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      community 42 male - 8 months (Is this the biological limit?)

      in Progress Pictures  61 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 42-year-old male has reached a plateau in hair regrowth after 8 months using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, a dermaroller, and Ketoconazole. Suggestions include continuing treatment, considering a hair transplant, and improving nutrition.

      community Male baldness - tried everything - emotionally tired....

      in Chat  36 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 30-year-old man is frustrated with hair loss despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and PRP. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant.

      community Finasteride after 6 months of use. Progress(?) pictures

      in Progress Pictures  64 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 27-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia has been using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling for over six months to stabilize hair loss and prepare for a potential hair transplant. While some users suggest switching to dutasteride and increasing minoxidil usage, others note minimal progress, with some hair stabilization but concerns about thinning at the crown.

      community Using minoxidil for 6 months. Not seeing results

      in Minoxidil  111 upvotes 2 months ago
      Minoxidil alone is not effective for hair regrowth; adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride is recommended. Dermastamping and micro-needling can enhance results, and some users suggest trying oral minoxidil or natural DHT blockers.

      community Dermatologist won't prescribe oral finasteride without first trying topical and having blood and sperm tests done

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user is frustrated that their dermatologist requires blood and sperm tests before prescribing oral finasteride, despite already taking oral minoxidil. They prefer oral medication over topical treatments due to sensory issues and are considering asking their GP for a finasteride prescription or seeking alternatives online.

      community Please help! Continuously thinning while on Fin 1 mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing continued hair thinning despite taking Finasteride 1 mg daily for over a year and is hesitant to try Minoxidil due to potential side effects and inconsistency. Suggestions include trying topical Minoxidil once a day, considering oral Minoxidil, and possibly getting a skin biopsy to determine the type of hair loss.

      community It's over- 8 months in & I've got 0 progress from Dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  37 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user tried Dutasteride, Finasteride, and Minoxidil for hair loss but saw no improvement after nearly two years, feeling frustrated and considering giving up. Other users suggested trying different dosages, oral Minoxidil, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant, while some noted that stabilization without regrowth is common.

      community Is this the nuclear stack? Wanna go from NW3 to NW1 at the age of 23

      in Treatment  18 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user is considering an extensive hair loss treatment regimen including oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, tretinoin, microneedling, keto shampoo, laser comb, and PRP injections. Suggestions include simplifying the routine, possibly increasing minoxidil dosage, and considering alternatives like RU58841, while cautioning against using estrogen due to potential side effects.

      community Hair loss over a year following depression and taking antidepressants

      in Side effects?  197 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant side effects.

      community Steps before starting medication

      in Treatments  336 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 31-year-old man, between Norwood 4 and 5, is considering hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil but is concerned about side effects. He is exploring options with doctors and considering a hair transplant, noting that some clinics require medication before and after the procedure.

      community I’m considering stopping finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  157 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is considering stopping finasteride due to depression, anxiety, and difficulty building muscle, despite its effectiveness in stopping hair loss. Suggestions include reducing the dose, switching to topical solutions, or consulting a doctor for alternatives like dutasteride or RU58841.

      community 3,5 months of only topical minoxidil

      in Minoxidil  782 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 24-year-old reported new hair growth on temples after 3.5 months of using topical minoxidil without shedding. They plan to add finasteride to maintain progress, as minoxidil alone may not be enough long-term.

      community Oral minoxidil timeframe (any late responders)

      in Minoxidil  34 upvotes 4 months ago
      Oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are being used to treat hair loss, but results are limited, leading to consideration of a hair transplant. The user plans to continue medication for another year before deciding on further action.

      community Hair loss research is a money grab

      in Chat  226 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.

      community Why don’t more people use hair fibers?

      in Product  527 upvotes 6 months ago
      Hair fibers can effectively cover thinning hair when used with minoxidil and hairspray but require daily application and can be inconvenient in certain conditions. Some users prefer treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, microneedling, or wigs due to the maintenance and limitations of hair fibers.

      community I cannot even tolerate Nutrafol

      in Product  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from finasteride and Nutrafol, opting for non-hormonal treatments like minoxidil, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle. Others discussed using Dutasteride, Biotin, and minoxidil with varying success and side effects.

      community The mechanism of androgenic alopecia

      in Research/Science  34 upvotes 7 months ago
      DHT may inhibit hair growth by affecting mitochondrial function, leading to hair follicle miniaturization. Treatments like minoxidil and PP405 may promote hair growth by altering metabolic pathways, potentially counteracting DHT's effects.

      community My dermatologist won’t prescribe me Fin

      in Treatment  79 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 23-year-old Italian man in Switzerland is experiencing hair loss and cannot get a prescription for Finasteride, only Minoxidil. He seeks advice on obtaining Finasteride through online pharmacies or by consulting different doctors.