community Here's an actual crazy dut shed
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and from topical to oral minoxidil, experiencing significant hair shedding. They plan to continue this regimen for a year before deciding on any changes.
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The user reported gradual hair regrowth after 4 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermastamping, and vitamins C and D3. They noted the use of a 1.25mm dermastamp and discussed sourcing finasteride in Canada.
community Increased adipose tissue (being overweight) in males may increase likelyhood of finasterde side effects
Being overweight may increase finasteride side effects due to higher aromatase activity converting testosterone to estradiol. Maintaining a healthy weight could reduce these side effects.
community currently active protocols, working so far
The conversation is about a person's hair loss treatment routine, which includes Metformin, sleep in darkness, avoiding EMF at night, Nizoral, Dermarolling, Castor oil, and Collagen. They have observed less hair shedding and increased hair volume.
community Is the change in scalp texture (more creases, less shiny) a positive sign of hair regrowth and scalp recovery, or not significant?
The user has been using a hair regrowth regimen for 9-10 months, including topical finasteride and minoxidil, various oils, and supplements like multivitamins and omega-3. They observed fine hairs returning and a change in scalp texture after adding cinnamon oil, questioning if this indicates positive hair regrowth.
community Taking Potassium Chloride and Magnesium made minoxidil-induced palpitations 0
Taking potassium chloride and magnesium stopped minoxidil-induced palpitations. The user is considering continuing minoxidil with these supplements.
community Iron D3 levels actually matter more else dht blockers wont work(yes they can keep follicle alive)
Taking finasteride alone did not stop hair loss, but adding vitamin D3 and iron supplements improved hair coverage and quality. It's important to check and address deficiencies, but caution is advised with iron supplementation without medical guidance.
community 4-5 months update- Fin/min/vitamins/oiling/microneedling
The user shared a 4-5 month update on using finasteride, minoxidil, vitamins, oiling, and microneedling for hair loss. They reported improved hair density and confidence but experienced unwanted hair growth, thin hair, itching, and a flaky scalp.
community 3 Month update (Roughly) I've been using min 5% once (Night) , Fin 1mg daily, 0.5 mg Duta once per week.. I microneedle once a week at the length of 1.5mm, Nizoral 1% twice or thrice per week, apple cider vinegar hair wash after shampooing.. **I've started taking oral min 2.5 - 5mg since 2 weeks**
The user has been using minoxidil 5% at night, finasteride 1mg daily, dutasteride 0.5mg weekly, microneedling weekly, Nizoral 1% shampoo, and apple cider vinegar hair wash. They recently started taking oral minoxidil 2.5-5mg and report no side effects.
community For Fin/Dut non-responders, what did you do to get your hair back
The conversation is about alternative measures for hair regrowth for those who did not respond to finasteride or dutasteride, including the use of minoxidil and addressing vitamin deficiencies through blood tests.