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      community 7m 20d progress, is this good?

      in Is this regrowth?  97 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has experienced noticeable hair regrowth after 7 months and 20 days using finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamping, vitamin D, zinc, and ketoconazole shampoo. The user reports improved hairline and self-esteem with no side effects.

      community Experiences with topical Finasteride (0.0125%)?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 23-year-old male with slight hair thinning is using ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, zinc, magnesium, D3/K2, and has just started topical finasteride (0.0125%). He plans to add minoxidil (4.5%) with 17α-estradiol and is seeking advice on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, as well as the use of a dermaroller.

      community 2 years of recovering & growing my hair

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 2-year hair recovery journey using minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, iron, zinc, selenium, cyproterone, and estrogen. They started losing hair at 15 and are now 24.

      community after several weeks of research, here's the stack I've decided on

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  43 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old experiencing diffuse hair thinning has chosen a treatment stack including topical finasteride, a blend of rosemary, peppermint, and pumpkin seed oils, procyanidine B2 spray, ketoconazole shampoo, and scalp massages. They avoid minoxidil due to family history of side effects and oral finasteride due to high estrogen levels.

      community I don’t want to give up but running out of options

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil for 16 months but continues to experience hair miniaturization. They previously used oral Finasteride and topical Minoxidil with success for 7 years and are now seeking advice on whether to switch back to topicals, adjust dosages, or consider other treatments like topical anti-androgens or Estradiol.

      community Gyno & testoterone level

      in Finasteride  282 upvotes 2 years ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.

      community Shaved it off and already grateful! I have a question for those here.

      in Shaved/buzzed  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      LazyJam shaved their head after not seeing significant results from using finasteride and microneedling for hair loss, feeling more self-acceptance and saving money. Others in the conversation discuss their own reasons for continuing hair loss treatments, such as personal appearance, self-esteem, and not wanting to shave regularly.

      community What do you think about this prescription

      in Treatment 2 years ago
      The user visited a trichologist due to ineffective topical finasteride treatment for hair loss. The trichologist recommended a new regimen including a two-month course of locoidon (cortisone 0.1%), followed by a solution containing minoxidil, hydrocortisone butirrate, estrone, progesterone, tocopherol acetate, trichosol, and transcutol.

      community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

      in Research/Science  93 upvotes 3 years ago
      The mechanism of Androgenic Alopecia and practical applications of treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, scalp massages, anti-fungals, progesterone, estrogen, PPAR-γ activators, reducing oxidative stress, and scalp exercises. It explains why DHT is important in AA and how other factors might be involved such as hypoxia, increased DKK-1 expression, morphological changes to the scalp, skull growth during childhood/puberty, and blood flow.

      community Fin, Testorone and Gyno Theory

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 4 years ago
      The conversation discusses managing gynecomastia symptoms potentially caused by finasteride use, with treatments including reducing finasteride dosage, using DIM, ashwagandha, tamoxifen, epistane, and arimistane. Users share experiences and advice on balancing testosterone and estrogen levels to address symptoms.

      community Best, possible, or experimental growth agonists that AREN'T MINOXIDIL.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Various hair growth treatments were discussed, including microneedling, bimatoprost, setipiprant, stemoxydine, PGE2, CB-03-01, WNT Beta-Catenin upregulators, KY19382, topical estrogen, IGF-1, GH, MK-677, oral castor oil, fisetin, resveratrol, cetrizine, and lactic acid. Users shared experiences and sources for these treatments, with some expressing interest in topical solutions and others noting the lack of FDA approval or scientific evidence for certain options.

      community losing hair as a female 17-18 years old feels terrible

      in Female  15 upvotes 6 years ago
      A female, aged 17-18, is experiencing significant hair loss, feeling hopeless despite trying various treatments like leave-in conditioners, omega-3s, supplements, sulfate-free shampoo, and biotin. She is distressed as her hair continues to thin, affecting her body image and self-esteem.

      community What next after 2 years of fin and min?

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss for 2 years and started microneedling, now considering a hair transplant in Mexico. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and various opinions on hair transplant locations and the user's current hair condition.

      community A Year of 1mg Fin + 2% Keto shampoo 2x a week

      in Progress Pictures  294 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who has had success with 1 mg of finasteride and 2% keto shampoo used twice weekly, as well as other treatments such as oral minoxidil, spiro, and RU58841 potentially being considered in the future for further hair growth.

      community Minoxidil alternative with a week long half-life? Why isn’t it possible?

      in Satire 3 years ago
      This conversation discussed the potential for a hair loss treatment alternative to minoxidil, with many users debating the economic and health implications of such an option. Some suggested that finasteride could be used as an alternative, while others argued that this would ultimately not benefit pharmaceutical companies due to their reliance on planned obsolescence.

      community Just checked my hormones before starting Fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is considering starting finasteride for hair loss and shares their hormone levels, with others suggesting checking SHBG and discussing potential side effects. Some recommend starting with 0.5 mg finasteride, while others suggest considering dutasteride.

      community Something I wish I knew about hairloss 10 years ago

      in Treatment  103 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair transplants can initially yield good results, but native hair is more reliable, and transplanted hair may still be lost over time. Early intervention with treatments like topical finasteride and minoxidil is recommended, but it's important to start with lower doses and manage expectations realistically.

      community Can anyone confidently say their erections are the same on fin ?

      in Chat  240 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the impact of finasteride on sexual function, with many users reporting reduced libido and weaker erections despite continuing the treatment to prevent hair loss. Some users suggest checking hormone levels or switching to different dosages or treatments like dutasteride, while others share mixed experiences regarding the severity of side effects.

      community Can someone help me understand my blood test results?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is taking 1mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil, 28mg iron, vitamin D3 + K2, and Selenium daily. They are concerned about their receding hairline despite good hair density and crown.