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      community Can someone help me understand my blood test results?

      in Chat  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is taking 1mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil, 28mg iron, vitamin D3 + K2, and Selenium daily. They are concerned about their receding hairline despite good hair density and crown.

      community About microneedling for hair.For AGA,Is dermastamp better?

      in Microneedling  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 22-year-old female with AGA due to PCOS is using 5% minoxidil foam and 2mg finasteride daily, and is seeking advice on microneedling frequency and safety. Concerns about finasteride dosage and its effects on PCOS were discussed, with emphasis on trusting the prescribed treatment plan.

      community M22 Shedding recovery fin 1mg min 1ml

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  142 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss treatment using finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (1ml), noting significant shedding phases but hoping for improvement. Shedding is a common synchronized effect of the treatment, which may desynchronize over time, potentially taking over 5 years.

      community Severe Vitamin D deficiency?

      in Chat  16 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation is about severe Vitamin D deficiency and its potential link to hair loss. The user is already using oral finasteride, topical finasteride, and topical minoxidil for aggressive hair loss.

      community Why is no one talking about alfatradiol?

      in Treatment  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      Alfatradiol is discussed as a hair loss treatment with minimal side effects, but its effectiveness is debated, and it's not widely known or available outside Germany. Some users report side effects like gyno and ball ache, while others find it effective in stopping shedding and itching.

      community We are manipulating our hormones, surely it's prudent to track bloodwork ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  64 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses whether individuals using hair loss treatments like Dutasteride (Dut) or Finasteride (Fin) should regularly check their hormone levels through bloodwork. Some argue it's important to monitor the effects of these medications on hormone levels, while others believe it's unnecessary if there are no side effects, citing cost and practicality concerns.

      community 3 Months Finasteride Log: Below Baseline

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 5 years ago
      A 23-year-old male is using finasteride (1mg daily), derma rolling, and Nizoral for hair loss treatment, experiencing increased shedding and side effects like anxiety, decreased libido, and fatigue. Despite no positive changes in hair after three months, he plans to continue finasteride and may consider RU58841 or CB as future treatments, avoiding minoxidil due to past negative experiences.

      community Blood test before using Fin (Germany)

      in Update  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing their blood test results and questioning if it's okay to start a hair loss treatment with finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Olumiant alternative for Alopecia Areata?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user with alopecia areata is considering treatment options like injections or Olumiant but is concerned about cost and whether delaying treatment will lead to permanent hair loss. They are seeking alternative treatments that are more affordable for a college student.

      community Creatine made all my high DHT symptoms return

      in Research/Science  81 upvotes 1 year ago
      Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing symptoms like acne, oily hair, and hair shedding. Users report mixed experiences, with some avoiding creatine due to hair loss concerns and others seeing no impact.

      community Pyrilutamide update: three months

      in Update  31 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's 3-month experience with pyrilutamide to reduce hair shedding, and how it may not be strong enough to stop the thinning of their hairline. Other users mentioned the effectiveness of minoxidil and finasteride for treating hair loss.

      community 23M Wierd blood test results after 7 months on finasteroid (1mg daily)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user experienced unexpected hormone test results after 7 months on 1mg daily finasteride, noting a decrease in estradiol despite expectations of an increase. Other users suggested that hormone responses can vary and that finasteride might still be effective if DHT levels are within range, while also mentioning factors like circadian rhythm and stress that could impact results.

      community Whey protein and hair loss

       6 upvotes 8 years ago
      Whey protein does not cause hair loss; concerns are likely unfounded. The user is on finasteride and minoxidil but sees no improvement, so they are phasing out these treatments while continuing to work out and use whey protein.

      community Questions about DUPA and figuring out what my hairloss is (NEED INPUT BADLY)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses severe hair shedding and thinning, with the original poster using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and other supplements without improvement. The discussion highlights the possibility of telogen effluvium and the importance of addressing potential underlying health issues, such as stress and gut health, rather than assuming diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA).

      community Can fin changing dosage frequency cause shedding?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user reduced their finasteride dosage and added vitamin D due to deficiency, questioning if this change could cause hair shedding. Another user suggests shedding is unlikely with this dosage change, but more likely with a stronger drug like dutasteride.

      community DUPA, Non Responders and Connective Tissue Disorders

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 27-year-old male with diffuse hair loss, including the donor area, did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil. He suspects his hair loss may be linked to a mild connective tissue disorder, possibly affecting the structural support of hair follicles, rather than being purely hormonal.

      community 18 and possibly in the midst of MPB

       7 upvotes 12 years ago
      The user noticed hair thinning since age 15, initially attributed to a Vitamin D deficiency. They are currently using Rogaine and considering Propecia but are hesitant about a scalp biopsy; they seek financially practical treatments for male-pattern baldness.