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      community Lowering DHT vs measured level and topical scalp treatment issues

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of lowering DHT on hair loss and the importance of monitoring DHT levels during treatment. The user suggests that individual responses to DHT and hair loss treatments vary, and expresses a preference for topical treatments over oral medications due to concerns about systemic DHT reduction.

      community The unspoken rule it seems, All hail the Fin

      in Satire  311 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Users share experiences and opinions on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.

      community Lost ground on Dut, Min, RU, etc (5 yrs… 2021->2026)

      in Progress Pictures  16 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using a combination of treatments including Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841, ketoconazole shampoo, microneedling, and low-level laser therapy to address hair loss but continues to experience shedding and density loss. Despite high testosterone and iron levels, the user is frustrated with the lack of improvement and is considering adjusting treatment or exploring other options like a hair transplant.

      community 18M Unsure About Topical vs. Oral Fin After Shedding, Started Feb 2024

      in General  117 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical minoxidil consistently for over a year, with some improvement in hair density. They tried switching to a combination of topical finasteride and minoxidil but experienced possible side effects, so they returned to using only minoxidil, along with biotin and dermarolling, and are seeking advice on whether finasteride might still be effective for them.

      community why hair restoration has not been progressed for last 20 years?

      in Chat  32 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments beyond finasteride and minoxidil, questioning if hair restoration technology has reached a dead end. Hair transplant technology has improved, but new medications face challenges with market entry, cost, accessibility, and long-term effectiveness.

      community Cool hair transplant visualization

      in Transplants  973 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair transplants, including the use of techniques like FUE and the importance of a good donor area to avoid visible bald patches. It also touches on alternative treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Pyrolutimide, and debates the idea of embracing baldness versus seeking treatments.

      community L Doctor criticized my fin usage and suggested minox and HT as alternatives

      in Chat  33 upvotes 1 year ago
      A doctor criticized the use of Finasteride for hair loss, suggesting Minoxidil and a hair transplant instead, despite the patient experiencing no side effects from Finasteride. The patient disagreed, arguing that Minoxidil doesn't address the root cause and that Finasteride is necessary to protect donor hair in transplants.

      community How am I going? What can I change? ~3 years Min foam, ~2 years topical Finasteride (more in comments)

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 25-year-old male has been using Minoxidil foam for 3 years and topical Finasteride for 2 years to address hair loss, with plans to increase Finasteride concentration. He is considering additional treatments like microneedling and RU58841, while seeking advice on whether to switch back to oral Finasteride despite concerns about side effects.

      community How uninformed the general public is about hair loss

      in Chat  319 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation highlights the general public's lack of knowledge about hair loss, with various ineffective remedies suggested, such as not wearing hats or using hair fibers. The only effective treatments mentioned for male pattern baldness are medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and hair transplants.

      community Are there actual risks with oral minoxidil? How can they be mitigated

      in Minoxidil  20 upvotes 4 months ago
      Oral minoxidil can cause side effects like heart issues, increased body hair, and facial puffiness, but these are often dose-dependent and temporary. Users report varying experiences, with some combining it with finasteride or RU58841 for better results, while others experience minimal or no side effects.

      community One Year Progress Update on mid & fin

      in Progress Pictures  283 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced progress in hair recovery using oral finasteride and minoxidil, despite some side effects like increased heart rate. They switched from foam to oral treatments for convenience and reported minimal shedding.

      community Has anyone here used Topical Finasteride?

      in Finasteride  8 upvotes 8 years ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical finasteride from Hasson and Wong, with claims that none of their 800 users reported side effects. The user expresses skepticism about these claims and seeks others' experiences with the treatment.

      community Hairloss and dandruff.. potential sebderm inflammation?

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and dandruff, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, and is using pumpkin seed oil, scalp massages, and anti-dandruff shampoo as treatments. They are hesitant to use prescribed Finasteride and Minoxidil and have noticed some improvement after stopping Serenoa capsules.

      community Dry hair vs wet hair, is minox, microneedling and ketoconazole enough?

      in Treatment  110 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that using minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole may not be enough to address hair loss caused by DHT. Some users recommend starting finasteride to prevent further hair loss, while others express concerns about potential side effects.

      community Huge holes on donor area of scalp is this even normal?

      in Transplants  106 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a person experiencing significant hair loss in the donor area after a hair transplant, with others suggesting it might be shock loss. The person is taking oral minoxidil and dutasteride to help with the issue.

      community How to overcome baldness with finasteride allergy

      in Chat  5 upvotes 4 months ago
      The conversation discusses alternatives for hair loss treatment for someone allergic to finasteride, suggesting options like hair systems, topical anti-androgens such as CB-03-01, RU58841, and kx-826. It highlights the challenges faced by individuals allergic to anti-androgen inhibitors and the need for more information on this topic.

      community THERE IS HOPE - Progress Pictures - Combo Therapy - Fin/Min/Needling

      in Minoxidil  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old male shared his hair loss journey, using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, derma rolling, and recently switching to dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. He observed significant regrowth but progress slowed, hoping new treatments will enhance results.

      community Topical min and dermarolling with seborrheic dermatitis

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is managing hair loss with oral finasteride, recently switching to dutasteride, and topical minoxidil, but faces challenges due to seborrheic dermatitis. They seek advice on effective regrowth methods that don't worsen their condition, with suggestions including various shampoos like Vichy Dercos and ketoconazole.

      community 3 month Progress update w/before and afters - 4 in 1 topical solution

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 10 months ago
      A user shared their 3-month progress using a topical solution containing 0.3% finasteride, 7% minoxidil, 2.2% ketoconazole, and 0.2% biotin, reporting improvements in thinning areas. Another user mentioned using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and minoxidil foam, discussing costs and side effects.

      community Why we need to be more open as men

      in Chat 3 years ago
      The emotional difficulty of hair loss for men and how society can be more understanding; various methods to address hair loss, such as finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841; and why it is important to normalize caring about one's looks.