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      community Gains or growth? Three months in

      in Is this regrowth?  146 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using topical minoxidil twice daily for hair regrowth and is hesitant to use finasteride due to concerns about hormonal effects. The conversation includes mixed opinions on the effectiveness of the treatment and suggestions to use a DHT blocker for better results.

      community Have some questions about prescription I got from a trichologist

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A trichologist prescribed Biotrade Sebomax HR Anti-Hair Loss Tonic, Spectral DNC-N Nanoxidil, Hairfollic Him/Man Vitamins, and Bosley MD DHT blocking supplements instead of finasteride due to potential risks at age 21. The user questions the legitimacy of the treatment and considers seeking a second opinion.

      community Doctor said I should do minoxidil without finasteride

      in Treatments  90 upvotes 1 year ago
      A doctor advised a 20-year-old to use minoxidil and vitamins for hair loss, avoiding finasteride due to potential permanent side effects. The doctor claimed minoxidil can protect against DHT effects similar to finasteride.

      community Minox for a year + microneedling for a month

      in Is this regrowth?  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for a year and started microneedling recently, but is unsure about hair regrowth and is considering starting finasteride despite concerns about side effects. Other users suggest that combining minoxidil with a DHT blocker like finasteride is necessary for better results, as minoxidil alone may not be effective long-term.

      community Why don't Minoxidil regenerated hairs become terminal on the head?

      in Minoxidil  101 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil helps hair growth by increasing blood flow and prolonging the growth phase, but it doesn't address the root cause of hair loss, such as DHT sensitivity. Finasteride can help maintain some gains by blocking DHT, but stopping Minoxidil often leads to hair loss because the new hairs are dependent on it.

      community Im currently 21 years old on oral minoxidil only 5mg and I oil my hair with rosemary oil twice a week along with that i take saw palmetto 320mg and pumpkin seed oil 1000mg yall think those are results?

      in Is this regrowth?  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is using oral minoxidil, rosemary oil, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seed oil for hair regrowth but is advised to use finasteride or dutasteride for better results. The user is hesitant to use DHT blockers due to cost and is seeking advice on whether their current regimen is effective.

      community Is Fin really the good standard

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old male has been taking 1mg finasteride daily for 8 months and using 5% minoxidil with tretinoin but is experiencing increased hair shedding and higher DHT levels. He is concerned about the effectiveness of finasteride and has noticed low libido and occasional ED.

      community 5-Months Update: Minoxidil + Red Light Therapy + Lifestyle Changes

      in Progress Pictures  1031 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user reported positive hair regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil, red light therapy, and lifestyle changes, including dietary improvements and stress reduction. They chose natural supplements like saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol over pharmaceutical DHT inhibitors like finasteride.

      community All my gains from minoxidil fell out years later

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  48 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss after initially gaining hair with minoxidil and is now using dutasteride and oral minoxidil alongside topical minoxidil, hoping to regain lost hair. There is uncertainty about the effectiveness of these treatments, with some users suggesting that blocking DHT might help, while others express skepticism about regrowth.

      community 38M, Topical Min 5% + Infrared Therapy (4 Months In)

      in Progress Pictures  485 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 38-year-old man reports positive results using topical Minoxidil 5% and infrared therapy for hair regrowth over four months, along with Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil supplements. Others suggest adding Finasteride for better maintenance and discuss the role of DHT blockers.

      community My home made topical dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user making a homemade topical dutasteride solution to use alongside testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and oral dutasteride. The user aims to reduce DHT locally at the testosterone injection site and on the scalp.

      community Topical fin/min + microneedling 3 month results

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically using topical finasteride and minoxidil combined with microneedling, along with supplements like collagen, vitamin C/D, and saw palmetto. The user also mentions using a DHT-blocking shampoo and experimenting with cold showers and contrast therapy for hair health.

      community Trying to regrow hair on a bald spot. Is my hair routine OK?

      in Product  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is trying to regrow hair on a bald spot using a routine that includes Minoxidil, Mielle Organics products, and Toppik Hair Building Fibers. Other users suggest adding Finasteride or Dutasteride to block DHT for better results.

      community I’m joining the dutasteride master race.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user plans to switch from finasteride to dutasteride for better hair loss treatment, citing dutasteride's higher DHT suppression. Others share mixed experiences, discussing transition methods, shedding, and potential side effects.

      community Lowest Effective RU58841 Dose?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 is discussed as a hair loss treatment, with users considering lower doses like 2.5% to reduce costs. Some users suggest that if already blocking DHT, lower doses might still be effective unless there's high sensitivity to DHT.

      community Rate my treatment stack from 1-10

      in Chat 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses various hair loss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, minoxidil, and alternatives to finasteride due to intolerance. Users suggest adding a DHT blocker like finasteride or dutasteride, and some recommend trying topical versions to reduce side effects.

      community Why does MPB only affect the scalp

      in Research/Science  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      Male pattern baldness (MPB) may be influenced by androgen receptors in scalp hair follicles and potentially poor blood flow. Transplanted hair is not immune to DHT, and factors like inflammation and scalp tension might also contribute to hair loss.

      community Sharing my blood results after 4,5 months of dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and is experiencing fewer side effects with dutasteride, though some scalp itching has occurred. Blood tests show elevated testosterone and estrogen, low DHT, and normal liver and cholesterol levels, leading the user to feel confident in the long-term benefits of dutasteride for hair regrowth.

      community Fin non responders, did Dut ever work? Please share!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, with some users finding no improvement and experiencing side effects. It also mentions the use of RU58841 and topical minoxidil, highlighting that hair sensitivity to DHT varies among individuals.