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      community Stopping finasteride for chemo

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user diagnosed with lymphoma is advised to stop finasteride during chemotherapy, with suggestions to consider treatments like Dutasteride and Minoxidil post-recovery. The focus is on prioritizing health over hair loss, with encouragement and advice from others who have experienced similar situations.

      community 9 months on fin/min/microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male experienced hair regrowth and improved hair health after using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling for nine months, with initial shedding but no significant side effects. Users discussed similar experiences with hair styling difficulties and shared tips for managing hair texture and side effects.

      community Has anyone experienced this? Loss of density with DUT. please help

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride led to hair density loss, prompting consideration of returning to finasteride. Consistency with dutasteride and adding RU58841 did not prevent the loss, and users suggest giving dutasteride more time or consulting a dermatologist.

      community 4 years doing treatment. Should I get an hair transplant?

      in Progress Pictures  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old using minoxidil and dutasteride for hair loss has seen significant improvement but is considering a hair transplant for a more defined hairline. Most responses suggest the hair looks good, advise against a transplant, and recommend patience or trying microneedling or tretinoin.

      community I have tried many treatments but it's getting worse. 23M.

      in Treatment  90 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male experiencing worsening hair loss has tried topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, Progesterone, Hydrocortisone butyrate, and Ketoconazole. He is considering switching to oral Finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of improvement.

      community 1.25mg oral minoxidil-3 month progress

      in Progress Pictures  633 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 44-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth after switching from topical to 1.25mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg daily finasteride, with no side effects. He noticed hair thickening after two months and credits the oral form's effectiveness.

      community The Theory of BURN THE SCALP. !! NEW UPDATES¡¡¡

      in Update  124 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a user's experiment with using hot water and a dermastamp to reduce hair loss, improve dandruff, and promote new hair growth. The user advises caution and mentions not sharing photos until more progress is visible.

      community 3 month progress on fin min, progress??

      in Progress Pictures  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is three months into using topical finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin for hair loss, noticing slight improvement in hair density. They plan to continue treatment and expect more visible results between 6 to 9 months, with the goal of stabilizing hair loss and possibly achieving some regrowth.

      community 4 months on dut and topical min as a 23 year old

      in Progress Pictures  76 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old shares progress in hair quality after 4 months using dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and other treatments, noting improved crown thickness but persistent temple thinning. They switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and started testosterone replacement therapy, which they believe helps mitigate side effects.

      community Day 0 - 33 - 31M min 5%, Dut 0.5mg/daily, + more

      in Progress Pictures  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 31-year-old male is using a hair loss treatment routine that includes daily 0.5mg dutasteride, 5% minoxidil, microneedling, biotin, vitamin D, omega-3 supplements, and alternating shampoos to restore hair density. He reports no side effects or noticeable regrowth yet but feels optimistic about the process.

      community 4 month progress. Oral fin and topical min

      in Progress Pictures  1443 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 4-month hair regrowth progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, reporting no side effects and positive feedback on their appearance. The post sparked debate, with many users doubting the authenticity of the photos, while others congratulated the user on their impressive results.

      community Finasteride & Dutasteride success!

      in Progress Pictures  818 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss and initially used Finasteride, but switched to Dutasteride after continued shedding. Dutasteride stabilized their hair density with mild side effects, and they did not use Minoxidil.

      community 3 months on low dose Topical Fin + Min

      in Progress Pictures  102 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using Essengen 6+ (a mix of low-dose topical finasteride and minoxidil) for three months, seeing positive results, especially on the crown area. They also use Nizoral for dandruff and dermaroll weekly.

      community Progress from April to November

      in Is this regrowth?  269 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 35-year-old used 5% topical minoxidil for 10 years and started finasteride 8 months ago due to minoxidil's reduced effectiveness over time. The user reports significant hair regrowth with finasteride, despite minoxidil maintaining hair for years.

      community 26 male 1 year 9 month therapy (fin,min,dut, micro needling)

      in Progress Pictures  442 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male shared his hair loss treatment journey using finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and microneedling, noting dissatisfaction with hair thickness but hoping for improvement. Users discussed side effects, treatment effectiveness, and shared personal experiences with similar treatments.

      community Do hair follicles dies or are dormant ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.

      community An *insane* RU58841 success story

      in Progress Pictures  95 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841, oral and topical minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo led to significant hair regrowth, though some suspect a hair transplant. Concerns about RU58841's side effects, like anxiety and heart issues, were discussed.

      community Nearly 4 months of topical minoxidil and finasteride - keep going?

      in Progress Pictures  55 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for nearly four months, along with derma rolling and Nizoral, and is seeing noticeable hair regrowth and thickening, especially around the temples and crown. They are considering continuing the treatment and possibly trying oral finasteride, but are cautious due to a history of depression.

      community Why does finasteride stop working?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may seem less effective over time due to increased DHT sensitivity or aging, but it still suppresses DHT. Switching to dutasteride offers stronger DHT suppression but may increase estrogen levels.

      community Does anyone else have experience with Patented Growth Factors (PGF) Treatments / experiences with depression on Fin/Min/Dut?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is exploring hair loss treatments, including Patented Growth Factors (PGF) and a serum with Copper Peptide, Ceramides, Amino Acids, and Caffeine, while expressing concerns about the cost and effectiveness of PGF. They are also considering starting finasteride due to doubts about PGF's long-term viability and are seeking experiences from others who have used these treatments alongside antidepressants.

      community I wanna say this is progress…am I trippin?

      in Is this regrowth?  163 upvotes 1 year ago
      OP has been using minoxidil (topical 5%) and finasteride (oral 1.25mg daily) for 2 months and is unsure if there's hair regrowth or if it's just a haircut illusion. Mixed responses from others, some see progress, others attribute changes to the haircut.

      community Hair Cafe vid: low dose dutasteride ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering using 0.5 mg dutasteride once every 5 or 7 days due to side effects from finasteride and is also looking into topical liposomal dutasteride and pyrilutamide to stop hair loss. The goal is to stop hair loss, not regrow hair.

      community Hair loss treatment tier list by Dr Oscar Muñoz

      in Treatment  928 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dr. Oscar Muñoz's hair loss treatment tier list suggests oral minoxidil and finasteride are highly effective, while topical treatments like RU58841 and microneedling are less effective. Users discuss the effectiveness of various treatments, with some favoring oral options for their practicality and higher response rates.

      community Why is it "not right" to start off with Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  60 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses whether it's better to start hair loss treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Opinions vary, but many suggest starting with finasteride due to its shorter half-life and easier management of side effects, while others argue dutasteride is more effective and has fewer side effects.