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      community 14 months update on Dut, maybe time to switch back to Fin? (with pics)

      in Update  43 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment, with some users suggesting adding oral minoxidil for further improvement. The original poster is considering a hair transplant and is concerned about perceived thinning, despite others noting improvement or stability with dutasteride.

      community Huge shed on finasteride progress pictures.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair shedding after switching from minoxidil to oral finasteride for hair loss treatment. Despite being healthy and using finasteride for nearly 100 days, he noticed increased shedding and is seeking support and success stories from others.

      community Crown recovery - almost fully back. November 2024 to now

      in Progress Pictures  1197 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old shared their crown hair recovery using a daily liposomal topical solution of finasteride and minoxidil, low-level light therapy, and specific vitamins, noting significant improvement without side effects. They experienced issues with oral finasteride previously but not with the topical treatment.

      community Fresh off the press: Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility

      in Research/Science  643 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility by reducing semen volume and motility, with concerns about irreversible prostate fibrosis. Users consider switching to finasteride or using treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, weighing hair preservation against fertility.

      community Hypertrichosis goals (yes, yes R2M)

      in General  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user aims to achieve a hypertrichosis look and has used topical Minoxidil for 20 years, now trying oral Minoxidil in a low dose. They seek alternatives to Minoxidil to avoid side effects.

      community Could Finasteride theoretically induce chronic telogen effluvium?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced continuous hair shedding for 13 months after starting finasteride, suspecting it might cause chronic telogen effluvium, and considered switching to dutasteride or stopping medication. Other users suggested that finasteride doesn't cause hair loss, recommending dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss, while some advised against stopping medication.

      community 1 year progress on min and fin

      in Progress Pictures  284 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared their one-year progress using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride, reporting good results with some shedding phases. They experienced no side effects and noted improved hair density, especially in the frontal area.

      community Unpopular Opinion: hair cloning kind of sucks as a potential future cure.

      in Technology  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair cloning is seen as a distant and potentially less relevant solution for hair loss due to its high cost, invasiveness, and the advancement of other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Many believe that by the time hair cloning becomes viable, other less invasive and more effective treatments will be available.

      community Topical fin/min + microneedling 3 month results

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using topical finasteride and minoxidil combined with microneedling, along with supplements like collagen, vitamin C/D, and saw palmetto. The user also mentions using a DHT-blocking shampoo and experimenting with cold showers and contrast therapy for hair health.

      community 108 days of dutasteride 0,5 mg daily use 25M

      in Progress Pictures  828 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced positive hair regrowth after 108 days of using 0.5 mg daily Dutasteride and Alpecin caffeine shampoo, without Minoxidil. The discussion included advice on dosage, potential side effects, and comparisons with Finasteride and Minoxidil.

      community 5 months topical spiro + minox + micro

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old male uses topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and microneedling for hair loss, with spironolactone prescribed based on a DNA test indicating poor response to finasteride and dutasteride. Despite concerns about the test's validity and spironolactone's side effects, he reports stable or improved hair condition and no low testosterone symptoms.

      community 3 month progress on fin min, progress??

      in Progress Pictures  34 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is three months into using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for hair loss, noticing slight improvement in hair density. They plan to continue treatment and expect more visible results between 6 to 9 months, with the goal of stabilizing hair loss and possibly achieving some regrowth.

      community 4 months!! We making progress!!

      in Progress Pictures  505 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil, and Biotin gummies, after switching from Finasteride due to insomnia. They highlighted the importance of brushing the scalp for blood flow and reported significant progress in four months without side effects.

      community 10 months fin 1mg - not much if any progress :/

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 10 months with no significant regrowth but no further hair loss and is considering adding oral minoxidil despite concerns about side effects. Other users suggest combining finasteride with minoxidil for better results, as finasteride prevents further hair loss while minoxidil aids regrowth.

      community I know it get worse before it gets better but

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, topical finasteride, derma stamping, and keto shampoo, with some users suggesting switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride for better results. Users share experiences of initial shedding and regrowth, debating the effectiveness of topical versus oral treatments.

      community Has my Ru58841 attained degradation?

      in Research/Science 1 year ago
      RU58841 may still be potent after being left unopened for four months if protected from light and air. A user reported hair improvement using RU58841 with minoxidil, without major shedding, over 2.5 years.