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      community 3 Doctors 3 Diagnoses: Please help.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experiencing hair loss received three different diagnoses: androgenic alopecia, traction alopecia, and scarring alopecia, and tried treatments like minoxidil and finasteride without success. They are considering dutasteride but were advised to seek anti-inflammatory medication instead.

      community 1.5 months in, looking pretty good

      in Progress Pictures  357 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair loss treatment after 1.5 months, using topical finasteride, minoxidil, keto shampoo, and minoxidil shampoo, despite the drying effect of keto shampoo and a change in hair texture due to accutane. Responses include congratulations, personal experiences with hair loss treatments, and a mention of accutane's negative impact on hair.

      community Best all in one supplement for hair health

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about supplements for hair health. Nutrafol and Viviscal are mentioned, with Nutrafol preferred due to saw palmetto; individual supplements like zinc, vitamin D, iron, B complex, magnesium, and inositol are also discussed.

      community Finally decided to post / Started June 26th

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user started hair loss treatment on June 26th using 1.25mg finasteride, 1ml 5% minoxidil twice a day, derma rolling every 1.5 weeks, and 2% ketoconazole foam twice a week. They experienced significant hair growth in the first four months, with thicker hair and improved hairline, but had a rough shedding phase in November.

      community I was a non-responder to Minoxidil before my esophagus surgery

      in Research/Science  38 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced improved hair density after switching from 5mg to 2.5mg oral Minoxidil post-esophagus surgery, suggesting a possible link between gut health and hair growth. They theorize that long-term medication may have blocked nutrient intake, affecting hair regrowth.

      community The sTressful Journey - 4 Year Battle

      in Update  8 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced no results for 3.5 years while using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, but saw improvement after increasing Dutasteride to 0.6mg daily. Current routine includes Dutasteride 0.6mg, minoxidil once a day, and supplements like collagen, biotin, and vitamin D.

      community Can vitamin b7 deficiency cause receded temples?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 4 years ago
      A user was frustrated with delays in getting finasteride for hair loss, was prescribed minoxidil, and found a vitamin B7 deficiency. They are questioning if the deficiency could cause receded temples and considering finding a new dermatologist.

      community They've stopped selling this in the UK

      in Ketoconazole  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Ketoconazole is no longer sold in the UK, and pharmacies have replaced it with non-ketoconazole options. Users are discussing its availability and possible alternatives.

      community Thoughts? 4 months difference.

      in Progress Pictures  176 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after increasing the dose of topical Minoxidil and adding Finasteride. Replies indicate positive feedback and encouragement, noting visible improvement in the hairline.

      community 11 months! Intensive and quality treatment. I have to say a big thank you to Minoxidil, and Propecia, and this wonderful sub... I'm 35 years old and my hair is back to 25 years old

      in Progress Pictures  133 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old user shared their 11-month hair loss treatment success using Minoxidil and Propecia, noting their hair looks like it did at 25. Another user asked about the treatment, and the original poster confirmed using Propecia 1 mg and topical Minoxidil twice daily.

      community Does this mean it's finally working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started using topical minoxidil in June 2023 and switched to a new finasteride preparation and vitamin D supplements a month ago. They noticed reduced hair shedding recently and are hopeful for regrowth.

      community Pyrilutamide and RU alternatives?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is officially available for purchase, and users suggest Fluridil as an alternative topical anti-androgen. Some users report positive results with pyrilutamide from Koshine.

      community What happens to the excess testosterone after using dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      Using dutasteride or finasteride can increase free testosterone, which may convert to estradiol, potentially causing side effects like increased estrogen levels. Individual responses vary, and some users report changes in cholesterol, hair texture, and side effects like gyno or increased sex drive.

      community 2 months on Oral Fin / Topical Min

      in Progress Pictures  89 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is using 1mg oral finasteride daily, topical minoxidil on the hairline, a dermaroller weekly, Alpecin Caffeine shampoo daily, and ketoconazole shampoo weekly. The hairline appears to be improving after two months.

      community 38M, Topical Min 5% + Infrared Therapy (4 Months In)

      in Progress Pictures  485 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 38-year-old man reports positive results using topical Minoxidil 5% and infrared therapy for hair regrowth over four months, along with Saw Palmetto and Pumpkin Seed Oil supplements. Others suggest adding Finasteride for better maintenance and discuss the role of DHT blockers.

      community Month 7. Dut/min/stemoxydine/microneedle. Nw7.

      in Progress Pictures  172 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 7-month progress on hair regrowth using a regimen of dutasteride, minoxidil, stemoxydine, microneedling, and keto shampoo. They noted significant improvement, particularly in vellus hair growth, and discussed the potential addition of RU58841, though they experienced side effects with it previously.

      community 24 topical min 2x a day and fin 1mg results + microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  304 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user shared positive results from using Minoxidil twice daily, Finasteride 1mg, and microneedling for hair loss, noting improved hair density and mental health. They emphasized the importance of consistency and patience, mentioning initial shedding phases but no significant side effects.
      [M23] Finasteride journal

      community [M23] Finasteride journal

      in Journals / Progress Pictures  92 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 23-year-old male noticed hair loss and started using finasteride 1mg, initially experiencing significant shedding which reduced after 100 days. He switched from the brand Andropel to Folcres due to availability in Argentina.

      community What to dilute Finasteride with?

      in Treatments  65 upvotes 9 months ago
      Diluting finasteride in a Hims spray can be done using ethanol or propylene glycol to maintain the desired concentration without increasing minoxidil levels. This approach ensures the finasteride concentration is reduced to 0.025% without affecting the minoxidil strength.

      community Summary of future treatments from 2020

      in Chat  54 upvotes 8 months ago
      Hair loss treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, dutasteride, CB-03-01, RU-58841, and experimental options like KY-19382 and stem cell therapy. Some treatments are considered ineffective or risky, such as ketoconazole, PRP, and low-level laser therapy.