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      community What to do if fin is still not working after 2.5 years

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair loss despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil and is hesitant to switch to dutasteride due to side effects and family planning concerns. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, microneedling, and addressing stress or nutrient deficiencies.

      community Can't afford 2.5mg dutasteride, any alternative?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 year ago
      The user is struggling with hair loss despite using topical minoxidil, finasteride, and oral dutasteride, and is seeking affordable alternatives to 2.5mg dutasteride. Suggestions include checking for scalp inflammation, considering oral minoxidil, using rosemary oil, and possibly trying saw palmetto, though results may vary.

      community 6.5 months 0.5-1.5mg d/Dut and 5-10mg OM. Have I regressed?

      in Progress Pictures  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using various hair loss treatments, including dutasteride, oral minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and dermarolling, but feels they may have lost hair and is considering a hair transplant. They are advised to stick to one treatment for 6-12 months to see results, as frequent changes may hinder progress.

      community Does Scalp tension = rise of DHT?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp tension may contribute to hair loss by increasing DHT levels, with potential solutions like scalp massages and Botox. Concerns about finasteride's side effects were discussed, and some users shared personal experiences with alternative treatments like scalp massaging and Botox.
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      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 ~11 week progress? - Fin/Min/Misc

      in Progress Pictures  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started a consistent hair loss treatment routine in January, using finasteride, minoxidil, red light therapy, micro-needling, vitamins, and specific shampoos. They noticed potential progress after 11 weeks and plan to update in a few months.

      community Who else stares at ppl that are balding

      in Chat  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      Many people become hyper-aware of hair loss in themselves and others, often leading to feelings of jealousy or self-consciousness. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are commonly discussed as solutions to combat hair loss.

      community Am I crazy or is this recovery?

      in Is this regrowth?  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing sudden hair loss and is considering micro-needling, low-level light therapy, iron supplements, folihair, and Omega 3. They are hesitant to start finasteride, suspecting the hair loss might be due to telogen effluvium from a past COVID-19 infection.

      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 Can we trust indian medication?

      in Chat  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the trustworthiness of Indian medications for hair loss, with some users mentioning they have purchased Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 from India. Concerns include dosage and ingredient variations, but no harmful effects are noted.

      community Scalp Massages: Has Anyone Found Any Success With This?

      in Female  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp massages may help with hair loss, but results require significant time and effort, and benefits stop when massages stop. Some users combine massages with topical minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

      community Anyone else realize how many younger guys are balding?

      in Chat  262 upvotes 1 year ago
      Many younger men are experiencing hair loss due to genetics, diet, stress, and lifestyle changes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are mentioned, with some users noting improvements.

      community If you gentlemen are balding like myself, I encourage you to try shaving.

      in Shaved/buzzed  1608 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user encouraged others experiencing hair loss to try shaving their heads, sharing their own positive experience despite briefly using finasteride and natural methods. Responses were mixed, with some supporting the decision and others suggesting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while many commented on the appearance changes.

      community DUPA - 20 YO - Non responder to everything

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old user experienced worsening hair loss despite using various treatments including topical and oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Other users suggested additional treatments like JAK inhibitors, RU58841, and lifestyle changes, but the user remains skeptical and frustrated.

      community Balding at the age of 17 years old

      in Chat  14 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss is using Minoxidil but is hesitant about Finasteride due to potential side effects. Others recommend Finasteride for its effectiveness and suggest alternatives like vitamins and derma rollers.

      community 20yo, dutasteride and minoxidil aren’t working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old reports worsening hair loss despite using dutasteride and minoxidil, and considers a hair transplant. Users suggest continuing treatments, trying microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, switching to finasteride, or adding tretinoin.

      community I was hesitant, but I pulled it. Thoughts?

      in Shaved/buzzed  2707 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss, showing a shaved/buzzed look. Replies praised their appearance and discussed treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil.

      community 3 months progress pics (20 days ago)

      in Progress Pictures  243 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their 3-month hair loss treatment progress using 5% minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and occasional nizoral. They noted significant progress and plan to continue treatments, with another update at the 6-month mark.

      community Long-Term Dutasteride Frustration

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is frustrated with long-term hair loss despite using Dutasteride and Ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include trying oral Minoxidil, micro-needling, and a homemade caffeinated rosemary tonic.

      community Comparison of options: topical vs medication

      in Female  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user diagnosed with AGA is seeking advice on hair loss treatments, comparing topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Finasteride to oral medications and natural methods like dermastamping, PRP, and LED light. They are concerned about side effects and effectiveness, especially given their existing fatigue.

      community Diffuse thinning chronicles pt. 2

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 27-year-old Asian male is treating hair loss with 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and 1.5mm microneedling weekly. The discussion is about his progress with these treatments.