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      community Switching from oral to topical dutasteride+minoxidil

      in Basic Questions  93 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is considering switching from oral to topical dutasteride and minoxidil due to concerns about mental health effects from lower DHT levels. They are seeking advice on the effectiveness and side effects of this change, including potential hair shedding and density changes.
      29M, Noticing More Scalp Visibility After 3 Years of Hair Shedding

      community 29M, Noticing More Scalp Visibility After 3 Years of Hair Shedding

      in General  68 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user noticed increased hair loss over the past three years and is seeking advice. A suggestion was made to consult a dermatologist or trichologist and consider blood tests, particularly for vitamin D levels, to address potential androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

      community Tretinoin can make it worse!!!

      in Chat  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      Tretinoin may enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for those not responding to minoxidil alone, but it could reduce efficacy for some who are already responding to minoxidil. Tretinoin requires careful use, including skin moisturizing and sun protection due to increased sensitivity.

      community 26F Thinner hair due to vitamin deficiencies?

      in Female  12 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user with chronic anemia and vitamin deficiencies is experiencing finer, straighter hair and seeks recommendations for scalp products to improve circulation and prevent potential hair thinning. She is considering growth oils but is unsure of their effectiveness.

      community [M30] Constant swing between continuing or quitting Finasteride

      in General  204 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old man is considering quitting Finasteride due to sexual side effects, including reduced libido and difficulty reaching orgasm, despite its effectiveness in treating hair loss. He is exploring other factors like relationship issues and potential low testosterone, and is considering getting blood work done.

      community Haircafe - TOPICAL minoxidil is an anti aging drug

      in Minoxidil  245 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical minoxidil may cause skin aging effects like wrinkles and dark circles, possibly due to its alcohol content, while oral finasteride is reported to make users look younger. Switching to oral minoxidil or using moisturizers might help reduce these skin issues.

      community 2 year progress on Min + Fin; transplant possible?

      in Is this regrowth?  65 upvotes 5 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss since age 15, recently adding dutasteride and GHK-Cu, but sees no significant improvement and is considering a hair transplant. Concerns are raised about using hormone suppressors at a young age, with suggestions to explore other treatments like dermarolling, diet changes, and checking for deficiencies.

      community Dealing with people commenting on your hair

      in Chat  105 upvotes 7 months ago
      Hair loss affects mental health, with negative comments from others being common. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used, and some focus on self-improvement and humor to handle societal judgments.

      community Oral Min Aging reversible?……..

      in Minoxidil 9 months ago
      Oral minoxidil may cause temporary facial puffiness, leading to a perception of accelerated aging, but it doesn't cause actual aging. Concerns about hair loss and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are discussed, with suggestions to use tretinoin and sunscreen to mitigate potential side effects.
      Should I start treatment or am I cooked?

      community Should I start treatment or am I cooked?

      in General  78 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss and wonders if it could be due to product use or stress, despite having family members with full hair. They are considering starting treatment with Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.

      community Interested about what other adjunct therapies people are trying & whats working?

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses alternative hair loss treatments beyond the commonly used Minoxidil and Finasteride. One user is trying diclofenac gel, caffeine + antioxidant serum, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and has stopped using Minoxidil due to ineffectiveness, while another user has adopted lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, stress reduction, and topical caffeine, along with scalp massages and microneedling.

      community Balding (i guess?) 22 yr old male with seborrheic dermatitis

      in General  98 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair thinning and loss, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis or low vitamin D, is cautious about using minoxidil or finasteride due to heart palpitations and high blood pressure. Suggestions include using ketoconazole shampoo to control inflammation and focusing on treating the dermatitis first.

      community Exosomes 2 months before and after

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Exosomes are being discussed as a potential hair loss treatment, with some users skeptical about their effectiveness and stability. There is interest in different types of exosomes, including those derived from centella asiatica, and comparisons are made to other treatments like finasteride.

      community Interesting / Relevant Information

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation provides scientific sources on hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and others, aiming to help individuals make informed decisions about their treatment options. It also discusses phytochemicals as alternative treatments due to concerns about side effects from drug-based therapies.

      community Potential pp405 info next week at masters of athetics

      in Treatment  51 upvotes 8 months ago
      Discussion on hair loss treatments, focusing on pp405, with skepticism about its effectiveness and concerns about its association with the cosmetic industry. Users also mention treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community fin 0.5 mg everday 6 months update

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses the experiences of individuals with diffuse hair thinning using finasteride, with many reporting no improvement or worsening conditions after 6 months. Various suggestions include persisting with the treatment, checking for underlying conditions, adding minoxidil for volume, adjusting dosage, and considering other potential causes like autoimmune responses and inflammation.

      community Extreme shedding after ~1 year on 5% topical minoxidil — normal or problem?

      in Minoxidil  5 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

      community hight pre-finasteride estrogen levels

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user with high pre-finasteride estrogen levels is asking if they need to normalize their hormone levels before starting finasteride and whether they should postpone dermarolling until they begin finasteride. The user is 21.5 years old.

      community PP405 mechanism question - looking for discussion

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      PP405 may promote short-term hair growth by pushing follicles into the growth phase, but concerns exist about long-term effects due to lack of rest phases. Users discuss various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, alfatradiol, and investigational drugs like KX-826 and GT20029 for hair maintenance and regrowth.

      community Important detail for Oral Minoxidil users

      in Minoxidil  9 upvotes 4 months ago
      Oral minoxidil users should monitor heart health with periodic echocardiograms and cardiologist visits due to potential side effects. While some experience serious side effects, they are rare, and the benefits for hair growth often outweigh the risks.
      (M24) Anything before min/fin? time to start?

      community (M24) Anything before min/fin? time to start?

      in General  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and shedding despite no family history of male pattern baldness. They are considering starting treatments like Minoxidil or finasteride.

      community Starting Finasterid with Vitamin defficiancies

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user started finasteride and experienced increased shedding for five months. They are concerned about how low vitamin levels might affect the shedding and effectiveness of finasteride.