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      community Treating my DUPA via controlling inflammation

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has DUPA and suspects autoimmune activity as a cause. They have tried various treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, pyrilutamide, estrogel, hydrocortisone, and clobetasol, and are now seeking a long-term immunosuppressant.

      community 50% test increase after 18 months of taking DUT

      in Update  57 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user reported a 50% increase in testosterone after 18 months of taking dutasteride for hair loss. The conversation includes skepticism about the reliability of single testosterone tests and questions about estrogen levels.

      community top things to do once you cure your hairloss

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  210 upvotes 5 months ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, with users joking about misleading others to keep treatments secret. It includes sarcastic comments about side effects and ineffective remedies.

      community Why you may be taking Dutasteride wrong

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  63 upvotes 7 months ago
      Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for hair loss, with optimal dosing at 0.5mg once or twice a week to minimize side effects. Topical application may further reduce side effects while effectively lowering scalp DHT.

      community Now i want to see if this DHT survives

      in Treatment  33 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and RU58841 for hair loss treatment. Users share experiences with these treatments, noting side effects and varying effectiveness.

      community Clearing the air on how non-surgical treatments really work

       15 upvotes 7 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.

      community How bad is Canadian water for your hair?

      in Research/Science 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss potentially linked to Canadian tap water, specifically in Windsor, Ontario. The user questions if hard or chlorinated water contributes to hair loss and seeks ways to treat the water to reduce hair fall.

      community Has anyone experienced this? Loss of density with DUT. please help

      in Chat  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride led to hair density loss, prompting consideration of returning to finasteride. Consistency with dutasteride and adding RU58841 did not prevent the loss, and users suggest giving dutasteride more time or consulting a dermatologist.

      community I had my DHT Levels measured (Topical solution)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the use of topical finasteride for hair loss, with the user considering whether oral finasteride might be more effective in reducing DHT levels. Other users suggest alternatives like dutasteride, RU58841, saw palmetto, and a combination of Redensyl, Procapil, and Capixyl, while debating the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.

      community Fluridil/topilutamide experince

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is trying fluridil/topilutamide for hair loss and experiencing side effects like pain in the testicles and genital discomfort. They previously had adverse effects with finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841, and are considering other treatments like topical dutasteride and spironolactone for maintenance before a hair transplant.

      community For people with overly oily hair, does topical finasteride/dutasteride/antiandrogens (like RU or Pyrilutamide) reduce sebum overproduction?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether topical finasteride, dutasteride, or antiandrogens like RU58841 can reduce sebum overproduction as an early indicator of their effectiveness in treating hair loss. It suggests that while hair growth may take months to observe, a decrease in oiliness could be a quicker sign of a product's action.

      community Oral minox + dut

      in Research/Science  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments using oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, and mesotherapy dutasteride, showing impressive 6-month results. The user wishes these treatments were available in the U.S.

      community Dutasteride 2.5 mg Progress (6 months)

      in Progress Pictures  162 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 49-year-old male switched from Finasteride to Dutasteride 2.5 mg daily, along with oral Minoxidil 5 mg, resulting in significant hair regrowth and stopping hair loss after six months. Despite initial side effects like adrenaline spikes and urinary issues, the user is satisfied with the results and plans to continue the treatment.

      community Switching from oral to topical dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      Switching from oral to topical dutasteride can cause shedding due to changes in DHT levels, and it's recommended to overlap both treatments to minimize this effect. Topical dutasteride may cause scalp irritation, and the user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative.

      community For those of you applying Pyrilutamide, what's your plan B?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user switched from Pyrilutamide to RU58841, changed their Minoxidil solution, and continued using low-dose Finasteride, derma rolling, and specific shampoo. They asked others about their plans after Pyrilutamide's disappointing results.

      community Waterman's Grow Me Shampoo - Snake Oil?

      in Advice  6 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user has been using Waterman's Grow Me Shampoo, which claims to have DHT blockers and promote hair growth. They've noticed potentially faster hair growth and some new hairs but are unsure if the product is effective or not.

      community Why do people say you will have an extremely high chance of maintenance if you are on Dutasteride, if 0.5 mg only removes 50% of scalp dht

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      Dutasteride and finasteride are effective for many in reducing hair loss by lowering DHT levels, though results vary based on individual sensitivity and genetics. Higher doses of dutasteride may not significantly increase hair growth due to diminishing returns, and topical finasteride is suggested as an alternative for some.

      community 5 month Progress on dut from fin

      in Progress Pictures  242 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride, taking 0.5 mg oral dutasteride and 2.5 mg oral minoxidil daily, and reported significant hair regrowth with no side effects. The user experienced a shedding phase lasting a bit over a month after switching to dutasteride.

      community 42 yo. Fin/Dut for 9 months. Occasional min.

      in Progress Pictures  46 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 42-year-old shares progress using finasteride and dutasteride for 9 months, with occasional minoxidil use, noticing results after a month. The user applied minoxidil consistently for 3 months, then sporadically once a week.