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      community Homelessess: the solution right in front of our eyes?

      in Satire  142 upvotes 4 months ago
      Homelessness is humorously proposed as a solution to hair loss due to less grooming and stress. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are discussed, with genetics and lifestyle also considered important factors.

      community Almost 7 months on topical fin/min- not seeing much benefit

      in Progress Pictures  12 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 39-year-old user has been using topical 0.3% finasteride with 6% minoxidil for almost 7 months without seeing significant improvement in hair regrowth. They are considering switching to a gel with higher minoxidil concentration, adding retinoic acid, or trying topical dutasteride, while others suggest returning to 5% minoxidil foam, adding oral finasteride, or exploring microneedling and lifestyle changes.

      community Accelerated Hair Loss from Creatine

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  133 upvotes 6 months ago
      Creatine may cause hair loss in some individuals, especially those on finasteride, despite no scientific link. Personal experiences suggest individual sensitivity to DHT could be a factor.

      community 12 Months 1mg Oral Fin 5mg Min

      in Progress Pictures  394 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 24-year-old user shared their 12-month progress using 1mg oral finasteride and 5mg oral minoxidil for hair loss, reporting significant improvement after initially starting with 2.5mg minoxidil. They experienced no side effects and noted thicker eyelashes, with results becoming noticeable around the 9th or 10th month.

      community Almost 2 years on Fin, AMA, saved my hair

      in Progress Pictures  489 upvotes 7 months ago
      Finasteride significantly improved hair density and confidence, with noticeable results after 8-9 months and no major side effects reported. The user chose finasteride over a finasteride and minoxidil combination due to ease and effectiveness, and plans to continue using it to maintain results.

      community 24M - 14 months of treatment (diffuse thinning)

      in Progress Pictures  722 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth after 14 months of treatment with 0.5mg dutasteride and 5mg minoxidil, with no side effects reported. He plans to consider a hair transplant for his hairline, as the treatment did not improve that area.

      community only microneedling and supplements

      in Progress Pictures  67 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user used microneedling, zinc, vitamin D3, biotin, magnesium, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a DHT-blocker shampoo with biotin for hair loss. They are considering adding minoxidil due to stagnation in progress.

      community Dut is completely butchering my hair

      in Progress Pictures  154 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride led to significant hair thinning and receding for the user, despite using topical minoxidil daily. Many users suggest that shedding is common with dutasteride, but some recommend returning to finasteride if no improvement is seen after a year.

      community 8 months Oral min and Dutasteride

      in Progress Pictures  62 upvotes 1 year ago
      Oral minoxidil and dutasteride are used for hair loss with mixed results. Some users report new growth, while others suggest scalp inflammation may be an issue.

      community Hair Loss & Lipids: Why you have sebderm, folliculitis, LPP, inflammation, etc...

      in Research/Science  132 upvotes 1 year ago
      Excess sebum rich in cholesterol and triglycerides can lead to hair loss through inflammation, with treatments like Ciclopirox shampoo, Benzoyl Peroxide shampoo, and Clindamycin gel recommended for managing conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis. Pioglitazone is suggested for Lichen Planopilaris, while Omega-3s and reducing processed foods may improve sebum quality, though genetic factors play a significant role.

      community How I thought fin would be vs how it is

      in Chat  315 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride effectively regrew hair and improved quality after increasing the dose from 0.5mg to 1mg, with no side effects. The user is cautious about adding minoxidil, fearing it might disrupt progress.

      community Finasteride and fertility. Personal report.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  829 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride can affect sperm quality, but fertility usually returns after stopping it, as shown by a user who conceived four months after discontinuation. Some users successfully conceive while on finasteride, though some prefer to pause its use to minimize risks.

      community Roomate found my meds and made fun of me

      in Chat  351 upvotes 1 year ago
      A college student is embarrassed after their roommate found and mocked their hair loss medications, including Minoxidil and finasteride. The student is advised to report the privacy violation and consider finding a new roommate.

      community I have tried many treatments but it's getting worse. 23M.

      in Treatment  84 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 23-year-old male experiencing worsening hair loss has tried topical Minoxidil, Finasteride, Progesterone, Hydrocortisone butyrate, and Ketoconazole. He is considering switching to oral Finasteride due to concerns about side effects and lack of improvement.

      community 4 Weeks - Oral Minoxidil & Dutasteride. Minor changes.

      in Is this regrowth?  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced minor hair regrowth after 4 weeks of using oral minoxidil and dutasteride, despite initial side effects like minor sickness and reduced sexual desire. The user is surprised by the early results and plans to continue the treatment, also using Nizoral shampoo.

      community Being Bald vs Balding - My experience after shaving it off

      in Update  217 upvotes 1 year ago
      A man in his thirties found increased confidence after shaving his head, despite years of hair loss. Others discussed using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants, with mixed opinions on their effectiveness.

      community 25 years on finasteride - my experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  945 upvotes 1 year ago
      A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.

      community EU Shouldn't Ban Fin & Dut: PFS is NOT REAL.

      in Research/Science  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or "Post Finasteride Syndrome," with concerns often linked to the nocebo effect and preexisting mental health issues. The EU is unlikely to ban these drugs, but access may become more restricted due to ongoing debates.

      community Finasteride progress 0,5mg 1 year and 4 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  521 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has taken 0.5mg of finasteride daily for 1 year and 4 months, experiencing hair regrowth and thicker hair without significant side effects. They avoided minoxidil due to side effects and noticed improvements starting at 2-3 months, with significant results at 6-8 months.