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      community Started Finasteride + Derma rolling

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user started finasteride and derma rolling for hair loss, later switching to wet cupping therapy. They experienced initial shedding but reported thicker, healthier hair over time, using natural hair wash methods like Amla, Reetha, and Shikakai.

      community my daily breakfast til the day i die

      in Satire  661 upvotes 1 month ago
      Using both finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss is debated, with some seeing it as beneficial during transition, while others find it redundant and risky. Oral minoxidil raises concerns about blood pressure, with a preference for topical use and microneedling for better results.

      community Success Story - In Case I Can Help Others

      in Treatment  12 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss, initially using oral finasteride and minoxidil but experiencing side effects like low libido and ED. They switched to a topical finasteride and minoxidil combination, which improved their hair thickness with fewer side effects.

      community BEFORE / AFTER dutasteride and minoxidil 5%

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  715 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user shared their positive experience using dutasteride 0.5 mg and minoxidil 5% for hair loss, noting significant improvement in 3 months without side effects. They used Avodart for dutasteride and Costco's minoxidil, taking dutasteride pills every other day and applying topical minoxidil.

      community Whey Protein can cause hairloss in men with AGA as per a doctor

      in Research/Science  63 upvotes 4 months ago
      Whey protein may slightly increase hair loss in men with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to elevated IGF-1 and testosterone levels, but the effect is minimal compared to treatments like finasteride and dutasteride. Many users argue that whey protein's impact on hair loss is negligible and that maintaining a healthy lifestyle is more important.

      community Is my routine good enough?

      in Finasteride  226 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 29-year-old is experiencing diffuse hair loss and has been using minoxidil without success. They are now trying a routine with oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and dermarolling, but are unsure about the effectiveness and legitimacy of the products.

      community Is it a good idea to add RU58841 to finasteride? (No min)

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for a year to stop hair loss and is considering adding RU58841 instead of minoxidil to further inhibit DHT. Another user suggests adding dutasteride for better DHT inhibition, but the original user cannot access it and is considering RU58841 despite potential side effects.

      community 4 months topical fin and min. So far so good.

      in Is this regrowth?  146 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 44-year-old user experienced hair regrowth using a topical spray combining 0.3% finasteride and 7% minoxidil after switching from oral finasteride due to side effects. The user reported noticeable improvements in hair thickness after four months without any side effects from the topical treatment.

      community Story time! The Great Unbalding (PP405)

      in Research/Science  234 upvotes 7 months ago
      PP405 is a promising new hair loss treatment that may reactivate dormant hair follicles without side effects. It could surpass traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride if successful in further trials.

      community Might be progress and might be a delusional post

      in Is this regrowth?  188 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride for 7 months and minoxidil for 3.5 months, with many commenters noting visible progress. The user has not experienced side effects and is considering additional treatments like microneedling.

      community Its just getting worse and worse

      in Progress Pictures  705 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 26-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using minoxidil and dutasteride. Suggestions include shaving his head, trying oral minoxidil, or considering a hair transplant.

      community Do it yourself topical Fin and Min solution works

      in Progress Pictures  119 upvotes 8 months ago
      A homemade topical solution of finasteride and minoxidil effectively stopped hair shedding and promoted regrowth without side effects. Users shared experiences and discussed different concentrations and application methods.

      community Why is scalp DHT suppression lower than systemic?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  11 upvotes 8 months ago
      Dutasteride reduces DHT more effectively in hair follicles than finasteride, but some individuals still experience hair loss despite treatment. Combining oral and topical finasteride may improve results, and some users experiment with topical dutasteride despite uncertainties about its absorption.

      community At Home Topical Fin Formulation

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride pills to create a topical solution for hair regrowth, with mixed results. Users suggest that buying ready-made topical finasteride or switching to oral treatments might be more effective and convenient.

      community I think this is my stop, gentlepeople. So long and thanks for all the data 👋

      in Transgender  2257 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their successful experience with hair regrowth and transitioning from male to female using minoxidil, finasteride, Nutrafol, microneedling, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). They expressed gratitude for the results and encouraged others to explore treatments that align with their personal goals.

      community Topical Finasteride 2 year update

      in Progress Pictures  936 upvotes 11 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 Switch from fin to dut and its worse

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can worsen hair loss for some men due to increased testosterone levels. Topical treatments like RU58841 and Pyrilutamide are suggested to counteract these effects, but individual responses vary.

      community Four months in... Progress pictures included

      in Minoxidil  215 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 36-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after four months using a 1mg finasteride and 3mg minoxidil oral pill from Phoenix, alongside lifestyle changes like increased protein intake and exercise. Despite the higher cost of Phoenix, he is hesitant to switch to a cheaper prescription due to successful results.

      community 18M 8 months progress 40mg daily dut stack

      in Progress Pictures  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old is using a high-dose hair loss treatment with 40mg daily dutasteride, finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and topical bicalutamide. Despite health risk concerns, especially liver issues, they report hair regrowth progress and intend to continue the regimen.

      community 5 months until Europe, should I just shave it lol 24M

      in Chat  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 24-year-old experiencing hair thinning is using minoxidil, finasteride, and nutrafol, and plans to add keto shampoo and a derma roller to their routine. They are considering shaving their head before a trip to Europe and are advised to continue treatment, improve lifestyle habits, and possibly increase finasteride dosage for better results.

      community Fresh off the press: Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility

      in Research/Science  643 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility by reducing semen volume and motility, with concerns about irreversible prostate fibrosis. Users consider switching to finasteride or using treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, weighing hair preservation against fertility.