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      community Question to people who shed on RU58841

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after using RU58841, a hair loss treatment, and had to undergo a hair transplant to rectify the damage. They're asking others who've used RU58841 about their experiences, particularly if they also experienced shedding, if their hair grew back, when they started using RU, and other related questions.

      community So what is the actual efficacy of topical minoxidil?

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 7 months ago
      Minoxidil can stimulate hair growth but does not prevent long-term hair loss, while finasteride or dutasteride is necessary to address DHT and maintain hair. Family hair history may not predict individual outcomes, and combining treatments like microneedling can enhance results.

      community Just Minoxidil 5% twice a day for 5 months

      in Progress Pictures  584 upvotes 8 months ago
      Significant hair regrowth was achieved using 5% Minoxidil twice daily and weekly microneedling with a 0.8 mm dermaroller over five months. Finasteride was not used due to concerns about side effects and availability in France.

      community 1 year on fin/min. This is your reminder to power through!

      in Progress Pictures  1211 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after one year of using oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and oral finasteride (1mg), with no side effects except initial shedding. The user noticed thicker eyebrows and beard, and the hairline improved with baby hairs, but the hair quality differs from the rest of the head.

      community Oils, Saw Palmetto, Microneedling every 3 days, DHT Shampoo

      in Progress Pictures  304 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced positive hair regrowth using a routine of microneedling every 3 days, applying a blend of castor oil with peppermint and rosemary, bhringraj oil, and moringa oil, and using Pura D'Or DHT-blocking shampoo. They also take multivitamins and saw palmetto daily, reporting no side effects from saw palmetto.

      community 21M, 80 days progress is insane

      in Progress Pictures  290 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses a 21-year-old male's successful hair regrowth after 80 days using 0.5mg of oral finasteride daily, 1ml of Minoxidil twice a day, and a 0.25mm derma roller twice a week. The comments encourage him to maintain the regimen to prevent hair loss again.

      community To stop or not to stop minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user experienced hair loss after Covid and used Minoxidil 5% but saw more hair loss over time. She also uses alfatradiol, topical MSM, and betamethasone sporadically, and is unsure if Minoxidil is beneficial.

      community Any improvement? Only dietary changes, Nizoral shampoo, micro needling and massage w/ rosemary essential oils. I’ve tried to get the same angle and lighting to make the best comparison picture. Any thoughts or advice would be much appreciated.

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user reported slight hair improvement using dietary changes, Nizoral shampoo, microneedling, and rosemary oil massages. They avoided medications like minoxidil and finasteride due to side effects concerns.

      community Should I be hopeful? Oral min 5mg dutasteride 1mg

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments including oral minoxidil 5mg, dutasteride 1mg, and suggestions to use a derma stamp on the scalp. Some users believe these treatments can improve hair condition or at least stabilize loss, while one suggests considering a hair transplant after a year if desired.

      community What’s the view on stemoxydine?

      in Product  6 upvotes 9 months ago
      Stemoxydine may work synergistically with minoxidil and finasteride for hair growth, but its effectiveness is debated, with some users experiencing minimal results and concerns about cost. Users suggest sticking to proven treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while considering stemoxydine as an additional option.

      community I have tried many treatments but it's getting worse. 23M.

      in Treatment  84 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male experiencing worsening hair loss has tried topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, Progesterone, Hydrocortisone butyrate, and Ketoconazole. He is considering switching to oral Finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of improvement.

      community Almost one full year of progress pictures

      in Progress Pictures  224 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using high doses of dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride, but still considers a hair transplant due to thin hair and limited temple improvement. They face challenges accessing medication and are exploring additional treatments like microneedling.

      community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

      in Microneedling  290 upvotes 3 years ago
      Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

      community Which to pill to try. Advice please!

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically discussing the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. The advice suggests continuing minoxidil and considering dutasteride or finasteride as DHT blockers, with a focus on managing potential shedding and side effects.

      community 18 months Dut - Shed after shed without any gains

      in Update  115 upvotes 9 months ago
      Dutasteride caused persistent hair shedding and no improvement for 18 months, leading to a switch back to finasteride. The user also uses oral minoxidil and plans to focus on better scalp health.

      community Topical Finasteride 2 year update

      in Progress Pictures  941 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user reported significant improvement in hair quality and stability using topical finasteride for two years, without side effects. They later added minoxidil, which may have further enhanced hair quality.

      community NEW Creatine and DHT/Hairloss Study

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 11 months ago
      Creatine is believed by some users to cause hair shedding, though a study found no increase in DHT or testosterone levels. Many users shared personal experiences of hair loss after using creatine, while others noted no change, suggesting individual variability.
      Lost and need help

      community Lost and need help

      in General  156 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 15-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has tried rosemary and jojoba oils without success. They are advised to see a doctor for thyroid and androgen tests and consider using Minoxidil.

      community 1.5yrs Fin 5m Min.. wow it was bad

      in Progress Pictures  250 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement using 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, with most gains attributed to finasteride. They also stopped using topical treatments due to scalp psoriasis and reported no major side effects.

      community Need motivation, can’t live normally

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old experiencing hair thinning became depressed and sought treatment. The new dermatologist prescribed a routine including topical minoxidil, finasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, and scalp massages.

      community ~1 year using rosemary shampoo (trigger warning)

      in Progress Pictures  158 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported hair thickening and a stronger crown after using rosemary shampoo for about a year, with progress pictures as evidence. Some commenters discussed the effectiveness of natural treatments versus pharmaceutical options like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

      community One year progress pics, fin only

      in Progress Pictures  421 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user showed a one-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride only, after stopping minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They noticed hair growth around six or seven months into treatment.

      community It’s getting worse. (4 months)

      in Update  203 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users suggesting the use of finasteride daily, considering minoxidil for aggressive hair loss, and discussing the normalcy of shedding during treatment. Some users recommend adding Nizoral shampoo and switching to dutasteride for better results.