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      community Bloodwork after 8 months on finasteride, is this normal?

      in Update  28 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user on finasteride for 8 months shared bloodwork results showing increased testosterone and estradiol levels, with concerns about high LH. Responses advised monitoring for symptoms but noted levels are within reference ranges.

      community Thin spots over time even with Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  132 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their experience with Finasteride for hair loss, noting improvement but still some thinning. They plan to get a hair transplant to address remaining thin spots and strengthen their hairline.

      community I just made my own PRP - DIY PRP

      in Research/Science  552 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user who made their own Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss treatment at home, using their own blood and a centrifuge. The responses vary, with some users supporting the DIY approach to save money, others expressing concern about the safety and effectiveness of the method, and a few joking about the lengths people will go to combat hair loss.

      community Trans: Do I need to use Finnasteride?

      in Transgender 2 years ago
      A transgender individual is starting spironolactone and estradiol for hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and is considering adding finasteride to help with hair loss. They are also planning to use minoxidil and microneedle, but are unsure if they need to use another anti-androgen or more aggressive treatments. A respondent advises against using pyri and suggests waiting to see if the HRT alone is sufficient before becoming dependent on minoxidil.

      community RU58841 is now on Amazon. Is this legit?

      in Product  14 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU58841, a hair loss treatment, is available on Amazon, but its legitimacy is questioned due to sketchy reviews and lack of lab reports. Some users report seeing results, while others experience negative side effects.

      community 3 months on 1 mg of finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 2 years ago
      User shares 3-month progress on 1 mg finasteride daily, experiencing increased appetite as a side effect. They also use microneedling, topical minoxidil, and mielle rosemary mint scalp and hair strengthening oil.

      community Dutasteride is my last Hope ??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      User tried topical and oral finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss without success. ButterscotchSea3159 suggests using Dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and possibly RU for better results.

      community Success using NMN and quercetin.

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      OP experienced hair improvement using NMN and quercetin after stopping finasteride, but later resumed finasteride due to shedding. They believe NMN and quercetin still help with hair loss.

      community Around 11 months of progress on hairloss medication.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  344 upvotes 3 years ago
      Royal_Woodpecker0007: Hahaha . No i am not naked . This conversation is about Royal_Woodpecker0007's 11-month progress on hair loss medications, including topical finasteride and minoxidil, as well as oral finasteride and keto 1% shampoo. The treatments have shown positive results, reducing his hairfall from 200 hairs per day to 40-50, and thickening his hairline. He plans to wait another year before considering a transplant.

      community 3 months on minoxidil and microneedling alone

      in Progress Pictures  634 upvotes 3 years ago
      This conversation was about a user's progress pictures from using minoxidil and microneedling to treat hair loss. Other users suggested finasteride as an additional treatment, while cautioning that the drug could have permanent side effects.

      community 6 months on topical dut (album linked)

      in Progress Pictures  20 upvotes 3 years ago
      The post and conversation are about a user's 6-month progress using topical dutasteride, 8% minoxidil, tretinoin, 2% ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, oral finasteride, pumpkin seed oil, Vitamin D3, a men's multivitamin, rosemary oil, and 5% minoxidil foam for hair loss treatment.

      community 18/M 5 month transformation with RU58841 and minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  442 upvotes 4 years ago
      An 18-year-old shared a 5-month hair transformation using RU58841 and minoxidil, reporting no side effects and crediting most regrowth to minoxidil. Opinions on RU58841 are mixed, with some users and a YouTuber moving away from it due to side effects and lack of studies.

      community Triple Hair TH-16 released. Thoughts and opinions?

      in Product  34 upvotes 4 years ago
      Triple Hair's TH-16, a product claimed to be more effective than Minoxidil 5%, has been released; it contains melatonin and resveratrol. One user reported success with topical melatonin and dermarolling.

      community Good hair days; finastride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  16 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user expresses positivity about managing hair loss and celebrates good hair days. They mention using finasteride (Propecia) as part of their treatment.

      community Green tea/ soy Isoflavones supplements for MPB

      in Product  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Green tea extract and soy isoflavones may help with hair loss by inhibiting DHT and providing additional health benefits. Combining these with finasteride and possibly using nizoral shampoo could enhance effectiveness in managing hair loss.

      community Anyone use hair fiber products like Toppik?

      in Question  21 upvotes 6 years ago
      User phoenixblue asked about hair fiber products like Toppik and if they cause hair loss by clogging pores. Replies suggested that Toppik is safe, but effectiveness varies; some users experienced no hair loss, while others had issues with color or sweating.

      community Women's Reactions

       14 upvotes 8 years ago
      Balding can make dating more challenging, especially with superficial attitudes, but confidence and fitness can help. Some embrace shaving their heads, while others focus on self-improvement and acceptance.

      community Libido on Finasteride

       3 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of finasteride on libido, with the original poster experiencing a significant decrease in sexual desire after starting the medication. Other users share similar experiences and suggest potential remedies, including Vitamin E supplementation and lifestyle changes like avoiding pornography.

      community My 5 months Hair Transplant Surgery update.

      in Progress Pictures  853 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 27-year-old actor shared his positive experience with two hair transplant surgeries, highlighting the importance of customization and detail for a natural look. He is taking finasteride to prevent future hair loss.

      community How to cope with starting fin/dut too late

      in Chat  9 upvotes 6 months ago
      Regret over not starting hair loss treatments like finasteride and minoxidil earlier, leading to significant hair loss. Users discuss coping strategies, including buzzing hair, staying on medications, and considering future treatments.

      community Dht kills hair, but no one says why?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  40 upvotes 7 months ago
      DHT affects hair follicles, contributing to hair loss, but the exact mechanism is unclear. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, though they may have side effects and varying effectiveness.