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      community Any treatment not nuking systemic DHT levels?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss treatments that avoid significantly lowering systemic DHT levels, focusing on topical options like dutasteride mesotherapy, minoxidil, and ketoconazole. The user is exploring alternatives like KX-826 and RU58841 due to concerns about hormone levels.

      community How is dht not beneficial to you?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  111 upvotes 4 months ago
      DHT is important for sexual function and mood, but finasteride and dutasteride can reduce DHT, causing side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. These treatments are effective for hair loss, but their impact on DHT leads to debate.

      community My progress after 4-5 months of taking meds

      in Progress Pictures  411 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth after 4-5 months using oral minoxidil (10mg) and finasteride (1mg) without side effects. Concerns were raised about the high dosage of minoxidil and potential long-term health risks.

      community Creatine and hair loss...you're not crazy.

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing hair loss in some people, though experiences vary. Treatments like finasteride or minoxidil are suggested to manage potential hair loss.

      community Crown Christmas Miracle: Back From the Dead 💀

      in Progress Pictures  2109 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 42-year-old man achieved significant hair regrowth in seven months using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and supplements. He experienced minimal side effects and noted dramatic improvements in hair thickness and health.

      community Minoxidil works amazingly, you just need to give it time.

      in Minoxidil  326 upvotes 6 months ago
      Minoxidil can effectively promote hair regrowth with consistent use, but results differ among individuals. Some recommend combining it with finasteride for better long-term results, though OP chooses to use only minoxidil and accepts the possibility of going bald.

      community 16 years later - Before and After

      in Progress Pictures  348 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user shared their 16-year hair loss journey using finasteride and minoxidil, noting slow hair thinning despite a family history of severe balding. They switched from topical to oral minoxidil but stopped for personal reasons, experiencing no significant side effects from finasteride.

      community Don’t do like me. Don’t take a long break from Fin and Min

      in Chat  124 upvotes 7 months ago
      Stopping finasteride and minoxidil can cause significant hair shedding, so they should be continued indefinitely. Concerns about finasteride affecting fertility or causing birth defects are mostly unfounded, but some stop for personal reasons.

      community Hairline itch when hairline’s receding

      in Chat  80 upvotes 7 months ago
      Hair loss treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Users discuss "DHT itch" at receding hairlines and suggest using dutasteride or ketoconazole shampoo for relief.

      community 1 year of 1mg finasteride a day

      in Progress Pictures  305 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user has been taking 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, maintaining hair density without regrowth. They are considering oral minoxidil for regrowth, avoiding topical minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats, despite concerns about heart side effects.

      community Lost all my progress bc I went to jail :(

      in Update  67 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user lost hair progress while in jail due to stopping treatments like oral dutasteride, topical applications, and ketoconazole shampoo. They plan to restart their regimen and hope to recover in about 18 months.

      community 12 Months 1mg Oral Fin 5mg Min

      in Progress Pictures  394 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 24-year-old user shared their 12-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement after initially starting with 2.5mg minoxidil. They experienced no side effects and noted thicker eyelashes, with results becoming noticeable around the 9th or 10th month.

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

      in Is this regrowth?  599 upvotes 8 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 Balding hair style feedback and advice

      in Styling  127 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 20-year-old with aggressive hair loss is using oral minoxidil and finasteride, considering a buzz cut to manage appearance. Most suggest a buzz cut or shaving, recommending patience with medication and possibly trying RU58841 or dutasteride.

      community Its just getting worse and worse

      in Progress Pictures  704 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 26-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using minoxidil and dutasteride. Suggestions include shaving his head, trying oral minoxidil, or considering a hair transplant.

      community Go bald/buzzed, fellas. Your life will improve.

      in Chat  227 upvotes 10 months ago
      Buzzing or shaving your head can boost confidence and save money on hair loss treatments. Some prefer treatments like finasteride and minoxidil to maintain their hair.

      community Topical minoxidil + Oral Finasteride 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  92 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical Minoxidil and oral Finasteride over five months, with darker and thicker hair and new follicles appearing. They are considering waiting 1-2 years before deciding on a hair transplant, as further improvement is expected.

      community [22m] Is it time for a transplant?

      in Progress Pictures  56 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride and is considering a hair transplant but lacks funds. The discussion includes advice on treatments like dutasteride, microneedling, and lifestyle changes, with mixed opinions on the timing and effectiveness of a transplant at a young age.

      community I think this is my stop, gentlepeople. So long and thanks for all the data 👋

      in Transgender  2263 upvotes 11 months ago
      A user shared their successful experience with hair regrowth and transitioning from male to female using minoxidil, finasteride, Nutrafol, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). They expressed gratitude for the results and encouraged others to explore treatments that align with their personal goals.