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      I’ve been on Topical Min+Fin for over a year, should I hop on Oral?

      community I’ve been on Topical Min+Fin for over a year, should I hop on Oral?

      in Basic Questions  56 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 19-year-old male is considering switching from topical to oral Minoxidil and finasteride due to unsatisfactory results but is concerned about potential side effects. It is suggested to start with low doses of oral versions to test tolerance, as they may be more effective but carry higher risks.

      community Can topical Minoxidil use backfire if you’re a non-responder?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride successfully to stop hair shedding and is considering using topical minoxidil for regrowth but is concerned about being a non-responder and potential negative effects. They are cautious about using oral minoxidil due to past heart issues and are exploring other methods like tretinoin cream and dermarolling, though they worry about possible skin damage.

      community About a year on 0.25mg fin daily

      in Progress Pictures  86 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using 0.25mg finasteride daily for about a year and is considering adding oral minoxidil but is concerned about potential side effects. Most responses suggest sticking with finasteride, possibly increasing the dose, and avoiding oral minoxidil due to its side effects, with some recommending topical minoxidil instead.
      Help: Digital Perm while Thinning Hairline

      community Help: Digital Perm while Thinning Hairline

      in Basic Questions  142 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 20-year-old male experiencing hair loss is using finasteride for 8 months and is considering a digital perm but is concerned about potential hair damage, especially at the thinning hairline. Advice given includes continuing finasteride, using gentle hair products, and possibly trying topical minoxidil or CBD cream for scalp care.

      community How to deal with mpb stress at an young age, Please help

      in Chat  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 17-year-old is stressed about mild male pattern baldness and is considering treatments like minoxidil and finasteride but is concerned about starting finasteride too young. Users suggest starting with minoxidil and considering finasteride at 18, while emphasizing the importance of consulting a doctor and not obsessing over hair loss.

      community 22M High Estrogen after blood test

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.

      community Switching from topical min to oral min. Is it the right choice?

      in General  97 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is considering switching from topical minoxidil to a combined oral treatment of finasteride and minoxidil for better consistency but is concerned about potential side effects like shedding, dizziness, and swelling. Another user advises that oral minoxidil should only be used under medical supervision with regular health checks and suggests using reputable brands like Pfizer's Loniten.

      community Starting fin/min before big event

      in General  60 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 29-year-old male with diffuse thinning plans to start minoxidil and finasteride soon but is concerned about potential shedding before a big event in late April/early May. He is considering whether to start treatment now or wait until after the event.

      community Should I switch fin dose from 2,5mg to 1,25?

      in General  36 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is considering reducing their finasteride dose from 2.5mg to 1.25mg to make the supply last longer and is concerned about potential changes in results. They have been using the 2.5mg dose for four months.
      20M with Crown Thinning: Minoxidil/Finasteride Shedding Concerns

      community 20M with Crown Thinning: Minoxidil/Finasteride Shedding Concerns

      in General  110 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing crown thinning is using a topical minoxidil/finasteride treatment and is concerned about shedding. Shedding is common and temporary, lasting weeks to months, and it's advised to continue the treatment as results can take up to a year.

      community 25M: Dutasteride Prescribed at Clinic for Early Balding, Is It Overkill?

      in Treatments  128 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 25-year-old man was prescribed dutasteride for early genetic balding, but he is concerned about its cost and potential side effects compared to the more common and cheaper finasteride. He is unsure if starting with dutasteride is necessary or if he was scammed, and seeks advice on whether to switch to finasteride.

      community Does drinking topical minoxidil increase cancer risk?

      in Minoxidil 11 months ago
      A user has been using sublingual minoxidil for hair loss due to difficulty obtaining pills and is concerned about cancer risk from ethanol exposure. Other users advise against this method, suggesting topical application instead, and debate the potential risks of ingesting topical minoxidil.
      DUT 0.5mg I need help from the experienced please!

      community DUT 0.5mg I need help from the experienced please!

      in General  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering starting dutasteride (DUT) 0.5mg for hair loss due to lack of access to finasteride and is concerned about potential side effects. They seek guidance on whether to begin this treatment.
      On Creatine and Minoxodil for 1 week, quick shedding or progressing MPB

      community On Creatine and Minoxodil for 1 week, quick shedding or progressing MPB

      in General  145 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old man is experiencing hair shedding after starting Minoxidil and Creatine, and is concerned about accelerated hair loss. A user suggests that Creatine does not increase DHT levels and recommends considering oral Dutasteride, low-dose oral Minoxidil, and Ciclopirox Shampoo, advising consultation with a doctor.

      community Running out of finasteride

      in General  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user completed their first month using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil without issues but is concerned about a 2-3 day gap in their finasteride supply affecting progress. They are also seeking advice on obtaining a multi-month supply.