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      community Results from oral treatment vs topical

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses switching from oral to topical treatments for hair loss, specifically using a mix of retinoic acid, finasteride, and minoxidil, after oral treatments like dutasteride and finasteride were ineffective. The user is concerned about the cost and potential impact of dandruff on the absorption of topical treatments.

      community My progress from January 1 to now

      in Is this regrowth?  30 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth after starting a treatment regimen on New Year's, which includes oral finasteride, a mix of topical minoxidil with other solutions to reduce irritation, multivitamins, omega-3, vitamin D, anti-dandruff shampoo, and rosemary oil. The user noted significant progress despite initial shedding.

      community My story (31 years old - male)

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male experienced hair thinning and initially used topical minoxidil, then switched to finasteride, which caused significant shedding. He later adopted a regimen of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and anti-dandruff shampoo, leading to positive hair growth results, though he noted increased body hair as a side effect of oral minoxidil.

      community Questions about a year of hairloss

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 38-year-old man experiencing rapid hair loss plans to try minoxidil and a derma roller, and may consider finasteride if there's no improvement in six months. He seeks advice on genetic hair loss, baseline baldness, dandruff shampoo, and alternative treatments like tea tree oil and rosemary oil.

      community 1 year of min+fin+ketoconazole

      in Progress Pictures  1054 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using minoxidil daily, finasteride three times a week, and ketoconazole 1-3 times a week for a year to treat hair loss, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth at the hairline and temples, with minor side effects like itching and dandruff. They started with minoxidil a month before the other treatments and experienced an initial shedding phase for about six weeks.

      community Fin for 1 year+ no results, non-responder?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been on finasteride for over a year with minimal hair regrowth and is considering stopping it, despite no side effects. They are also planning a hair transplant and seeking additional hair growth treatments, while managing high testosterone and scalp issues like dandruff and oiliness.

      community 1 month and 1 week update, Topical Min and Fin, Nizoral and Microneedling

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  135 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who started using minoxidil and finasteride topically, micro needling weekly, Nizoral twice per week, and switched to sulfate free shampoo and conditioner. The user reported that after 1 month and 1 week of this routine they noticed their hair was thicker and healthier, with less shedding and no more dandruff or itching during workouts.

      community Starting Pyrilutamide BID. First dose was yesterday. Diffuse thinning. I will put my full regimen below.

      in Research/Science  90 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's regimen to help with their diffuse thinning, which includes taking Pyrilutamide BID, 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil since August 2021, LLLT every two days, topical fin, progesterone, melatonin, minoxidil (started one week ago), pumpkin seed oil and not dermarolling; other commenters suggested Nizoral for dandruff control and caution when using pre-mixed products with Pyrilutamide.

      community What’s the deal with pyrilutamide?

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 3 years ago
      The effectiveness of pyrilutamide, a hair loss treatment, with research results being postponed until September. Various people shared their experiences with topical finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841, as well as other treatments such as dandruff shampoo, group buys and grey markets.

      community Pointless to use ketoconazol 1%

      in Ketoconazole  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the ineffectiveness of 1% ketoconazole for hair loss, with the user stating that studies support the 2% version and even that has minimal results. The user also mentions using minoxidil, which dries out their scalp, and ketoconazole worsens it.

      community Dry scalp from using Nizoral shampoo

      in Ketoconazole  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about dealing with dry scalp caused by using Nizoral shampoo. Suggestions include using medicated scalp solutions, drinking more water, trying different shampoos and conditioners, and using oils like coconut or olive oil.

      community Results of topical minoxidil 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil but faced issues with gynecomastia when using oral minoxidil and finasteride. They plan to have surgery for gynecomastia and consider using finasteride again, while questioning if minoxidil alone can maintain hair growth.

      community Dry flakes from topical fin use

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing white flakes and a greasy look from using a topical solution containing 0.025% finasteride, 8% minoxidil, 0.01% retinoic acid, and 1% hydrocortisone. Suggestions include reducing application frequency, using a brush to clean the scalp, and considering alcohol-free alternatives.

      community Topical min and dermarolling with seborrheic dermatitis

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 days ago
      The user is managing hair loss with oral finasteride, recently switching to dutasteride, and topical minoxidil, but faces challenges due to seborrheic dermatitis. They seek advice on effective regrowth methods that don't worsen their condition, with suggestions including various shampoos like Vichy Dercos and ketoconazole.

      community Should I get on oral minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses hair shedding after stopping topical minoxidil and considers switching to oral minoxidil as a treatment. Users share experiences with oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and the potential benefits of combining treatments to manage hair loss.

      community Are there actual risks with oral minoxidil? How can they be mitigated

      in Minoxidil  20 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause side effects like heart issues, increased body hair, and facial puffiness, but these are often dose-dependent and temporary. Users report varying experiences, with some combining it with finasteride or RU58841 for better results, while others experience minimal or no side effects.

      community Nizoral ketaconazole any good for dht reduction

      in Ketoconazole  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 17-year-old is looking for alternatives to finasteride for DHT control to preserve hair, considering ketoconazole shampoo for its potential to inhibit 5AR and also thinking about using caffeine-containing shampoos like alpecin or watermans.

      community 3 month progress dut

      in Progress  309 upvotes 6 years ago
      User experienced rapid thinning on crown, used dutasteride for 3 months with significant improvement. Microneedling and ketoconazole were also used, but no minoxidil or finasteride.

      community "DHT Itch" and onset Seborrheic Dermatitis

      in Research/Science  76 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation discuss the link between DHT (a hormone), scalp itchiness, and hair loss. Some users share their experiences and treatments, including the use of fluconazole, corticosteroids, and ketoconazole shampoo, with one user suspecting minoxidil as a potential cause of their symptoms.

      community I solved my scalp inflammation

      in Treatment  30 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user solved their 15-year scalp inflammation and related hair loss using Selenium Sulfide shampoo (Selsun Blue), noticing improvement after the first use and resolution after three uses. Others found relief with Ketoconazole shampoo, which also helps with hair loss.

      community What’s the most effective way to beat Serb Derm?

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP struggles with scalp flakes causing hair loss and has tried Selsun Blue, Ketoconazole, and ZPT Shampoo without success. Suggestions include using salicylic acid shampoo, shaving the head, using Nizoral, and combining treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community 1y progress. 1.25 fin + topical min

      in Progress Pictures  80 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user experienced hair improvement over a year using finasteride, topical minoxidil, tretinoin, ketoconazole, and microneedling. The hair density and hairline have strengthened with this routine.