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      community hair loss treatment myths that perplex me

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Grapefruit juice doesn't significantly affect finasteride or dutasteride. Drinking topical minoxidil is risky; saw palmetto is less effective than finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss.

      community Watch this podcast interview before you get a transplant

      in Transplants  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      Before getting a hair transplant, it's crucial to research and understand that ongoing treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil are necessary to maintain results. Concerns were raised about Turkish clinics, including overharvesting grafts, lack of regulations, and discouraging finasteride use.

      community Can Fin + Min save my hair? [20M]

      in Satire  3173 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, particularly at the temples and crown. Responses include encouragement, humor, and additional suggestions like using a derma roller.

      community 25 Years old. 3 Months on Fin/Min, plus Hair & Nail Vitamins.

      in Progress Pictures  379 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, Lead_Tasso, is expressing gratitude for the community's help in restoring their confidence in treating hair loss. They have been using finasteride (fin) and minoxidil (min) and have also been taking hair and nail vitamins.

      community I’ve read multiple times that Fin increases hair quality… NOT for me!

      in Treatment  97 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been on finasteride for 6 months and feels their hair quality has worsened, experiencing more hair loss and scalp irritation. They are considering seeing a dermatologist, while others suggest the issue might be unrelated to finasteride, possibly due to deficiencies or other conditions.

      community Significant Results Without Use of Fin

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement using rosemary and peppermint oils, alongside minoxidil, after other treatments like finasteride and pyrilutamide showed no results. They noticed reduced hair shedding and thicker hair, particularly in the mid and crown areas.

      community Success sttory – 22 to 27

      in Progress Pictures 5 years ago
      A user's success story of improving their hair loss with treatments that include finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, nizoral, and dermastamping; other products that have been tried with varying results; and potential side effects.

      community This serum outperformed Minoxidil in a recent study. Please debunk

       23 upvotes 6 years ago
      A topical solution called "Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density" by The Ordinary Company, which contains several ingredients that are used in alternatives to Minoxidil and was found to have better results than 5% Minoxidil in a study. People who have tried it shared their experiences with the serum as well.

      community Month 6 on oral fin/min no stabilisation at all still shedding big

      in Chat  24 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been on oral finasteride and minoxidil for six months without seeing hair loss stabilization and has started taking dutasteride twice a week. Other users shared their experiences with hair loss treatments, with one suggesting dutasteride might be more effective than finasteride.

      community PP405 Phase 2a press release with early results

      in Research/Science  700 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise in hair regrowth, with 31% of participants experiencing over 20% increase in hair density after 8 weeks. Phase 3 trials are expected in 2026, with potential market availability by 2029-2031.

      community for those whose hair loss started with accutane

      in Chat  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      Accutane use led to hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis for many, with treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and Nutrafol being used to manage symptoms. Some users reported improvement, while others experienced persistent issues or side effects from treatments like finasteride.

      community KX-826 Pyrilutamide1% coming soon

      in Update  152 upvotes 1 year ago
      KX-826 Pyrilutamide 1% is launching soon, and users are discussing its potential benefits and drawbacks compared to other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical about its effectiveness, while others are hopeful it will be a safer alternative.

      community Finasteride is Good for Heart Health!

      in Research/Science  119 upvotes 2 years ago
      Finasteride, a hair loss and prostate drug, may also benefit heart health. Some users discuss the potential negative effects of DHT on the heart and the balance between hair loss treatments and heart health.

      community Better then Minoxidil( at least for me and my family)

      in Treatment  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      Capronium Chloride and Trichoxidil are suggested as better alternatives to Minoxidil for hair growth without heart side effects. The Japanese Dermatological Association recommends topical Minoxidil over Capronium Chloride.

      community Topical Finasteride strength discussion

      in Research/Science  65 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of different concentrations and dosages of topical finasteride on scalp and serum DHT levels, comparing it to oral finasteride and noting the side effects seem to be fewer at lower dosages. Participants shared experiences and referenced a chart indicating similar scalp DHT reduction with 0.025% topical finasteride as with 1mg oral finasteride, but with fewer side effects.

      community Does whey protein and creatine aggravate hair loss?

      in Research/Science  83 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether whey protein and creatine worsen hair loss. Some users report hair loss with creatine use, while others do not; opinions on whey protein's effects are mixed. Treatments mentioned include PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride.

      community (Almost) 3 months on fin+min & microneedle.

      in Progress Pictures  1326 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride every other day, 5% minoxidil daily, and microneedling every two weeks for three months to treat hair loss. They are happy with the progress and considering adding ketoconazole shampoo to their routine.

      community Feeling myself again after 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  470 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress pictures which show the effects of using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth, along with keto shampoo; other users shared their experiences with similar conditions, offering advice on treatments and encouraging the original poster to keep going.