community Transient and Permanent Effects of Finasteride Use
Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.
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90-120 / 1000+ resultscommunity 21 Y.O, lost a lot of hair. Made an elaborate plan to get it back, this is the beginning of my log
A 21-year-old experienced significant hair loss after steroid use and stopping minoxidil. He plans to regrow his hair using a regimen of dermarolling, Lipogaine, finasteride, and vitamins.
community 3 Month Update (Top Minox/Oral Fin/Stamp/Vitamin D)
The user reports noticeable hair growth progress after three months using topical Minoxidil, oral Finasteride, microneedling, and Vitamin D. Encouragement and additional advice, like using keto shampoo, are given by others.
community Tretinoin vs. micro-needling: what increases sulfotransferase activity more?
Tretinoin and microneedling both enhance hair growth through different mechanisms, with microneedling being considered safe for long-term use. Optimal microneedling needle length varies, but 0.8 mm is suggested for hair growth, and a Dermastamp is recommended to avoid skin damage.
community 47(M) 4months progress report Philippines
A 47-year-old man shared his 4-month hair regrowth progress using Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo. He adjusted dosages over time and switched to topical Minoxidil with Tretinoin in the fourth month.
community Tretinoin 0.025%.How effective is it?
The user is asking about the effectiveness of tretinoin 0.025% for hair loss, noting significant beard growth since using it for acne. They are considering adding it to their hair loss treatment regimen.
community Is this regrowth after the shedding phase?
A user is questioning if they are experiencing hair regrowth after using minoxidil for nearly three months, along with saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. They are considering starting finasteride in February.
community my poetic rendition titled "nor-wood" of the song mad-world.
The conversation is a satirical poem about hair loss, mentioning treatments like Minoxidil, RU58841, hair transplants, and derma rolling. The user also shares their personal regimen, which includes Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Alfatradiol, Stemoxydine, Ketoconazole shampoo, Fluridil, and Cetirizine, along with monthly microneedling.
community Is anyone buying this comb over?
User has diffuse thinning crown and uses combover with hair spray. Oral minoxidil showed amazing results for another user.
community Am I balding? NW -2, on min and fin for 2 weeks now
User discusses hair loss and treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride. Conversation includes jokes and comments about hairlines and hair growth.
community latanoprost, minoxidil and biotin 3/20/23 vs 5/21/23 same spot
Hair loss treatment with latanoprost, minoxidil, and biotin showed progress. Latanoprost, a glaucoma drug, stimulates anagen phase and increases conversion of vellus hair to terminal hair.
community 3 Years on Finasteride and Minoxidil Progress
User shared 3-year progress on Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Experienced cycles of hair worsening before improving, takes 1mg Fin daily and topical Minoxidil.
community This is actual growth right? The shedding phase was brutal for me. minoxidil, 5mg per day, february-april
The conversation discusses hair regrowth using minoxidil, with suggestions for women to use spironolactone and for men to combine minoxidil with dutasteride. Users share experiences and advice on dosage and cost-saving methods.
community PP405 2a study was a safety study. Some rational explaining.
The conversation discusses the safety study of PP405, emphasizing that early trials focus on safety rather than efficacy, and that any efficacy data from such a short study should be viewed skeptically. It also highlights that the information released is primarily for securing funding, and that meaningful efficacy results are expected in later phases.
community No access to RU, Pyri. Any alternative anti androgen?
The conversation discusses alternatives to RU58841 for hair loss treatment, with suggestions including topical spironolactone, peppermint and rosemary oils, and saw palmetto. The user also considers ordering RU58841 from China but finds it too expensive.
community 33 yrs male.Been on min(5%)/Fin(1mg)/ketokonazole shampoo for 5 months.
A 33-year-old male has been using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and recently added dutasteride, a minoxidil+tretinoin+azelaic acid solution, and derma stamping to treat hair loss for 5 months. There is confusion about the order of progress pictures, making it difficult to assess the treatment's effectiveness.
community Fin 4 months min 3 months + keto shampoo ~3 weeks
The user is sharing progress pictures of their hair after using finasteride for 4 months and minoxidil for 3 months, along with keto shampoo for about 3 weeks. Another user comments that it looks like the treatments are working well for them.
community 5 month post hair transplant ~2500 grafts to frontal third + finasteride 1mg/day + topical minoxidil 2x day + caffeine shampoo 1x day since HT procedure
The conversation discusses a hair loss treatment involving a hair transplant of approximately 2500 grafts to the frontal area, daily use of finasteride, twice-daily topical minoxidil, and daily caffeine shampoo since the hair transplant procedure. One person is skeptical about the improvement in the crown area with just finasteride and minoxidil.
community Finally seeing a modest gain after over 1 year on fin and 3 months on minox. I actually have my part returning!
User sees modest hair gain after 1 year on finasteride and 3 months on minoxidil. Others offer support and share experiences with hair loss treatments.
community 6 months of finasteride and ghk-cu
The conversation is about hair loss treatment progress using finasteride and GHK-CU over six months. Users discuss application methods and share experiences with GHK-CU and AHK.
community Ordering ethanol in the UK. Any tips?
A user is seeking advice on ordering ethanol in the UK to use with topical finasteride, considering switching from isopropyl alcohol. They mention the possibility of purchasing 99.8% ethanol from eBay's 6 Science shop.
community Before and after pics 3.5 months apart
The conversation discusses hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell exosomes, PRP, and PP405. Users question the effectiveness of the treatments and mention finasteride and minoxidil.
community Go bald/buzzed, fellas. Your life will improve.
Buzzing or shaving your head can boost confidence and save money on hair loss treatments. Some prefer treatments like finasteride and minoxidil to maintain their hair.
community Rest Easy Ozzy - The man had glorious hair right up until the very end! 🤘
Ozzy had great hair despite a rough lifestyle, likely due to genetics. Discussions included the effects of drugs on hair, with some users mentioning treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.
community 6 months of taking 1mg of fin every mon, wed and Friday.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1mg of finasteride three times a week, with mild side effects like gynecomastia and breakouts. They are considering starting minoxidil.
community God gives his toughest battles to his toughest soldiers
Creatine does not cause hair loss, but some users report hair loss while using it. Minoxidil and finasteride are mentioned as treatments for hair loss.
community Rant: How to stop hating myself for delaying treatment?
The conversation discusses regret over delaying hair loss treatment, specifically with finasteride, and the emotional impact of hair loss. The user eventually stabilized their hair using oral finasteride after trying other treatments like topical finasteride, Fluridil, and Alfatradiol, and is considering future options like a hair transplant.
community 6 months of finasteride only .
A user shared their 6-month progress using finasteride pills for hair loss, reporting minimal shedding and noticeable improvement. Other users discussed their experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and side effects like dizziness.
community Norwood 7 wants some hair. 5 months on oral fin/min
A user experienced heart palpitations and breathing issues while using oral finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss and plans to switch to generic finasteride and topical minoxidil. They also use Nizoral shampoo and are considering a moisturizing shampoo due to dryness and itchiness.
community M18 3 months progress [Oral Fin 1mg + Topical Minoxidil]
An 18-year-old has been using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss since January 1st, occasionally using ketoconazole shampoo. They are unsure about the progress and volume increase after three months of treatment.