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      community This shedding phase is brutal man…

      in Is this regrowth?  586 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing a difficult shedding phase after starting a hair loss treatment with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Despite the shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and plan to continue the treatment, encouraged by others' positive results.

      community is this a hair transplant (57 yo)

      in Hair Systems  604 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 57-year-old man uses a hair system, not a hair transplant, and likely had cosmetic procedures. Discussions include the effectiveness of hair systems and finasteride side effects.

      community 19M Am i a minoxidil hyper responder?

      in Progress Pictures  52 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 19-year-old using topical minoxidil and dutasteride reports significant hair growth and shedding. Minoxidil caused new facial hair growth, and the user hopes for thicker hair regrowth.

      community Male pattern baldness, and mental health

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  332 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.

      community *Update* month 14. First 4 pics are before i started my treatment. Still would like to see improvement by the crown & corners of my hairline hopefully.

      in Progress Pictures  298 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using HIMS topical finasteride and minoxidil spray for hair loss, with positive results but still seeks improvement at the crown and corners. They are considering reintroducing derma rolling and possibly trying oral treatments like dutasteride due to concerns about shedding and irritation.

      community Tretinoin for some men(not all) can cause non-telogen effluvium hair loss

      in Research/Science  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      Tretinoin can cause non-telogen hair loss in some men by inducing catagen-like changes in hair follicles and through retinoid toxicity, especially when used with minoxidil. Some users report hair loss even when using retinoids on the face, while others experience benefits when combined with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Thoughts on Pantostin Alfatradiol?

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 4 years ago
      User started using Pantostin Alfatradiol after watching haircafe on YouTube and noticed thicker hair. They wonder why it's not more popular, as it's a 5α-reductase inhibitor with a different mechanism than minoxidil.

      community Stress make you more androgen sensitive

      in Chat  21 upvotes 2 years ago
      Stress can increase androgen sensitivity, potentially worsening hair loss. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Prolonged shedding over last 15 months

      in Update  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been experiencing prolonged hair shedding despite using Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and topical Finasteride, with blood tests showing high free testosterone and low SHBG. Suggestions include adjusting Minoxidil dosage, considering topical anti-androgens like RU58841, and addressing metabolic factors to increase SHBG.

      community Mental health check for anyone feeling down in this subreddit.

      in Chat  58 upvotes 8 months ago
      Hair loss is distressing, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone commonly used despite potential side effects. Emphasis is placed on maintaining mental health and self-worth beyond hair appearance.

      community Microneedling leaves scalp red for days

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      Woman with AGA uses microneedling, minoxidil, spiro, and laser for hair loss. Experiences redness and tenderness for three days after microneedling with Dermapen M8, asks if it's normal and the correct speed setting.

      community Do you think clascoterone is overhyped

      in Treatment  14 upvotes 1 month ago
      Clascoterone is considered overhyped and not as effective as finasteride or dutasteride, but it may be useful as a supportive treatment in combination with other therapies. Users express skepticism about its effectiveness compared to clinical trials, with some suggesting it could be beneficial for those who cannot tolerate other treatments.

      community 21M, 3 months of insane shedding on fin/min/saw palmetto

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      A 21-year-old male experiencing severe hair shedding despite using 1mg finasteride, 2.5mg oral minoxidil, and saw palmetto with pumpkin seed oil. He is seeking advice on whether this shedding is normal and if he should consider other treatments like dutasteride or RU58841.

      community Attacking DHT synergistically both locally at the scalp and systemically = Greater Success??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil for three years without success and is considering adding topical Finasteride or Dutasteride to target DHT both locally and systemically. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan, exploring different combinations, and considering other factors like potential misdiagnosis or inconsistent medication use.

      community progress pic after 4 months fin, min

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 38-year-old man from Poland, balding for 15 years, shared his hair regrowth progress after 4 months of using finasteride (fin), minoxidil (min), micro-needling, and infrared light treatments. He recently switched from finasteride to dutasteride.

      community Can Whey Protein isolate make your AGA worse?

      in Product  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      Whey protein isolate may worsen androgenetic alopecia (AGA) due to its potential to increase DHT levels, but finasteride use has helped maintain hair. Some users suggest avoiding protein supplements due to possible contaminants and additives that could affect hair health.

      community Another transplant or SMP? (Not balding)

      in Transplants  23 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is considering another hair transplant or scalp micropigmentation (SMP) for a congenital bald spot, but previous transplants were less effective due to scar tissue. Suggestions include using hair fibers, changing hairstyles, or doing nothing, as the spot is not very noticeable.

      community Is this regrowth? My doctor took these photos and said I looked better.

      in Satire  142 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses an extensive and exaggerated hair loss treatment regimen, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, pyrilutamide, RU58841, and various other therapies. Despite the numerous treatments, the effectiveness is questioned, and the user humorously considers adding more minoxidil.
      What hair loss pattern is this?

      community What hair loss pattern is this?

      in General  157 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user noticed small circular hairless spots after a buzz cut and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They are experiencing continuous shedding and thinning, and it is suggested they consult a dermatologist for a scalp examination and possible biopsy to determine if it's alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia.

      community Head feels way more inflamed when scalp is oily

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user experiences scalp inflammation, especially when oily, despite using treatments like dutasteride, oral minoxidil, RU58841, and nizoral. They recently started cetirizine and are considering benzoyl peroxide wash for relief.

      community The Truth About DUPA and Retrograde: My Research Summary

      in Research/Science  19 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the importance of scalp biopsies for diagnosing hair loss conditions like DUPA and Retrograde, which may not be just AGA. It emphasizes that treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not work if the condition is autoimmune.

      community Topical Hyper-responder not responding to oral

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  127 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair loss after switching from topical to oral finasteride and minoxidil, despite initially seeing great results with the topical treatment. They are seeking advice on whether to return to topical treatments or increase their oral minoxidil dosage.

      community Good recovery to diffuse thinning

      in Chat  15 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 25-year-old male with androgenetic alopecia experienced improved hair condition after using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and dutasteride, but later faced diffuse thinning and texture deterioration after a shedding phase. Others suggest patience, continued treatment, and using ketoconazole shampoo, with some sharing similar experiences of post-shed thinning.