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      community Doctor told me not to take fin.

      in Transplants  17 upvotes 3 months ago
      A doctor advised against taking finasteride after a hair transplant, suggesting the patient had reached their final balding pattern, but many users disagreed, recommending medications like minoxidil and finasteride to prevent further hair loss. The consensus was to seek a second opinion, as the advice seemed financially motivated rather than medically sound.

      community GT20029 Big Phase 2 Update Results!

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 4 months ago
      GT20029 showed promising results for hair growth in a Phase II trial, with the 1.0% twice-weekly regimen being the most effective. Some users expressed skepticism and humor about the product's effects and market availability.

      community Can we get a reality check on PP405?

      in Research/Science  83 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 is a promising hair loss treatment that may outperform minoxidil and finasteride by reviving dormant follicles and promoting significant regrowth. Results from ongoing trials are awaited, with a potential market release between 2028-2030.

      community Why so much hate for PP405 all of a sudden?

      in Technology  48 upvotes 7 months ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment facing mixed reactions due to initial hype and insufficient data. Some are hopeful, but many doubt its effectiveness compared to minoxidil and finasteride.

      community My final attempt at creatine with fin

      in Product  41 upvotes 8 months ago
      Creatine may cause hair shedding and texture changes, with mixed user experiences. Combining creatine with finasteride doesn't always prevent these effects, possibly due to individual DHT sensitivity.

      community About those dutasteride studies 😒

      in Research/Science  21 upvotes 11 months ago
      Dutasteride studies for hair loss are often sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline, raising concerns about potential bias. Despite this, some users report positive results with dutasteride and oral minoxidil, while others remain skeptical of industry-funded research.

      community Treatments not working (Need suggestions)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old experiencing significant hair loss despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy seeks advice. Suggestions include adding microneedling, checking for vitamin deficiencies or thyroid issues, and considering a scalp biopsy for other conditions.

      community (29M) a four month journey into confidenceland

      in Progress Pictures  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old man shares his positive experience with hair loss treatment using finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo over four months, noting significant hair regrowth and increased confidence. He plans to continue the regimen with occasional breaks and emphasizes the importance of critically evaluating information about treatment side effects.

      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 Accepting the fact that i cant stop it.

      in Chat  64 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shares their struggle with hair loss despite trying treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, and expresses frustration over ineffective medical advice and a failed hair transplant. Others in the conversation suggest alternative treatments, acceptance of baldness, and focusing on other life aspects.

      community Having androgen receptor density and sensitivity at wrong f*ing place

      in Satire  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.

      community Discussion on Finasteride and life.

      in Chat  166 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.

      community 1 month of using fin, so happy

      in Progress Pictures  862 upvotes 1 year ago
      User had a hair transplant and used a finasteride and minoxidil spray for 6 months with no results. After adding finasteride tablets for 1 month, they saw significant hair growth improvement.

      community Vegan Protein Powder Make Loss Worse?

      in Female  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing genetic hair loss and is using spironolactone and minoxidil without success. They are considering switching to vegan protein powder due to digestive issues and are concerned if it will worsen hair loss.

      community My Experience and a Discourse on "DUPA"

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user discusses their hair loss experience, exploring various hypotheses including thyroid levels, vitamin D, DHEA, nutritional deficiency, diabetes, seborrheic dermatitis, lack of nutrition to hair follicles, chronic inflammation, female pattern hair loss causes, cortisol, and prolactin levels. They are currently using finasteride, beta-sitosterol, and have tried topical dutasteride and microneedling therapy.

      community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

      in Research/Science  235 upvotes 2 years ago
      Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community Another clueless guy fearmongering and spreading misinformation

      in Chat  251 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with some users advocating for finasteride and minoxidil, while others express concerns about potential side effects of finasteride. A social media influencer is criticized for promoting scalp massages and minoxidil over finasteride, which some believe is misinformation.

      community 2.5 months topical minoxidil Progress

      in Progress Pictures  443 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's hair regrowth after 2.5 months using topical minoxidil. Some suggest adding finasteride for long-term results, while others share their experiences with side effects or alternative treatments like dermarolling and dietary improvements.

      community 2 months on topical 5% min+ 0.1% fin

      in Progress Pictures  377 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their progress after using a topical treatment combining 5% Minoxidil and 0.1% Finasteride for two months to address hair loss at the temples. They apply 5ml nightly without side effects and plan to switch to a different brand soon.