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      community Has any premature balding guys actually saved and maintained their hair?

      in Chat  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses their struggle with aggressive hair loss starting at a young age and their use of various treatments, including topical finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, without significant success. Other users share their experiences and suggest trying oral finasteride or dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and maintaining a vitamin regimen, while noting potential side effects like gynecomastia.

      community Loosing ground, on fin and min. 4years progression

      in Update  191 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss since 2021, with some initial regrowth but now considering switching to dutasteride due to concerns about further hair loss. They also use microneedling and are exploring tretinoin, while others suggest adding oral minoxidil or a hair transplant for better results.

      community Finasteride 5 month, minox 6 month progress

      in Progress Pictures  367 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared a 5-month progress on finasteride and 6-month progress on minoxidil, showing significant hair regrowth. They use finasteride 1mg daily, minoxidil twice daily, Nizoral once weekly, and derma stamping once weekly.

      community Fluridi + minoxidil (no finasteride?)

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using minoxidil and recently started fluridil for mild hair loss and is questioning if this treatment is sufficient without finasteride. They have finasteride available but prefer not to use it.

      community Verteporfin day 119 update - donor hair regeneration human trial

      in Research/Science  146 upvotes 3 years ago
      A human trial of verteporfin, a drug that can inhibit wound healing by scarring and promote regeneration of original tissue and hair follicles to provide an unlimited source for hair transplants; people discussed the potential of this drug and how it could be rolled out in mainstream with more doctors getting on board.

      community 8 years fin/min, my long term results. 31m

      in Progress Pictures  1801 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 31-year-old man successfully used oral minoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth over eight years, experiencing minimal side effects like initial shedding and increased body hair. He credits these medications for preserving his hair despite a family history of baldness.

      community So what is the actual efficacy of topical minoxidil?

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil can stimulate hair growth but does not prevent long-term hair loss, while finasteride or dutasteride is necessary to address DHT and maintain hair. Family hair history may not predict individual outcomes, and combining treatments like microneedling can enhance results.

      community Switching from Topical to Oral Minoxidil.

      in Minoxidil  397 upvotes 11 months ago
      Switching from topical to oral minoxidil for hair loss, with plans to use it alongside dutasteride. Users report mixed experiences, including increased body hair, potential heart-related side effects, and varying hair regrowth.

      community The meds work: my dad at 23 yo vs me at 35 yo

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1790 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and oral minoxidil effectively maintain a youthful appearance and full head of hair, despite genetic predispositions to balding. The discussion also considers the impact of DHT blockers on masculinity and aging, with lifestyle choices like sunscreen use and a vegetarian diet mentioned.

      community My hair journey: 2017 through the present

      in Progress Pictures  511 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their hair loss journey from 2017 to 2024, detailing the use of finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, supplements, and dermarolling. They experienced significant hair loss after stopping finasteride in 2017, saw some regrowth after resuming treatments in 2023, and are considering a hair transplant.

      community Post Finasteride Syndrome, A dangerous lie.

      in Chat  142 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user initially had side effects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.

      community It’s getting worse. (4 months)

      in Update  203 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users suggesting the use of finasteride daily, considering minoxidil for aggressive hair loss, and discussing the normalcy of shedding during treatment. Some users recommend adding Nizoral shampoo and switching to dutasteride for better results.

      community I hate it when people write off your hairloss info because “you’re not a doctor.”

      in Treatment  78 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their frustration about their cousin's refusal to take their advice on using finasteride for aggressive hair loss, despite the cousin's desperation and current use of minoxidil and consideration of PRP injections. The user, who has done extensive research, suggested the cousin needs a 5ar inhibitor, but the cousin dismisses the advice because the user isn't a doctor.

      community Dutasteride 6 months - Should I quit or wait more?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been on dutasteride for 6 months, experiencing initial hair health but then shedding and brittle hair, with no improvement. They use minoxidil, ketoconazole, dutasteride, and vitamin D, and are questioning whether to continue treatment despite no results.

      community Been on Dut since 2022, new doctor has concerns.

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 31-year-old man has been using Dutasteride since 2022, alongside topical Minoxidil, with positive results and no issues. His new healthcare provider expressed concerns about long-term Dutasteride use and suggested alternatives like oral Minoxidil and Spironolactone, but the patient is hesitant to change a successful routine.

      community If you're sitting there wondering, "I'm losing my hair, what do I do?" then read my advice here. I've been fighting the fight for 7 years, with great success. (pictures included)

      in Question  104 upvotes 12 years ago
      Fighting hair loss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or Hair Loss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.

      community My as soon as my son turns 18:

      in Satire  1982 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil are discussed, with differing views on when to begin treatment. Some suggest early use, while others warn of hormonal side effects from starting too young.

      community 16 years later - Before and After

      in Progress Pictures  348 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 16-year hair loss journey using finasteride and minoxidil, noting slow hair thinning despite a family history of severe balding. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil but stopped for personal reasons, experiencing no significant side effects from finasteride.

      community Topical dutasteride is superior to oral finasteride

      in Research/Science  96 upvotes 8 months ago
      Topical dutasteride is more effective than oral finasteride for male pattern hair loss, with fewer side effects. Some prefer oral treatments for convenience, while others use topical solutions like minoxidil and dutasteride, sometimes with microneedling, for better results.

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

      in Update  495 upvotes 9 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 Just find a cure already, I am totally done

      in Chat  161 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, with users recommending finasteride and minoxidil as effective solutions. Some users report side effects, but overall, the consensus is to use these treatments rather than waiting for a cure.