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      community Male baldness - tried everything - emotionally tired....

      in Chat  39 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 30-year-old man is frustrated with hair loss despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and PRP. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant.

      community 52 y.o. here. After being on 1 mg finasteride on and off since almost 30 years ago (consistently on for the past 9 years), I'm switching to dutasteride as of today.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  98 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 52-year-old is switching from finasteride to dutasteride to address crown balding, despite concerns about potential side effects. They have used finasteride for nearly 30 years, had a minor hair transplant, and are considering further treatments if dutasteride doesn't improve their condition.

      community Conceived on low dose topical fin (.025%), anyone else?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user expressed concern about using low-dose topical finasteride while conceiving, but was reassured that the risk of affecting a fetus is negligible. The user stopped using finasteride during pregnancy and switched to minoxidil and ketoconazole, while others shared experiences and advice on using these treatments safely.

      community 18M Diffuse thinning with 7ng/mL Vit D. Is it just the deficiency or is 0.5mg Fin mandatory?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 month ago
      An 18-year-old with diffuse hair thinning is considering switching from a topical Minoxidil 10% + Finasteride 0.1% solution to Minoxidil 5% foam and oral Finasteride 0.5mg, while also addressing vitamin D deficiency and potential scalp inflammation. Users suggest using Nizoral shampoo for inflammation, considering dutasteride for better results, and maintaining vitamin D levels to protect hair follicles from DHT.

      community 2nd Year Update FINASTERIDE ONLY from the PHILIPPINEE

      in Progress Pictures  235 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 48-year-old male from the Philippines shared his two-year progress using finasteride only for hair regrowth, experiencing significant improvement without minoxidil. He started with 0.5mg and increased to 1.25mg, later adjusting to every other day due to elevated liver enzymes, and reported 90% hair restoration.

      community Alexander skarsgard on finasteride?

      in Chat  161 upvotes 3 months ago
      Alexander Skarsgard likely uses finasteride to maintain his hair, as many Hollywood actors do. Some suggest he might have had a hair transplant or naturally maintains a mature hairline.

      community How do I look? - Hair transplant update.

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their hair transplant update, having received 4,300 grafts and choosing not to use medications like finasteride or minoxidil due to potential side effects and personal reasons. Many commenters expressed concern that without these medications, the user might experience further hair loss, suggesting that preventative treatments are important for maintaining transplant results.

      community Stopping fin after 1.8 Years??!!

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is considering stopping finasteride after 1.8 years due to concerns about side effects and is exploring alternatives like minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are also considering microneedling and are advised to wait for new treatments like breezula/clascoterone.

      community finastride and minxidil have changed my life

      in Progress Pictures  98 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using 1mg finasteride and 5% topical minoxidil daily, showing significant improvement in hair density over six months. The conversation includes supportive comments and questions about the treatment details, such as whether finasteride was taken orally or topically and if microneedling was used.
      21M Concerned About Temple Recession: Minoxidil/Finasteride Worth It?

      community 21M Concerned About Temple Recession: Minoxidil/Finasteride Worth It?

      in General  203 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is considering using Minoxidil and Finasteride, but is concerned about lifelong dependency and seeks advice on permanent solutions. They are advised to act quickly, consider additional treatments like Dutasteride, and get blood tests to rule out other causes.

      community Topical FIN/MIN, Dermastamping, 2% ketoconazole and DHT blocking shampoo

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using topical 5% Minoxidil, 0.1% Finasteride, dermastamping, 2% ketoconazole, and a DHT-blocking shampoo with saw palmetto, caffeine, biotin, and argan oil for hair loss. Despite some baby hair growth on one side, the user is experiencing continued hairline recession and shedding, leading to distress.

      community Got into argument with my dermatologist, AITA?

      in General  198 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 20-year-old male is frustrated with his dermatologist for refusing to prescribe DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride, instead pushing for a hair transplant despite ongoing hair thinning. The user feels dismissed and unreasonably treated, and is advised by another user to find a better dermatologist and consider finasteride or dutasteride for effective treatment.

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

      in Chat  124 upvotes 5 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.
      Advice for my hairloss situation

      community Advice for my hairloss situation

      in General  190 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is considering hair restoration options after experiencing side effects from Minoxidil and avoiding Finasteride due to concerns about side effects. They are contemplating trying Finasteride or Dutasteride and possibly undergoing a hair transplant.

      community “Like a miracle growth” -My Dad

      in Is this regrowth?  497 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and topical treatments, with no side effects. They initially had issues with finasteride but found success with dutasteride, noting improved hair retention and no sexual side effects.

      community 7 years of maintenance without finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user maintained their hair for 7 years using alfatradiol, fluridil (later switched to pyrilutamide), minoxidil 5%, and Nizoral shampoo without finasteride due to side effects. Despite some family history of hair loss, the user believes their hair loss is not aggressive.

      community 6 Months on Oral Fin + Oral Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  866 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user shared their 6-month progress using oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvements with minimal side effects, such as slight erectile dysfunction that resolved. Other users discussed their experiences, concerns about side effects, and the effectiveness of these treatments.
      Progress in miniaturization or time to go to a psychiatrist?

      community Progress in miniaturization or time to go to a psychiatrist?

      in General  139 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 21-year-old is concerned about androgenic alopecia and has been using minoxidil for a year, noticing some stabilization in the hairline but fears using it on the whole scalp due to seborrheic dermatitis. Another person suggests considering a psychiatrist for stress management, using Nizoral shampoo, and possibly trying a small dose of finasteride.

      community Essential hair oils and other methods to maximise hair growth

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about maximizing hair growth using treatments like oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, caffeine and ketoconazole shampoos, biotin, omega-3, vitamin D supplements, microneedling, and various hair oils such as rosemary, castor, coconut, and peppermint. Users discuss the effectiveness of these methods and share personal experiences with hair oils for scalp health and hair maintenance.