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930-960 / 1000+ resultscommunity Any Dutasteride shed recovery stories?
community Trying intermittent Dutasteride (0.5mg every 5-6 days)
A 22-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using an intermittent Dutasteride regimen, oral and topical Minoxidil, FolliHair AM/PM, and Salicia KT shampoo. He stopped Dutasteride due to side effects like dry eyes and skin, but noticed increased hair shedding after stopping.
community Glad I took treatment. (Dut, fin,min, microneedling)
The user is using a hair loss treatment involving dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, and supplements like multivitamins, D3 K2, and Omega 3 fish oil. They are considering adding tretinoin and are open to suggestions while managing gut issues.
community My temples after 2.5 months on oral fin/dut, ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil, tretinoin and dermarolling
The user shared progress pictures showing improved hair growth at the temples after 2.5 months using oral finasteride/dutasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, minoxidil, tretinoin, and dermarolling. The user reported no side effects from the medications and noted inconsistent microneedling.
community 28M with Diffuse Thinning and Donor Area Affected, Dutasteride Not Working, Advice on Next Steps?
A 28-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning and miniaturization around the ears and back has tried finasteride, dutasteride, and both topical and oral minoxidil without success. He is seeking advice on identifying the type of hair loss and next steps since current treatments are ineffective.
community Anyone else only begin to experience diffuse thinning AFTER starting treatment?
Many users experienced increased diffuse thinning after starting finasteride, with some switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil in hopes of improvement. Thyroid issues and low ferritin levels were also discussed as potential factors affecting hair loss.
community Genetic variations associated with response to Dutasteride. Why is it never mentioned?
Genetic variations influence how people respond to dutasteride for hair loss, with some benefiting more from finasteride. Dutasteride is effective for most, but genetic differences may cause it to be less effective for some.
community Dutasteride is magic. Insane regrowth after massive shed.
community Topical Dutasteride usage plan + build up prevention
The conversation discusses using a 0.03% topical Dutasteride solution for hair loss, as it may be more effective than Finasteride with fewer systemic side effects. OP plans to apply it daily for 100 days, then reduce frequency, due to past negative cognitive effects from oral treatments.
community 20M feel demotivated by HT shedding
community Train your forehead and scalp muscles
Training scalp muscles to absorb more DHT is suggested as a hair loss solution, but users debate its effectiveness compared to medications like dutasteride and finasteride. Concerns about side effects of DHT blockers, such as reduced libido, are discussed, with some advocating for natural remedies like scalp massages and healthy living.
community 1 month progress update on dut/min/tret topical solution
OP shared a 1-month progress update on using a topical solution with dutasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for hair loss. Users noted regrowth and discussed tretinoin's availability.
community 28M NW3; 2 Month Update - Dutasteride, 1.5mm Dermaroller, Topical Minoxidil, Biotin Supplements
A 28-year-old man with hair loss is seeing regrowth in his temple area after 2 months of treatment with Dutasteride, a 1.5mm Dermaroller, topical Minoxidil, and Biotin supplements. He also notes an unexpected positive side effect of Dutasteride clearing up his light facial acne.
community Hair Thickening and slight Regrowth (Ru58841, Fin, DUT, Minoxidil)
User experienced hair thickening and slight regrowth using RU58841, Fin, DUT, and Minoxidil. They plan to get a hair transplant in Turkey for further improvement.
community Early thinning – finasteride 2 weeks in, should I add minoxidil or switch to dut?
The user is experiencing early hair thinning and is currently using finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering adding minoxidil or switching to dutasteride for stronger DHT suppression, while also checking for iron deficiency.
community Finasteride only results for diffuse thinners without receding hairline
A user is discussing their experience with finasteride for diffuse thinning without a receding hairline, noting a massive shedding phase in the fourth month that is now slowing down. Other replies are off-topic and not relevant to the treatment discussion.
community Washing hair every day instead of a couple times a week
The user discusses the potential impact of external DHT in sebum on hair loss and plans to wash their hair daily with salicylic acid exfoliation. They believe this might help reduce hair loss despite internal factors.
community 5+ year users, what has your experience been on fin and dut?
Users discussed their experiences with hair loss treatments, primarily finasteride (Fin) and dutasteride (Dut), often combined with minoxidil (Min) and derma rolling. Many reported mixed results, with some seeing slowed hair loss and others experiencing side effects or minimal improvement.
community Can dut save my temples? I've been on fin for 2 years but im plateauing
OP is considering adding dutasteride to their regimen of finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss plateauing. Users suggest oral minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant, with mixed opinions on dutasteride's effectiveness for temple regrowth.
community Goku was probably crushing his DHT with dut
Hair loss discussion includes treatments Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841. Users joke about Goku from Dragon Ball Z and his receding hairline.
community M24 Considering DHT Blocker vs Plasma After 2 Years on Minoxidil
A 24-year-old experiencing severe hair thinning has been using minoxidil for 2 years but is still shedding hair. A doctor recommended plasma treatment over a DHT blocker for better and healthier results.
community After using fin for 1.5 years, i switched to 0.5 dut daily
After switching from finasteride to 0.5 mg dutasteride daily, the user experienced thinner hair but no shedding. They are considering continuing dutasteride and possibly using oral minoxidil, while also dealing with allergy-like symptoms possibly unrelated to the medication.
community Is it sufficient to block scalp DHT topically, or is it also necessary to reduce serum DHT? (My Question is Elaborated Below)
Topical finasteride can be as effective as oral finasteride for hair regrowth with fewer systemic side effects, but precise dosing is essential. Combining oral dutasteride with topical finasteride is not recommended due to dutasteride's stronger inhibition.
community So many horror stories about switching from fin to dut
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can cause initial shedding, but many see long-term hair regrowth and stabilization. Responses vary, with some experiencing fewer side effects and others finding it less effective.
community cheers too 2 months of min and dut (i also use like 30 diff things)
The conversation is about someone experiencing hair regrowth using Minoxidil and Dutasteride, along with other treatments. They report their hairline is improving and their forehead appears smaller.
community Pre Finasteride Treatment, is testing for free DHT necessary?
The conversation is about whether testing for free DHT is necessary before starting Finasteride for hair loss, despite having other hormone tests available. One person suggests that genetic response to DHT is more important than DHT levels and advises starting Finasteride without the free DHT test.
community Brutal shedding after switching to Dutasteride daily (from 3 days / weekly). Is this normal?
The post is about a user experiencing a brutal shed after switching from taking dutasteride 3 days a week to taking it daily. The conclusion is that experiencing shedding when starting a new treatment is normal and varies from person to person.
community Blood work after one year of fin/dut
After using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, a user's blood tests showed almost unchanged DHT levels and some out-of-range hormone levels. They experienced side effects when taking dutasteride daily and also take supplements that boost testosterone.
community Dermatologist explains the treatment used on a NW4 patient (video in Spanish)
A 29-year-old male with androgenic alopecia was treated with oral Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and injectable Dutasteride, showing progress in 9 months. Some users believe Dutasteride mesotherapy is unnecessary and question its effectiveness compared to topical applications.