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      community Extreme Shedding/Hair Loss 7 months on Fin

      in Transgender  233 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 20-year-old FTM individual started finasteride for hair loss with initial success but experienced increased shedding after 7 months. They are considering oral minoxidil as advised by their doctor to address the worsening hair loss.

      community Is there a way to lower DHT without gaining weight?

      in Female  51 upvotes 1 week ago
      A 32-year-old female seeks ways to lower DHT without weight gain, experiencing issues with spiro and saw palmetto. Suggestions include topical finasteride, low-dose oral therapies, and checking various health markers.

      community 19 year old male and Finasteride

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 19-year-old male with hair loss and gynecomastia is considering starting finasteride after trying various treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo and consulting dermatologists. He has chronic telogen effluvium and seborrheic dermatitis, with normal testosterone and thyroid levels but low platelet count.

      community (17M) Hair loss and Cystic Acnes / Dutasteride

      in Finasteride  109 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 17-year-old is using Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss, experiencing hair shedding and cystic acne. They are considering Dutasteride for acne but are concerned about potential side effects on genital development.

      community Finasteride vs RU58841 vs Dutasteride for MPB, Diffuse Thinning, or Retrograde Alopecia

      in Minoxidil  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is seeking advice on the best treatment for male pattern baldness, diffuse thinning, and retrograde alopecia, comparing the effectiveness of finasteride, RU58841, and dutasteride, and considering whether to add minoxidil or switch to dutasteride or combine treatments. They are currently on finasteride and are contemplating if adding RU58841 or switching to dutasteride is better, and also asking about the comparison between pyrilutamide and RU58841.

      community M22 with 2 years of treatment min/fin/microneedle/ketoconazole

      in Is this regrowth?  10 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 22-year-old male has been using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole for hair loss treatment over two years, experiencing some regrowth and maintenance. He reports side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction, and slight libido impact from minoxidil.

      community 9-Month Routine Update. Advice?

      in Update  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 9 months with little improvement and is now switching to 5mg oral Minoxidil, continuing microneedling, and adding Anagenil Complex. They are seeking advice on whether to stop topical Minoxidil and the effectiveness of Anagenil Complex.

      community Clascoterone is the way to go if you cannot use DHT blockers

      in Chat  11 upvotes 2 months ago
      Clascoterone is suggested as an alternative for those who experience side effects from finasteride and dutasteride. It is not widely available yet, but some users are obtaining it from compounding pharmacies or suppliers like Echemi.

      community Pyrilutamide cease and desist from Kintor

      in Transplants  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      Considering a hair transplant, using Pyrilutamide, the potential availability of CosmeRNA, and the significance of taking Minoxidil and Finasteride for long-term results.

      community Effect of finasteride if you already have low testosterone?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old with a history of hair loss, low testosterone, and other health issues is seeking advice on treatments. They are considering options like topical and oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, PRP therapy, tretinoin, and microneedling.

      community UPDATE - 7 months 2,5 dutatesteride

      in Update  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user continues to experience hair loss despite using dutasteride 2.5mg, minoxidil 5mg, and ciclopirox shampoo, and plans to reassess after one year. Others report similar issues with dutasteride, with some switching to finasteride or adding RU58841.

      community Oral Minoxidil Secret Very important

      in Minoxidil  237 upvotes 11 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause side effects like shortness of breath and constipation, which may be reduced by taking it in the morning. Some users experience no side effects, while others switch to topical treatments or adjust their dosage and timing to manage symptoms.

      community Finasteride treatment after 15 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  14 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 15 months but is experiencing constant hair shedding, similar to telogen effluvium, despite stable widow peaks. They have checked for vitamin and mineral deficiencies, consulted specialists, and are considering further investigation like a scalp biopsy.

      community Almost 3 months on pyrilutamide

      in Treatment  32 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's experience with Pyrilutamide, which they have been taking for 3 months to treat their aggressive male pattern baldness. The user reported that the medication decreased shedding and was hopeful it would work as advertised.

      community Dutasteride questions

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Switching to dutasteride as a hair loss prevention treatment, along with minoxidil, dermarolling and nizoral shampoo, and the potential benefits and side effects of using finasteride and/or dutasteride in combination with topical anti-androgens like RU58841.

      community Continued loss after 2 years on treatment

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been on Dutasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss but is experiencing continued thinning and is considering increasing Minoxidil usage, switching to oral Minoxidil, increasing Dutasteride dosage, or trying other treatments like pyril or RU58841. They are seeking advice from others with similar experiences.

      community The 'DHT itch' is real - notes from a casual bodybuilder

      in Chat  115 upvotes 1 year ago
      The "DHT itch" is real and likely due to inflammation at the hair follicle, exacerbated by increased testosterone or androgens. Treatments mentioned include dutasteride, minoxidil, finasteride, and various topical solutions.

      community Hair loss steps, guide to beginners or anyone experiencing hair loss

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment regimen involving finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, bicalutamide, oral estradiol, microneedling, and minoxidil. The regimen aims to reduce androgenic alopecia by blocking DHT and androgens, with a caution about potential feminizing effects.

      community Kintor Phase 2 Results released KX-826 (pyrilutamide)

      in Research/Science  444 upvotes 3 years ago
      Kintor Pharmaceutical's Phase 2 results with the drug Pyrilutamide, a potential alternative to 5-ARI drugs like Finasteride and Dutasteride but without the side effects. It could be used in combination with other topical treatments such as Minoxidil. The safety of the drug has been demonstrated in 6 months of use, however there are still questions about long term efficacy and systemic absorption.

      community Minoxidil: How It Changes the Scalp Hormone Environment

      in Research/Science  80 upvotes 4 months ago
      Minoxidil increases blood supply to the scalp, strengthening dormant follicles and extending the growth phase, but may increase scalp activity that can be countered with DHT blockers. Women experiencing side effects from finasteride or dutasteride for hair loss might consider alternatives like estrogen, especially if on birth control.

      community Why did my body hair increase on Finasteride?

      in General  99 upvotes 11 months ago
      Finasteride use led to increased body hair and shedding, possibly due to Reflex Hyperandrogenicity. The user is considering trying Finasteride again and seeks advice on whether to proceed.
      Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      community Topical Dutasteride - Non-Hormonal, Side Effect Free 5ARI?

      in Treatments  451 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical dutasteride is suggested as a low side-effect treatment for hair loss, with a proposed dose of 0.025% 1ml/day. It is considered better than finasteride due to its even inhibition of DHT isoforms and lower systemic absorption.