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      Receding hairline / temples - asking for advice

      community Receding hairline / temples - asking for advice

      in General  114 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss and has been using RU58841 but is considering pyrilutamide and minoxidil, avoiding finasteride due to side effects. Another user suggests finasteride or dutasteride as essential, possibly in topical form, while dismissing saw palmetto as ineffective.

      community Who else stares at ppl that are balding

      in Chat  123 upvotes 1 year ago
      Many people become hyper-aware of hair loss in themselves and others, often leading to feelings of jealousy or self-consciousness. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are commonly discussed as solutions to combat hair loss.

      community New hair or am I going crazy??

      in Is this regrowth?  23 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced new hair growth after using HIMS topical spray containing finasteride and minoxidil for almost two months, along with weekly dermarolling. Other users confirmed the growth and advised continuing the treatment.

      community Is there any regrowth here?? 4 months

      in Is this regrowth?  156 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user has been using topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for hair regrowth, noticing some improvement and baby hairs at the hairline after four months. Suggestions include continuing the current treatment, considering microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamins, and possibly RU58841, while avoiding a hair transplant.

      community Hairline Restored on Fin & Min

      in Update  263 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user restored their hairline using a daily pill with 1mg Finasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, and 10mg Biotin, but switched to 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg Minoxidil, and 10mg Biotin due to side effects. They hope the switch will alleviate issues with sex drive and ejaculation.

      community If you gentlemen are balding like myself, I encourage you to try shaving.

      in Shaved/buzzed  1608 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user encouraged others experiencing hair loss to try shaving their heads, sharing their own positive experience despite briefly using finasteride and natural methods. Responses were mixed, with some supporting the decision and others suggesting treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, while many commented on the appearance changes.

      community Am I doing too much?

      in Am I balding?  4 upvotes 8 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, Viviscal, biotin, saw palmetto, fish oil, and alternating shampoos to combat hair loss but continues to experience thinning, especially at the hairline. They are considering trying dutasteride but are hesitant, and they are contemplating shaving their head if the situation doesn't improve.

      community Before HT and after HT (10 months)

      in Transplants  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user stopped using finasteride and minoxidil after a hair transplant, now only using coconut oil and serum, and is concerned about potential hair loss. Others advise continuing finasteride to prevent future hair loss, despite the user's doctor suggesting it's unnecessary.

      community 16 months of treatment and a frontal transplant changed my life!!

      in Progress Pictures  642 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 30-year-old shared their successful hair restoration journey using liposomal topical finasteride and minoxidil, vitamins, and a second hair transplant in Greece, which significantly improved their hair density without side effects. The transplant cost $7500 and involved filling an old scar, with the user expressing gratitude for the life-changing results.
      22M Seeking Advice on Hairline Recession; Stopped Finasteride Due to Side Effects

      community 22M Seeking Advice on Hairline Recession; Stopped Finasteride Due to Side Effects

      in General  128 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 22-year-old experiencing hair loss since age 16 is seeking advice after stopping finasteride due to side effects, despite its effectiveness, and is currently using minoxidil and taking vitamin D supplements. They are concerned about their receding hairline and are considering whether to continue treatments or shave their head.
      What kind of balding is this?

      community What kind of balding is this?

      in General  69 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 34-year-old male is experiencing hair loss on the sides of his head, with inflammation and itchiness, while the top remains thick. He is using topical dutasteride and keto shampoo to address the issue.

      community 22M with Hairline Thinning, Minoxidil Use, Seeking Reassurance

      in Basic Questions  85 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hairline thinning and has been using topical minoxidil for a year without significant improvement. They are considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects and are seeking reassurance and advice from others with similar experiences.

      community Hair feels like hay/brittle and slow growing some areas

      in General  138 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing hair thinning and brittleness, possibly due to Telogen Effluvium, which affects body hair and may be linked to stress or nutrition. They are considering using finasteride for treatment but are unsure if it will address their symptoms.
      Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      community Seeking Advice on Norwood 3 Hairline at Age 15

      in Basic Questions  533 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 15-year-old is concerned about hair loss, possibly at Norwood 2 or 3, and is using shampoos and conditioners recommended by a trichologist. Suggestions include considering topical minoxidil and consulting a doctor about topical anti-DHT treatments like finasteride or RU58841, but avoiding 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors at this age.

      community 5 Day Post-FUE Hairline Restoration

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 2 months ago
      Hair restoration after FUE surgery, with discussions on using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair maintenance and growth. Users share experiences with these treatments, noting varying side effects and effectiveness.

      community The first three months on minoxidil 2%

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user noticed hair thinning and has been using a treatment with minoxidil 2%, hydrocortisone butyrate, and 17 alpha estradiol for three months, seeing some regrowth. The user had dermatitis, now cured, which worsened the hair loss.

      community HLT Megathread on HMI-115 (key takeaways in comments)

      in Research/Science  39 upvotes 3 years ago
      HMI-115, a newly discovered hair loss treatment that could potentially be effective for those with diffuse thinning and telogen effluvium. It is based on prolactin receptor antagonist signaling and has already undergone Phase I trials in women, with potential commercialization by 2027.