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      community Not smoking/vaping made a world of difference

      in Treatment  15 upvotes 5 years ago
      Quitting smoking and vaping, along with taking spirulina, improved hair thickness for some users. Others noted that smoking, vaping, and drinking may contribute to hair thinning.

      community 1 Month oral castor oil progress

      in Progress Pictures  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      OP used castor oil, ketoconazole shampoo, and biotin tablets for hair growth, reporting significant beard growth and faster hair growth on the scalp, but with stomach issues from castor oil. OP also used finasteride and recommended starting with 1ml of castor oil, noting that while hair grew faster, density did not significantly increase.

      community Unexpected Hair Growth

       6 upvotes 8 years ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced unexpected hair growth and improved skin and nails after adding daily vegetable juices, including carrot, spinach, celery, and beet, to his diet. He is not using any other treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841.

      community Before and after 1 year of oral fin + topic min still 0 improvements

      in Is this regrowth?  35 upvotes 1 day ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically the lack of improvement after one year of using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Suggestions include switching to stronger medications like dutasteride and oral minoxidil, considering a hair transplant, and possibly using microneedling or tretinoin.

      community My 5 year hair loss journey on Min & Fin.

      in Progress Pictures  1077 upvotes 4 days ago
      A user shared their 5-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride, noting significant hair improvements without side effects. Consistency, a positive mindset, and lifestyle changes like a healthier diet and better sleep were key to their success.

      community Genomic Sequencing for Hair Loss

      in Research/Science  156 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and potential mRNA therapies are discussed. There is skepticism about targeting specific genes due to the complex genetic nature of hair loss.

      community Regrew my hair - 18 month update

      in Progress Pictures  2275 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user claimed significant hair regrowth over 18 months using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamping, and supplements without a transplant. Commenters were skeptical, suspecting a hair system might be involved.

      community 2 years of dut, 1 year of loss 24m

      in Progress Pictures  520 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth with dutasteride but later lost progress despite using minoxidil foam and dermastamping. Suggestions included reducing dermastamping frequency, conducting blood tests, and considering oral minoxidil or different brands of dutasteride.

      community I'm convinced creatine causes hair loss for me

      in Product  177 upvotes 1 month ago
      Creatine is believed by some to cause hair loss, potentially by increasing DHT levels, despite conflicting evidence. Users report mixed results when combining creatine with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.

      community How is dht not beneficial to you?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  111 upvotes 2 months ago
      DHT is important for sexual function and mood, but finasteride and dutasteride can reduce DHT, causing side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. These treatments are effective for hair loss, but their impact on DHT leads to debate.

      community My finasteride progress in a 6 month

      in Progress Pictures  1263 upvotes 2 months ago
      Successful hair regrowth after six months using finasteride and topical minoxidil, with minimal side effects like anxiety. Finasteride was the main treatment, and minoxidil supported regrowth.

      community Why Breezula Won’t Work for Everyone.

      in Chat  30 upvotes 2 months ago
      Breezula, a new topical hair loss treatment, is expected to be expensive, with an estimated cost of €300 per month, making it less accessible compared to cheaper alternatives like finasteride. Some users discuss the potential for cheaper generics from countries like China and India, while others debate the effectiveness and pricing strategy of Breezula compared to other treatments like minoxidil and RU58841.

      community I am losing hope and starting to think this is a scam

      in Minoxidil  39 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is frustrated with hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, which have been ineffective and caused scalp itching. They are skeptical about these treatments' effectiveness and consider alternative options like ketoconazole shampoo and RU58841.

      community Balding really does affect you sometimes

      in Chat  226 upvotes 3 months ago
      A person is worried about balding affecting their relationship and is using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are advised to be honest with their partner and focus on self-acceptance, as many people don't care about hair loss.

      community (MTF 35) Results of 18 Months of HRT

      in Transgender  775 upvotes 3 months ago
      A transgender woman experienced significant hair regrowth after 18 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estrogen and bicalutamide. The discussion notes HRT's effectiveness for hair regrowth but warns against its use for cisgender men due to feminizing effects.

      community Update on my progress after 5 month of taking fin/min

      in Progress Pictures  718 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been taking 1 mg of finasteride and 6 drops of minoxidil orally per day for five months, experiencing increased hair shedding but also noticing denser and fuller hair according to friends. Despite the shedding, the user is happy with the progress and has not experienced significant side effects, though they caution against the risks of taking minoxidil orally.

      community Hair loss research is a money grab

      in Chat  227 upvotes 5 months ago
      Hair loss is linked to DHT, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil being common but not definitive. Economic interests influence research, and there is potential for new treatments like PP405 and RU58841.

      community Derma told me to quit finastirde

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  276 upvotes 5 months ago
      A dermatologist advised stopping finasteride after 3-6 months, but many users disagreed, stating it should be used indefinitely to maintain hair. Users recommended finding a new dermatologist due to the perceived misinformation.

      community My 2-Year Journey – Meds Finally Kicking In

      in Progress Pictures  347 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced shedding after two years of using finasteride, minoxidil, and a laser helmet, along with maintaining scalp health with specific shampoos. Consistency and patience were key to their success, despite initial heavy shedding.