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      community Should i start meds or see another dermatologist?

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user is experiencing unexpected hair thinning and is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil after a dermatologist's brief assessment. They are hesitant and seeking opinions, with some users suggesting finasteride alone might be sufficient for mild hair loss.

      community Bad experience at Dermatologist

      in Update  42 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hair transplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date treatments.

      community Serum containing minoxidil and bimatoprost analogs

      in Product 1 year ago
      A user discusses using a serum called Dallixa, containing minoxidil-like and bimatoprost-like compounds, for hair loss and greying. The user's dermatologist advised against finasteride and suggested the serum might improve hair pigmentation.

      community Has anyone experienced this? Loss of density with DUT. please help

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride led to hair density loss, prompting consideration of returning to finasteride. Consistency with dutasteride and adding RU58841 did not prevent the loss, and users suggest giving dutasteride more time or consulting a dermatologist.

      community 46 Days Results: Oral Fin + Oral Min + Ketoconazole Shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 46-day progress using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, noting significant improvement and no major side effects. They advised ensuring dermatologists understand diffuse thinning and expressed disappointment with their initial dermatologist's recommendations.

      community Terminal hairs growing in, but derm still says I’m going to go bald in the years to come??

      in Chat  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitamin D experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.

      community Telogen Effuvium from crash diet recovery help.

       1 upvotes 9 years ago
      A person experienced hair loss due to a crash diet and is now seeking advice on recovery, including dietary changes and potential treatments like biotin and pumpkin seed oil. They are concerned about nutrient deficiencies and considering a dermatologist visit for further guidance.
      What hair loss pattern is this?

      community What hair loss pattern is this?

      in General  157 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user noticed small circular hairless spots after a buzz cut and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They are experiencing continuous shedding and thinning, and it is suggested they consult a dermatologist for a scalp examination and possible biopsy to determine if it's alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia.

      community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

      in Treatment  40 upvotes 6 years ago
      Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

      community VDPHL01 works really quickly .. apparently?

      in Research/Science  49 upvotes 1 month ago
      VDPHL01 shows faster and stronger hair growth compared to standard minoxidil, with no major side effects reported. Users discuss combining it with other treatments like dutasteride and finasteride for better results, while expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of PP405.

      community 17M biotin and minoxidil hair regrowth progress

      in Progress Pictures  83 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user's hair regrowth journey using biotin and minoxidil after initial treatments with Nizoral shampoo and Ketoconazole serum didn't work. The comments suggest the hair loss might not be male pattern baldness (MPB), but possibly Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune disorder, and recommend getting a second opinion and considering other treatments like corticosteroids.

      community 31M. Just diagnosed with androgenic alopecia. Fears of min.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 31-year-old man with androgenic alopecia is considering treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo but is worried about finasteride's side effects. Users recommend starting with finasteride or dutasteride for DHT blocking, suggesting topical solutions to reduce side effects.

      community 2 years of recovering & growing my hair

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 2-year hair recovery journey using minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, iron, zinc, selenium, cyproterone, and estrogen. They started losing hair at 15 and are now 24.

      community How do people afford finasteride/dutasteride?

      in Treatment  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      People discuss the high cost of brand name finasteride and dutasteride, suggesting generics as cheaper alternatives. They share prices from various regions, highlighting significant cost differences.
      Do i hop on finasteride and minoxidil?

      community Do i hop on finasteride and minoxidil?

      in General  71 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss and considering using finasteride and minoxidil after a doctor suggested a steroid for a dry scalp. They are worried the steroid won't prevent further hair loss.

      community GT20029 China Phase II Trial For AGA Reached Primary Endpoint

      in Research/Science  135 upvotes 2 years ago
      The GT20029 tincture, a topical androgen receptor degrader, showed significant hair growth and good safety in a China Phase II trial for male androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with the 1% dose twice weekly identified as optimal. The company plans to initiate Phase III trials in China and Phase II in the U.S., and the treatment also shows promise for acne.
      24M: Lack of Progress After 4 Years on Fin/Min/Keto and Recent Shed

      community 24M: Lack of Progress After 4 Years on Fin/Min/Keto and Recent Shed

      in General  132 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 24-year-old experienced hair regrowth with finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole but saw a significant shed after four years despite continued treatment and healthy habits. They stopped minoxidil after shaving their head, noticed dandruff disappeared, and are seeking advice for potential regrowth.

      community New regimen started after 4 years of little progress

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is trying a new hair loss regimen including Spirolactone, Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements. They are experiencing increased shedding and seeking advice on microneedling and treatment effectiveness.
      My 12 month Korea Hair Transplant Progress Update

      community My 12 month Korea Hair Transplant Progress Update

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  118 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user shared their positive experience with a hair transplant in South Korea, highlighting thorough consultations, consistent medical team involvement, and reasonable pricing. They noted good growth and natural-looking results after several months, with stem cell PRP treatment included to support graft survival.

      community Post op day 1, My 10 year journey and thoughts about hair loss, advice

      in Transplants  6 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user shared their 10-year hair loss journey, discussing treatments like oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, and LLLT, and ultimately deciding on a hair transplant. They also explored the possibility of having alopecia areata incognita and advised seeking multiple opinions before surgery.