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      community Anyone else growing tired of the finasteride wars?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  169 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.

      community Minoxidil seems logistically impossible and impractical to use

      in Minoxidil  136 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post discusses concerns about the practicality of using Minoxidil foam for hair loss, including the frequency of application, preparation, coverage area, and drying time. Responses suggest that missing a dose isn't detrimental, it can be applied once a day, it works on all hair areas, and it doesn't need to be perfectly dry before application.

      community Use minoxidil & finasteride. It works.

      in Minoxidil  555 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil and finasteride effectively improve hairlines and reduce balding, though some users report side effects like reduced libido. Consistent use over 1-2 years leads to significant hair regrowth, with some users also using skincare and biotin for added benefits.

      community Norwood 6 trying the bounce back

      in Progress Pictures  199 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 37-year-old who started losing hair in their early 20s tried minoxidil with little effect, then experienced more loss until 2023. They are now using a treatment including finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, saw palmetto shampoo, and micro needling, and are seeing early positive results.

      community Growth journey stated in January

      in Progress Pictures  470 upvotes 3 years ago
      User shared hair growth progress since January using treatments like minoxidil, nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, biotin oil, and derma roller. Others suggested solutions for minoxidil side effects and recommended adding a multivitamin.

      community Minoxidil 5% ONLY 3month progress

      in Progress Pictures  966 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 19-year-old saw significant hair regrowth using 5% minoxidil over three months, with only initial shedding as a side effect. They plan to continue minoxidil and may add finasteride to maintain results.

      community 2.5 years (August 2022 to today).

      in Progress Pictures  1938 upvotes 1 year ago
      A mid-50s Hispanic male uses a combination of topical minoxidil and finasteride, microneedling, a laser cap, and biotin to address hair loss, with noticeable progress over 2.5 years. He experiences some side effects but continues the routine, attributing improvements to these treatments.

      community What else can I do to compliment Minoxidil?

      in Update  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been using minoxidil for hair loss and has seen positive results, but is seeking additional treatments to enhance its effects. One suggestion given is to use finasteride alongside minoxidil.

      community 3 months on 0,5 dutasteride and 2,5 oral minoxidil / 22 years

      in Progress Pictures  148 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 22-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth in three months using 0.5 mg dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, with no side effects. Users discussed the effectiveness of oral minoxidil, the necessity of dutasteride for maintaining hair, and concerns about potential side effects.

      community 9 months in….back from the dead!

      in Progress Pictures  2044 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after 9 months using 1mg finasteride and daily topical minoxidil, with dandruff as the only side effect. They stressed consulting a healthcare professional before starting treatment.

      community New warning by FDA on topical finasteride

      in Research/Science  194 upvotes 1 year ago
      The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.

      community Finasteride , creatine and muscle growth

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  28 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride does not significantly affect muscle gains and can slightly increase testosterone levels. Creatine is generally considered safe to use with finasteride, though some believe it may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss.

      community Finally about to start Pyriltamide (ONLY Pyriltamide)

      in Chat  63 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is excited to start using Pyriltamide for hair loss after experiencing side effects from topical finasteride. Other users discuss the potential and skepticism of Pyriltamide compared to older treatments like finasteride and RU58841.

      community 1.5 months in, looking pretty good

      in Progress Pictures  359 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user's positive experience with hair loss treatment after 1.5 months, using topical finasteride, minoxidil, keto shampoo, and minoxidil shampoo, despite the drying effect of keto shampoo and a change in hair texture due to accutane. Responses include congratulations, personal experiences with hair loss treatments, and a mention of accutane's negative impact on hair.

      community Why I Will be Accepting Baldness

      in Chat  204 upvotes 3 years ago
      User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.

      community 2.5 years Minoxidil and HRT, CPA->Lupron +Minox 5%

      in Transgender  611 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth after 2.5 years of using Minoxidil 5% and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with Lupron, despite initial scalp irritation. Finasteride was ineffective for them.

      community Finasteride is ****ing magical

      in Update  314 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride has led to significant hair regrowth for some users, with noticeable improvements in two months, but side effects like erectile dysfunction have caused some to stop using it. Some users combine finasteride with minoxidil and other supplements, despite concerns about side effects.

      community 20yo, dutasteride and minoxidil aren’t working

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 20-year-old reports worsening hair loss despite using dutasteride and minoxidil, and considers a hair transplant. Users suggest continuing treatments, trying microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, switching to finasteride, or adding tretinoin.

      community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  25 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

      community 2.5 years progress on minoxidil + finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  309 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 26-year-old man shared his 2.5-year hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and finasteride, initially experiencing side effects but later continuing treatment with no issues, resulting in improved hair. He lifts weights and wrestles weekly, plans to continue treatment indefinitely, and has had no hairline issues, only diffuse thinning.

      community I'm sad I now lost enough hair I can only hide with a hat now

      in Chat  102 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing significant hair loss and considering treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and possibly a hair transplant. Others share their experiences with finasteride, scalp micropigmentation, and hair transplants, discussing the emotional impact and offering support.