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      community Dut increase dose after year of no progress?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been on dutasteride and oral minoxidil for a year with no progress and is considering increasing the dutasteride dose or adding RU58841. Other users suggest consulting a doctor, trying derma needling with topical minoxidil, and note that hair loss treatments can have varying effectiveness.

      community met my dermatoligist today and here is how it went

      in Treatment  41 upvotes 6 months ago
      A dermatologist advised against using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, suggesting acceptance instead, but the individual is considering seeking finasteride from a family doctor. The conversation includes suggestions to try online services or pharmacies for obtaining treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo.

      community Dutasteride has been nuking me

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  156 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after 9 months of using 0.5mg dutasteride and oral minoxidil, possibly due to alopecia areata. It is advised to consult a doctor for accurate diagnosis and treatment, as dutasteride and finasteride may not be effective.

      community Creatine with finasteride?

      in General  41 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation discusses whether creatine is safe to use with finasteride for hair loss treatment. It suggests consulting a doctor before adjusting finasteride dosage.
      Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      community Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      in Basic Questions  533 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 15-year-old is concerned about hair loss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.

      community 16 and diffuse thinning, screw this

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 16-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning is considering using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride at 18, while others suggest alternatives like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. Users advise consulting a doctor before starting treatments and emphasize the importance of understanding the cause of hair loss.

      community Microneedling-induced shedding after 5 months?

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair loss after starting microneedling, despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are advised to consult a doctor as the shedding pattern is unusual and may indicate alopecia areata or other scalp conditions.

      community Should I use topical min + fin at 16 even if my dermatologist approved?

      in Finasteride  86 upvotes 7 months ago
      A dermatologist prescribed a 16-year-old a mix of 5% topical minoxidil and 0.1% topical finasteride for hair loss, but the user is concerned about side effects. Another user advises against using finasteride at a young age due to potential growth impacts and suggests consulting a doctor to assess growth completion.
      What is my hair condition? Am I Bald?

      community What is my hair condition? Am I Bald?

      in General  38 upvotes 7 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss, likely androgenetic alopecia, with recommendations to consult a doctor and consider treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user is advised to check for vitamin deficiencies and consider topical minoxidil and oral finasteride.

      community Almost 11-Months of 1.25mg Fin EOD | 23M

      in Progress Pictures  53 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 23-year-old male shared his 11-month progress using 1.25mg finasteride every other day and Nizoral/Dermazole, reporting reduced hair fall and new hair growth without major shedding. Users discussed the risks of finasteride for younger individuals and suggested consulting a doctor, with some recommending minoxidil as an alternative.

      community DHT Gel (2.5%) to beard area + Dut + Pyri 1% + Minox

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 8 months ago
      The conversation discusses using a combination of DHT gel, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, and minoxidil to promote beard growth while minimizing hair loss. Users suggest consulting a doctor and considering genetic factors before proceeding.

      community Been diagnosed with mpb and acute TE

      in Chat  2 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started taking finasteride, which initially slowed hair shedding and slightly thickened hair. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is considering minoxidil but wants to stabilize shedding first.

      community Been diagnosed with telogen effluvium and MPB

      in Chat  3 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started oral finasteride, which initially slowed hair loss and slightly thickened hair, but experienced increased shedding after surgery. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is seeking additional advice.

      community My dermatologist won’t prescribe me Fin

      in Treatment  81 upvotes 8 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.

      community Completely Lost with my hair 20M

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss uses minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, vitamin D, and biotin. They are considering finasteride or dutasteride and are advised to consult a doctor for diagnosis and possible oral treatments.

      community Where to get finasteride with no insurance?

      in Finasteride  31 upvotes 9 months ago
      Finasteride can be purchased at competitive prices from Costco, Amazon, and Cost Plus Drugs, with GoodRx offering local deals. Splitting 5mg tablets may reduce costs if approved by a doctor.

      community My 3200 grafts hair transplant surgery update

      in Progress Pictures  343 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with a 3200 graft hair transplant surgery, costing 1.20 lakh INR, performed by a doctor with a background at Eugenix. Post-surgery, they were instructed to use minoxidil 5% topically, take finasteride tablets, and undergo PRP treatments.

      community Is this good improvement? 1mg fin 2.5 min 4 months

      in Is this regrowth?  168 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 24-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily for four months, with minimal side effects. The results impressed many, and the user confirmed the treatments were prescribed by a doctor.

      community How to get oral minoxidil in EU?

      in Minoxidil  10 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user from France is seeking ways to obtain oral minoxidil in the EU without a prescription, as local doctors are hesitant to prescribe it. Suggestions include visiting Spain for a prescription, ordering online, or consulting doctors in other EU countries like Portugal.

      community 2800 FUE Asmed Koray Erdogan Istanbul, complete failure

      in Transplants  287 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user had a failed hair transplant with 2800 FUE grafts at a clinic in Turkey, where finasteride was used, and the procedure was poorly executed by technicians rather than the main surgeon. The user later sought repair from a more experienced doctor, highlighting issues with large clinics that handle multiple patients daily.

      community 6 months on dutast and minoxodil, hair growing like weeds now!

      in Progress Pictures  618 upvotes 10 months ago
      A woman experienced significant hair regrowth after six months of using dutasteride and minoxidil, despite initial hair loss due to androgenetic alopecia. She reported minimal side effects and highlighted the effectiveness of these treatments for women, despite doctors' hesitancy to prescribe them.

      community ED from 1 month DUT

      in General  88 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 32-year-old male experienced reduced libido and erectile difficulties after taking Minoxidil and Dutasteride for hair loss. He stopped the treatment and plans to consult his doctor, seeking similar experiences from others.