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community I don’t get debate posts here when it comes to fin, min, and dut

in Satire 15 upvotes 5 months ago

Different hair loss treatments work for different people, with finasteride and dutasteride generally considered more effective than minoxidil. Combining treatments often yields better results, but individual experiences and side effects vary.

community One year on finasteride has reversed some aging

in Chat 198 upvotes 6 months ago

Finasteride and minoxidil use resulted in a more youthful appearance and improved skin. There is debate about their effects on collagen and skin aging, with no solid evidence supporting significant changes due to finasteride.

community The mechanism of androgenic alopecia

in Research/Science 35 upvotes 6 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 M20 on Fin+Min for 1 Year – Crown Still Thin, Should I Add Dut/Oral Min?

in Progress Pictures 26 upvotes 6 months ago

A 20-year-old has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for a year but is considering adding oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and biotin due to unsatisfactory results. Opinions vary, with some suggesting patience and others recommending different treatments, but caution is advised against using multiple oral drugs due to potential side effects.

community You may not have the enzyme for topical minoxidil to work - a rarely talked about impact

in Minoxidil 99 upvotes 6 months ago

Some people may not respond to topical minoxidil due to low SULT1A1 enzyme activity, but oral minoxidil can be effective. Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness, and some users prefer oral minoxidil despite side effects.

community Minoxidil aint shit, genetics are dumb, i dont want to be bald

in Minoxidil 217 upvotes 6 months ago

Minoxidil alone is not effective for significant hair regrowth; combining it with finasteride or dutasteride is necessary. Additional treatments like hair transplants, microneedling, or oral medications are recommended for better results.

community I messed up. Regrew my hair and then lost it all.

in Update 495 upvotes 7 months ago

Stopping hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil can result in losing regrown hair, highlighting the importance of consistent use. Restarting these treatments may cause temporary shedding, but hair can regrow with continued use.

community 7 month finasteride update 21M

in Update 171 upvotes 7 months ago

A 21-year-old shared a 7-month update on using 1mg finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, reporting positive results with no side effects except watery semen. The user initially stopped minoxidil due to inconvenience but resumed it after shedding, and is satisfied with the progress despite some thinning at the crown.

community Yes, your hair CAN get worse on dutasteride and fin DOES work better for some (With pictures over 1.5 years)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 217 upvotes 8 months ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can worsen hairlines for some, as experienced by the original poster. Finasteride worked better for them, and they suggest returning to it if dutasteride causes hair loss.

community Use minoxidil & finasteride. It works.

in Minoxidil 555 upvotes 8 months ago

Minoxidil and finasteride effectively improve hairlines and reduce balding, though some users report side effects like reduced libido. Consistent use over 1-2 years leads to significant hair regrowth, with some users also using skincare and biotin for added benefits.

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