultscommunity Switching from Topical to Oral Fin After 6 Months: Concerns About Side Effects
The user is considering switching from topical finasteride to oral finasteride and is seeking advice on whether to transition directly or use both forms temporarily. They express concern about potential side effects.
community Almost 7 months on Dut + Oral min + Keto & Dermarroller and hair is looking worse than ever
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermarolling. They are advised to reduce dermarolling frequency and depth to avoid damaging hair follicles.
community blood DHT levels shot up after doubling dutasteride dosage
A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hair loss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.
community Completely obliterated my diffuse thinning without Finasteride w/ pictures
The user improved diffuse thinning without finasteride by using minoxidil foam, cold showers, gentle hair drying, 2% ketoconazole, sulfate-free tea tree oil shampoo, dermastamping, and supplements like Omega-3, Vitamin-D, Biotin, Keratin, Collagen, B3, Zinc, and Magnesium. The regimen was followed for about six months under dermatologist guidance.
community Overall thickening but hairline getting worse at 5 months - thoughts/experiences
The user is experiencing hair thickening with oral minoxidil but notices worsening hairline and considers starting finasteride despite concerns about gynecomastia. They are also considering using Latisse on their hairline and seek advice on potential outcomes and experiences with these treatments.
community Under-eye wrinkle appeared after 4 weeks of oral minoxidil use, along with significant dark circles and under-eye puffiness.
The user's experience with oral minoxidil, which resulted in under-eye wrinkles; other users sharing their experiences and advice regarding hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and collagen supplementation.
community When people say shedding, what do they exactly mean
Shedding after a break from minoxidil or RU58841 means hair falls out or becomes thinner and weaker quickly before falling. The discussion clarifies the nature of hair shedding with these treatments.
community Hair getting destroyed 6 months into 0.5 mg Dut
community Does microneedling cause hair to break or fall off?
Microneedling can potentially damage hair if not done carefully, with suggestions to press instead of roll and to use a pen. It's recommended to microneedle once a week at 1.5mm and wait 24 hours before applying Minoxidil to avoid unwanted absorption.
community MPB since 16. 31 now, recovering from PFS, and getting back in the game.
User experienced hair loss since 16, used Fin, Minox, and Nizoral with success but stopped due to side effects. Now using Pur D'or shampoo, Rogaine foam, scalp massages, volumizing spray, and dermarolling for hair maintenance.
community Think I’m finally seeing growth after 4 months on a routine
A 31-year-old user shared progress pictures after 4 months on a hair loss routine. The routine includes microneedling twice a month, Hims Min/fin topical, and a collagen peptide supplement.
community 5 months progress on Dut/Min/Needling
community Is it normal to lose body hair on finasteride?
Finasteride can cause body hair loss, which is normal. It may also be due to disease or nutrient deficiencies.
community Day 1 of Combating Diffuse Thinning
A user noticed worsening hair thinning and started using rosemary oil, jojoba oil, a 1.5mm dermastamp, 1% ketoconazole shampoo, scalp massages, and vitamin D tablets. They may switch to Minoxidil and Finasteride if needed.
community 2,5-3 months progress. I might be a hyper responder?
The user is experiencing reduced hair shedding and increased hair density after using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, granactive retinoid, and Nizoral, while also taking testosterone and aromatase inhibitors. They question if they are a hyper responder to the treatments, despite mixed feedback from others about visible progress.
community 4.5 months on 1mg fin/6%min/2.5mg biotin hybrid progress
A 25-year-old male experienced hair regrowth after 4.5 months using a chewable treatment with 1mg finasteride, 6% minoxidil, and 2.5mg biotin, despite initial shedding and acne from accutane. Opinions on progress vary, with some noticing thicker hair and others seeing no difference or thinning.
community 1 year of finasteride.but from past month i am noticing my hair density is decreasing. I think it’s seasonal shed or 😭
User experienced hair density decrease after 1 year of finasteride. Others shared similar experiences, suggesting it could be a temporary shed and discussed various treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller, and ketoconazole.
community Could Eating disorders induce secondary effects on finasteride?
A user experienced a loss of libido and anhedonia after severe dietary restriction while on Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering reducing the Finasteride dose or taking a break to see if symptoms improve.
community fin 0.5 mg everday 6 months update
The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hair thinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.
community Feeling pretty hopeless... Dry skin and eczema causing my alopecia.
The user has been using dutasteride, lymecycline, betamethasone, and minoxidil for hair loss but struggles with eczema and dry skin. They feel hopeless as no treatments or moisturizers have helped, and they are concerned about their appearance due to their soft facial features.
community Deoxyribose DIY topical. Wish me luck boys
The conversation is about using DIY deoxyribose topical and botox injections for hair loss. The user is experimenting with these treatments and believes the science is strong.
community Is anyone else experiencing hyper-trichosis' from oral Castor Oil?
The conversation is about experiencing hyper-trichosis from taking oral Castor Oil. The user reports increased hair growth on the stomach and legs but is not concerned as it is harmless and will stop when the treatment stops.
community 5 month progress on Locklabs oral tablet
The user experienced significant hair regrowth over five months using Locklabs oral tablets, with no side effects and only a minor shed. They dye their hair black to cover natural blonde, which may affect perceived hair density.
community 19 | 4-5 months Fin & Min update
A user who has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 4-5 months with 5000 IU of vitamin D daily to treat their hair loss, resulting in impressive progress. Other users have given advice about adding Vitamin K2 to the regimen.
community Today I’m finally starting oral microneedling. About to take my first capsule, so excited!
The conversation humorously discusses starting oral microneedling for hair loss, with mentions of side effects like internal bleeding and abdominal pain. It also references using treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with exaggerated and satirical comments on their effects.
community 35 yo. 5 months progress. Daily 5mg Oral Dutasteride + 2.5 mg Oral Minoxidil + 5mg Oral Biotin
A 35-year-old experienced slow but noticeable hair density improvement over 5 months using 0.5 mg oral dutasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, and 5 mg oral biotin daily. Initial shedding and acne were side effects, but overall satisfaction was reported.
community CoQ10 and Fish Oil body hair growth
Taking CoQ10 and fish oil supplements may lead to increased body hair growth and a crawling sensation on the scalp and skin. The user suspects these supplements could be linked to hair growth, possibly due to their effects on heart health and cholesterol management.
community Male 17 - Thinning hair and crown
community Fin, min, Biotin, and vitamin D for the last three months.
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitamin D over three months, with visible results. One person asks about the daily dosage of vitamin D and biotin.