The user had high DHT levels after 8 months on dutasteride, questioning the drug's authenticity. They got dutasteride from a legitimate source and will update on progress.
The conversation is about hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride and considering a switch to dutasteride due to hairline recession. Users suggest trying minoxidil or dermarolling before switching, while others recommend dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss.
A 40+ male shared his one-year progress using minoxidil twice daily and microneedling once a week, showing significant hair improvement. He also occasionally uses finasteride in a low dosage due to side effects.
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.
A user has been using oral minoxidil for 4 months and oral finasteride for over a year without side effects. Responses praise the user's hair regrowth and healthy appearance.
A user shared progress pictures after 4 months of using oral Minoxidil and Finasteride, noting significant hair growth and some greying. Replies praised the results and inquired about the user's age, who is 33.
A user stopped finasteride due to side effects and rapid hair loss, considering a hair system. Others suggested alternatives like dutasteride, minoxidil, and topical finasteride.
The user has been using finasteride and Alpecin shampoo for about three years, reporting thicker hair but an unchanged hairline. They are happy with their hair progress, noting the most improvement in the past five months, and mention a slight decrease in libido.
The conversation discusses different methods of applying Minoxidil to the scalp to avoid making hair greasy and clumpy. Suggestions include using Rogaine Foam, keeping hair short, applying with a comb and fingers, using a spray, and a technique involving a brush and dropper.
The user has been using finasteride for 6.5 months, topical minoxidil for about 4 months, and occasionally microneedling to treat hair loss, and is asking if the progress shown is appropriate for that time. Commenters are congratulating the user on the visible improvement.
The user has been using finasteride for five years and minoxidil foam for 1.5 years to combat hair loss, experiencing significant regrowth after an initial shedding phase with minoxidil. They shared progress pictures and discussed treatment experiences, including the addition of minoxidil to their regimen after noticing reduced efficacy with finasteride alone.
The user showed a one-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride only, after stopping minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They noticed hair growth around six or seven months into treatment.
The user is using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss and stopped derma stamping to prepare for a future hair transplant. They are considering adding tretinoin to their treatment.
A user shared their positive experience with finasteride over 1.5 years, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They also mentioned unsuccessful attempts with minoxidil and are considering a hair transplant to improve their hairline.
A user shared their hair loss journey, starting at age 18 and leading to depression and insecurity. They found improvement with finasteride and minoxidil after two years, and also recommended products like Mielle Rosemary Mint Growth Oil, Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Hair Masque, Kevin Murphy Hair Resort Spray, Brooklinen Silk Pillowcases, and It's a 10 Keratin Leave in Conditioner for maintaining hair quality.
The conversation is about a user considering the use of Ketoconazole 2% shampoo before showing signs of male pattern baldness (MPB) to potentially delay its onset, inspired by a YouTuber who uses the shampoo to reduce scalp DHT levels. The user's interest in this preventative measure stems from a family history of MPB.
The conclusion of the conversation is that experiencing shedding while using finasteride and minoxidil is a common occurrence, and it is likely a part of the hair growth cycle. Many users have reported regrowth and improvement in their hair density after the shedding phase.
The user "Mysterious_Aspect364" shared their progress with hair loss treatments. They have been using finasteride and minoxidil for a year and six months respectively. The replies mostly congratulate the user on their progress and suggest using a dermaroller with 1.0 needles on the hairline combined with minoxidil.
The user "LandB4TimeIn3D" shared their hair loss progress using finasteride (Fin) and minoxidil (Min). They experienced shedding for the first few years but saw significant regrowth after about 2-3 years. They also mentioned using topical liquid minoxidil twice a day.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, AdamC11, has been using finasteride (0.5mg daily) and topical minoxidil for 2.5 years and has seen good progression and maintenance with no negative effects. They plan to continue with their current treatments as long as their hair holds, and will consider more potent treatments if they start losing ground.
User experienced scalp itching and hair loss, but found relief with oral minoxidil. Others suggest "DHT itch" as a possible cause and recommend finasteride and ketoconazole to address it.
User noticed thinning hair at 18-19, started finasteride at 22 and minoxidil at 24, with positive results. Others shared hair loss experiences and treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants.
Hair loss treatments, including finasteride and dutasteride. It is suggested to try minoxidil with microneedling as an additional treatment for regrowth, and the user reports that it took around 6 months of taking 1mg of finasteride every day before seeing results.
Someone who is 18 and has been balding since 15 starting treatments with finasteride and minoxidil to stop or reverse their hair loss, as well as discussing the dilemma of whether it's rude or helpful to point out another person's hair loss.
This conversation is about a user who used finasteride and minoxidil over the course of three years to treat their hair loss, and they achieved great results. They experienced severe shedding when first beginning treatment but eventually saw very noticeable results after one year.
A dermatologist advised stopping dutasteride after six months and switching from whey to pea protein, but users disagreed, citing no evidence linking whey to hair loss. The original poster plans to continue dutasteride for six months and switch to pea protein for peace of mind.
A user's progress with treating their hair loss by using Minoxidil twice daily and finasteride once daily, as well as suggestions to add microneedling and avoid tying the hair back.
A user who reported positive results from using 1.0mg Finasteride daily and 1.5mm Microneedling every two weeks for eight months, as well as advice about adding Minoxidil to further improve the regrowth process.
There is no natural way to stop hair loss; pharmaceuticals like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are the only effective treatments. Some users report success with minoxidil and microneedling, while others discuss the side effects of finasteride.
Vitamin C mixed with shampoo stopped shedding and promoted hair regrowth after 1.5 years. Both the person and their wife experienced significant hair loss reduction with this method.