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      community Goodbye y'all, it's been a journey but have accepted where I'm at

      in Update  219 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of this conversation about hair loss is that the user, y00sh420, tried various treatments including a $700 lllt helmet, topical minoxidil and finasteride, spectraDNC, and micro needling, but did not achieve the desired results. They have decided to stop trying until a cure for male pattern baldness is found. Other users expressed different opinions on hair loss treatments.

      community Hair loss treatments rated (by gpt-4)

      in Research/Science  250 upvotes 3 years ago
      Rating treatments for hair loss, with the help of GPT-4, according to efficacy, evidence and tolerability; a combination of chemicals from research papers, custom compounds, and some suggestions from other users were included.

      community PSA: Get your Vitamin D levels checked!

      in Treatment  115 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.

      community I Have Found Peace. Goodbye Tressless.

      in Chat  1066 upvotes 3 years ago
      Ginkdaripper has accepted going bald and shared their journey of using Minoxidil and Finasteride to help with hair loss, while emphasizing that there are more important things in life. They have also encouraged others to find their own path towards peace with their hair loss.

      community New Latanoprost-Based Formula Used by Hollywood Celebrities

      in Treatment  26 upvotes 3 years ago
      A new Latanoprost-based formula used by Hollywood celebrities to treat hair loss, with the formula containing minoxidil, tretinoin, melatonin, azelaic acid, zinc thymulin, vitamin B6, sandalore and methyl vanillate. It also mentions the potential of offering a combined sublingual minoxidil/oral dutasteride option in the future.

      community My fin experience over 13+ years

      in Chat  150 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user's experience and success with taking finasteride to treat hair loss, which is confirmed by other users who have taken it without side effects. The user also advises that consulting a doctor before starting any kind of treatment for hair loss is important, as opposed to relying on self-made remedies available online.

      community Roughly 1.5 years progress. Dut, Fin, Minox, RU.

      in Progress Pictures  800 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's progress with treatments for hair loss, including Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU. Other members of the conversation provided tips such as using Microneedling and Tretinoin to increase regrowth and wounding areas of the scalp that are thinning in order to fill them in.

      community Melatonin a possible tool to help fight AGA hair loss.

      in Research/Science  51 upvotes 5 years ago
      Topical melatonin may help reduce hair loss and increase hair thickness in people with androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with some studies showing positive results. It can be mixed with minoxidil for application, and its effectiveness might be enhanced when used with micro-needling, but results may vary among individuals.

      community Balding, short, small penis. What is the point of living…

      in Treatment  405 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 24 year old male struggling with the physical and mental effects of balding, being short, and having a micropenis. Suggested treatments include taking medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, lifting weights, and trying not to compare himself to others.

      community Hair regrowth without drugs (99% natural) 25M

      in Progress Pictures  423 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A user shared their experience with hair regrowth using supplements like NAC and DIM, and briefly using minoxidil with microneedling. They reported some improvement in hair density, but the community questioned the effectiveness compared to traditional treatments like finasteride.

      community Creatine and hair loss...you're not crazy.

      in Research/Science  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing hair loss in some people, though experiences vary. Treatments like finasteride or minoxidil are suggested to manage potential hair loss.

      community Minoxidil works amazingly, you just need to give it time.

      in Minoxidil  326 upvotes 6 months ago
      Minoxidil can effectively promote hair regrowth with consistent use, but results differ among individuals. Some recommend combining it with finasteride for better long-term results, though OP chooses to use only minoxidil and accepts the possibility of going bald.

      community Won’t pp405 and gt20029 be patented and be almost unreasonably expensive

      in Treatment  28 upvotes 10 months ago
      Concerns about the potential high cost of new hair loss treatments, pp405 and gt20029, were discussed, with some users willing to pay a premium if they are effective. Alternatives like finasteride and minoxidil are mentioned as current, more affordable options, and there is speculation about future generic versions and black market availability.

      community How I'm becoming a saint by using Finasteride for 9 month

      in Satire  1126 upvotes 10 months ago
      Finasteride use resulted in increased hair growth but reduced libido for some, leading users to consider topical versions to lessen side effects. Opinions varied on the trade-off between hair benefits and sexual side effects.

      community Should I take creatine if Im on fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 11 months ago
      Creatine is unlikely to worsen hair loss for those on finasteride, with no strong scientific evidence linking it to increased hair loss. Many users report no negative effects on hair while using creatine.

      community Life with hair is so different. Save your hair!

      in Update  625 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair restoration treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and hair transplants can greatly enhance self-image and dating life. Opinions differ on whether to embrace baldness or pursue treatments for maintaining hair.

      community Results of topical minoxidil 3 months

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical minoxidil but faced issues with gynecomastia when using oral minoxidil and finasteride. They plan to have surgery for gynecomastia and consider using finasteride again, while questioning if minoxidil alone can maintain hair growth.