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community Minoxidil hairs not growing to full length

in Minoxidil 22 upvotes 11 months ago

New hair growth from minoxidil and finasteride is not reaching full length, possibly due to slow growth cycles. Users discuss dosing strategies for oral minoxidil to improve efficacy and minimize side effects, with advice against consuming topical minoxidil orally.

community I'm sorry I hate it, I cannot enjoy life like this.

in Chat 175 upvotes 1 year ago

A 22-year-old male is frustrated about being the only bald person in his social circle. He has tried minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride without success and is considering hair systems, transplants, or counseling.

community My hair has been thin since I was a kid - is a transplant the only way?

in General 43 upvotes 5 months ago

The user has been using HIMS chewable for two months to address lifelong thin hair. They are considering a hair transplant as a potential solution.

community Thoughts on this procyanidin B2 supplement?

in Product 5 upvotes 3 years ago

User found 15% procyanidin B2 supplement and asks if it's legit. Recommended dosage is 400-600mg daily, similar to study, and user wonders if it's effective for hair loss.

community My experience with 1mg fin eod

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 19 upvotes 3 years ago

A 30-year-old man shared his experience with finasteride, taking 1mg every other day, which led to sexual side effects and other issues, prompting him to stop the treatment despite initial hair improvement. He previously tried natural methods and minoxidil without much success and is now considering a buzzcut.

community My DHT levels have increased after taking 0.25mg Fin for 47 days!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 185 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced increased hair shedding and unchanged DHT levels after taking 0.25mg of finasteride for 47 days, leading them to increase the dose to 0.5mg. Others discussed varying experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and the importance of measuring scalp DHT.

community Isopropyl alcohol, instead of ethyl alcohol, for topical finasteride home-made serum?

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 1 month ago

Isopropyl alcohol should not replace ethanol in homemade topical finasteride serums due to potential toxicity with frequent use. Denatured ethanol, also known as parfum or cosmetic alcohol, is a safer alternative.

community PSA: You can’t donate blood if you are taking finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 280 upvotes 5 months ago

Finasteride users cannot donate blood due to potential risks to pregnant women, requiring a one-month cessation before donating. Dutasteride requires a six-month deferral, and topical applications are not restricted.

community Bloodwork after 8 months on finasteride, is this normal?

in Update 28 upvotes 1 year ago

A user on finasteride for 8 months shared bloodwork results showing increased testosterone and estradiol levels, with concerns about high LH. Responses advised monitoring for symptoms but noted levels are within reference ranges.

community My estrogen levels are obscene

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 1 year ago

A 30-year-old male using finasteride for hair loss has high testosterone and estrogen levels but no side effects. He is advised to monitor hormone levels, consider dietary changes, and use additional treatments like vitamin D3, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair growth.

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