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      community New vellus all over — just 9 days into once-daily 5% minoxidil.

      in Minoxidil  159 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using 1 mg finasteride for three months and recently started using 5% minoxidil once daily, resulting in new vellus hair growth. The user is hopeful that minoxidil will positively impact terminal hairs and is considering adding a derma stamp to the routine.

      community Finasteride, 2 years [progress pictures]

      in Progress Pictures  643 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared their two-year progress using finasteride, noting hair stabilization without side effects and no use of minoxidil. They plan a hair transplant and emphasize finasteride's role in maintaining hair rather than regrowing it.

      community Bee venom better than minoxidil?

      in Research/Science  1061 upvotes 4 months ago
      Bee venom at 0.001% concentration was more effective than 2% minoxidil in promoting hair growth in mice, possibly due to increased growth factors and reduced inflammation. Caution is advised due to potential allergic reactions and the reliance on animal data.

      community Been on Dut for 2 1/2 years. AMA

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  20 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shares a positive experience with Dutasteride for hair loss, noting increased hair density and minimal side effects after switching from Finasteride. They prefer oral Dutasteride and avoid Minoxidil due to its inconvenience and potential risks.

      community Update on my progress after 5 month of taking fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  715 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been taking 1 mg of finasteride and 6 drops of minoxidil orally per day for five months, experiencing increased hair shedding but also noticing denser and fuller hair according to friends. Despite the shedding, the user is happy with the progress and has not experienced significant side effects, though they caution against the risks of taking minoxidil orally.

      community 3 Years Results - 0.5mg Fin Only

      in Progress Pictures  150 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared their 3-year progress using 0.5mg finasteride daily for hair loss, reporting no side effects and significant improvement after 8-10 months. They are considering increasing the dosage or adding minoxidil for further results.

      community Finasteride doubled my testosterone & estrogen

      in Chat  265 upvotes 5 months ago
      Finasteride increased testosterone and estrogen, stopped hair loss, and promoted regrowth. Users discussed side effects like libido changes and considered adding minoxidil and aromatase inhibitors.

      community Derma told me to quit finastirde

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  276 upvotes 5 months ago
      A dermatologist advised stopping finasteride after 3-6 months, but many users disagreed, stating it should be used indefinitely to maintain hair. Users recommended finding a new dermatologist due to the perceived misinformation.

      community Can minoxidil alone keep my hair?

      in Chat  25 upvotes 5 months ago
      Minoxidil can help with hair growth but not prevent hair loss, while finasteride is recommended to stop hair loss. Combining both treatments is suggested for better results, but side effects should be monitored.

      community Why you may be taking Dutasteride wrong

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  63 upvotes 5 months ago
      Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss, with optimal dosing at 0.5mg once or twice a week to minimize side effects. Topical application may further reduce side effects while effectively lowering scalp DHT.

      community Is Finasteride the only way to reduce scalp DHT?

      in Chat  28 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced side effects like low libido and ED after starting finasteride post-hair transplant and is seeking alternatives to reduce scalp DHT. Suggestions include topical finasteride, Xpecia, DHT-reducing shampoos, and switching to dutasteride, with some users reporting fewer side effects with these alternatives.

      community 6 Months on Oral Fin + Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  862 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvements with minimal side effects, such as slight erectile dysfunction that resolved. Other users discussed their experiences, concerns about side effects, and the effectiveness of these treatments.

      community Fin working well but dull orgasm

      in Update  21 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral Finasteride but reported dull orgasms as a side effect. Users suggested waiting for the body to adjust, reducing the dosage, or switching to topical Finasteride to manage side effects.

      community Testosterone and Estradiol levels on 1 mg/day dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  44 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth and improved libido after using finasteride and dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia, with no adverse effects. He plans to reduce dutasteride dosage when trying to conceive and has been using topical minoxidil since 2015.

      community 200 days on dut + min, what do you think?

      in Is this regrowth?  601 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user reports significant hair regrowth after 200 days using dutasteride and minoxidil, attributing changes to hair dye. Others doubt the authenticity and discuss treatment effectiveness and side effects.

      community Can we stop fear mongering with finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  285 upvotes 6 months ago
      Finasteride is effective for hair loss but can cause sexual dysfunction and mental health issues in some users, leading to a polarized debate on its risks. Some switch to alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments to avoid side effects.

      community One year off fin/min and I regret it

      in Update  418 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user regrets stopping finasteride and minoxidil due to side effects but plans to resume treatment. They consider using finasteride every other day and continuing topical minoxidil to manage side effects while maintaining hair.

      community 2 years of Androgen inhibition.

      in Progress Pictures  142 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 23-year-old has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and spironolactone to combat hair loss and hormonal acne, with mixed results and concerns about side effects. The user is experimenting with spironolactone despite its potential risks, hoping for skin and body hair improvements.