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      Is this a shedding phase or am i losing my little gains ?

      community Is this a shedding phase or am i losing my little gains ?

      in General  79 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced hair loss since 2021, tried various treatments, and is currently using oral minoxidil and finasteride since December 2024. They are experiencing shedding, which is common when starting or stopping treatments, and are advised to continue the current regimen as it may stabilize over time.

      community 20M NW6 diffuse —> NW1 Fin/Dut

      in Progress Pictures  72 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared progress pictures showing improvement from NW6 diffuse to NW1 after 5 months of finasteride and 2 months of dutasteride. Another user asked if these treatments affected beard or body hair thickness.

      community Should I risk changing to Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is considering switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride for better hair regrowth, despite concerns about potential shedding and side effects. Opinions vary, with some suggesting the switch for stronger results and others advising caution due to possible side effects and the importance of consulting a doctor.

      community Androgenetic alopecia is a skin disease: DHT-mediated skin disorders

      in Research/Science  61 upvotes 2 years ago
      Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.

      community Could Finasteride theoretically induce chronic telogen effluvium?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced continuous hair shedding for 13 months after starting finasteride, suspecting it might cause chronic telogen effluvium, and considered switching to dutasteride or stopping medication. Other users suggested that finasteride doesn't cause hair loss, recommending dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss, while some advised against stopping medication.

      community Is RU558841 actually related to heart issues?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      RU58841 may cause heart-related side effects like palpitations and chest pain, though evidence is mostly anecdotal. Users report mixed experiences, with some stopping due to side effects and others using it without issues, but concerns about its safety and sourcing remain.

      community Hair thinning and gut health

       5 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning potentially linked to gut health issues and suggests biotin as a possible treatment. It also mentions that hair thinning could be due to male pattern baldness (MPB).

      community Started war against AGA, who’s gonna win ?

      in Minoxidil  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses various treatments for hair loss, including minoxidil, finasteride, and topical dutasteride, with users debating their effectiveness and side effects. Despite the treatments, many believe androgenetic alopecia (AGA) ultimately prevails in the long term.

      community Is finasteride from online providers legit ?

      in Female  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female with AGA is considering buying finasteride online due to its effectiveness at higher doses, despite concerns about legitimacy and potential scams. She has tried spironolactone without success and is seeking advice on purchasing finasteride from websites like minoxidilexpress.

      community Hairloss has destroyed my Life completely

      in Chat  339 upvotes 9 months ago
      A young person is distressed about rapid hair loss despite using finasteride and recently starting oral minoxidil. Many suggest continuing treatment, considering dutasteride, and seeking therapy for mental health support.

      community Fin/dut increase in estrogen and autoimmune diseases

      in Chat  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the link between increased estrogen and autoimmune diseases, with a focus on avoiding soy and milk. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.

      community Where are GT20029 phase II results?

      in Research/Science  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the anticipation of results for a hair loss treatment study, specifically for GT20029, with expectations for the results to be released in the first quarter of 2024. No specific treatments were discussed.

      community What If I want to have kids?

      in General  50 upvotes 5 months ago
      Concerns about the impact of hair loss treatments like finasteride on fertility and future children. The user is worried about reduced sperm count and quality due to lowered DHT levels.

      community First 3 months on Propecia

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      The user experienced no major negative symptoms from Propecia but noted ball throbbing and emotional inertia. They also used Minoxidil and observed increased focus and prolonged moods.

      community Why haven’t we seen anything about this

      in Research/Science  18 upvotes 5 years ago
      A double blind, placebo-controlled study that looked into the potential effectiveness of topical fluridil for treating male androgenetic alopecia, showing increased anagen to telogen ratios with no reported side effects on libido or sexual performance.

      community Dutasteride and Sperm Volume concern

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 days ago
      Dutasteride can significantly reduce sperm volume, with some users experiencing up to a 90% decrease. While some users report adaptation over time, others suggest switching to finasteride if side effects are too severe.

      community Dealing with people commenting on your hair

      in Chat  105 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss affects mental health, with negative comments from others being common. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used, and some focus on self-improvement and humor to handle societal judgments.

      community Alguien más le pasa esto por el minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 20-year-old male experienced mental fog after resuming topical minoxidil for hair loss, questioning if it's due to interactions with antidepressants. Suggestions included trying a lower concentration of minoxidil or alternatives like copper peptides.

      community Is the clinic diagnosis legit to you ?

      in Transplants  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The clinic diagnosed the user with NW3 and AGA, noting thinning hair despite using finasteride for 3 years, and suggested PRP and Mesotherapy before considering a transplant. The user questions the necessity of these treatments without confirming retrograde alopecia and its treatability.

      community 18M Experiencing Shedding and Side Effects on Finasteride 0.25mg ED

      in General  115 upvotes 8 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using minoxidil since March 2024 with good results but experienced sexual side effects from topical finasteride and oral finasteride, leading to stress and heavy hair shedding. They are concerned about the side effects of finasteride, potential initial shedding, and whether stopping finasteride will worsen hair loss.