Search
for

    Sort by

    Community Join

    750-780 / 1000+ results

      community Big 3 + dermaroller update

       213 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user's experience with the Big 3 (minoxidil, finasteride and RU58841) hair loss treatment along with dermarolling. The dermaroller pin was 1.5mm used once per week and drew some blood but not a lot.

      community Two Shedding Cycles? Telogen effluvium or not?

      in Question  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after extended fasting, initially thought to be Telogen Effluvium, but later suspected male pattern baldness. They tried finasteride briefly but stopped due to concerns about side effects, and are unsure if the hair loss is due to Telogen Effluvium or another cause.

      community New regimen started after 4 years of little progress

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user is trying a new hair loss regimen including Spirolactone, Finasteride, oral Minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements. They are experiencing increased shedding and seeking advice on microneedling and treatment effectiveness.

      community Hydrocortisone cream

       7 upvotes 9 years ago
      A 30-year-old male with thinning hair and an itchy, oily scalp found that hydrocortisone cream eliminated dandruff and itching and seemed to thicken his hair. He avoided minoxidil and finasteride due to potential side effects and noted that Nizoral and Head & Shoulders worsened his symptoms.

      community Progress from Jan-June this year

      in Progress Pictures  82 upvotes 1 year ago
      User shared progress using topical Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6% daily since January, noting some improvement and no side effects. Considering adding derma rolling for better results.

      community Trivitamin Oil + derma rolling?

      in Microneedling  2 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about using a trivitamin oil mix (Vitamin E, D3, A, Argan Oil, Sunflower Oil) for hair thinning and whether it is safe to apply it after derma rolling. It is advised to wait 12-24 hours after derma rolling before applying any products to avoid infections or allergic reactions.

      community Looks like I’m allergic to propylene glycol..

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is experiencing an allergic reaction to propylene glycol in Kirkland minoxidil and is considering switching to a foam version or a low-PG minoxidil solution. They are also contemplating oral minoxidil but are concerned about its long-term safety.

      community Overdoing zinc: can it lead to shedding ?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss and the potential impact of zinc supplementation, with some users suggesting it might contribute to shedding. The original poster is using finasteride and considering adjusting their zinc intake and dosage of finasteride.

      community Vitamins Deficiency and blood works result

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation is about a user planning to start minoxidil treatment and considering increasing zinc intake to improve testosterone and libido. They are concerned about potential hair loss due to increased testosterone and are advised to consider magnesium supplementation and the effects of DHT if not on finasteride or dutasteride.

      community Washing hair every day instead of a couple times a week

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user discusses the potential impact of external DHT in sebum on hair loss and plans to wash their hair daily with salicylic acid exfoliation. They believe this might help reduce hair loss despite internal factors.

      community Problem with Topican Finasteride, sides

      in General  119 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced side effects like shallow breathing, loss of libido, and erectile issues after using topical finasteride with minoxidil for hair loss. They are considering whether to continue the treatment despite these side effects.

      community Microneedling without any meds - A few worries

      in Microneedling  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has seen great results from microneedling but is worried it might lead to faster balding without medication. They are considering adding Finasteride or Dutasteride to their routine to address underlying DHT issues.

      community Alfatradiol and Fluridil enough? Thoughs on topical fin?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is currently using alfatradiol and fluridil for hair loss and is considering adding low-dose topical finasteride but is concerned about potential side effects due to past mental health issues. They are seeking others' experiences with these treatments and their effectiveness.

      community Giving up on ever feeling comfortable in my body

      in Update  81 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.

      community Is this a regrowth or I’m just trippin?

      in Is this regrowth?  7 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user has been using 3mg oral minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, microneedling, and topical 5% minoxidil for hair loss. They are unsure about the results, noticing some regrowth but feeling dissatisfied overall.

      community 5 month results on the big 4 (Fin/Min/Niz/Derma).

      in Finasteride  20 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user shared their positive 5-month results using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, and supplements like biotin, zinc, iron, and vitamin C. They provided before and after photos and mentioned applying minoxidil even when derma rolling.

      community Dutasteride broked my liver (maybe)

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user shared their experience with high cholesterol, glucose, and potential metabolic syndrome after using Finasteride and Dutasteride for hair loss. They plan to improve their health with diet and exercise before considering medication.

      community I feel like people here shrug off nutritional issues too quickly. Particularly for Retrograde Alopecia.

      in Chat  10 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user believes Retrograde Alopecia may be linked to vitamin imbalances, specifically from taking too much Vitamin E, A, Zinc, and Selenium, and suggests it could be a middle ground between Androgenic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium. Treatments for hair loss mentioned include Androgen inhibitors and improving lifestyle factors like nutrition and sleep, with topical melatonin also recommended for Retrograde Alopecia.

      community Low Estradiol while on 1mg Fin, what should I do?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user on 1mg finasteride for a year has low estradiol levels but no significant symptoms, and others suggest monitoring without immediate concern. Some users discuss potential effects of low estrogen, like low libido, but the user reports no erectile dysfunction.

      community Something that helped my Fin sides massively (ED).

       6 upvotes 12 years ago
      Taking 1000mg l-arginine alongside 0.5 mg finasteride every other day helped alleviate erectile dysfunction and possibly increased libido. The user recommends trying l-arginine for those experiencing sexual side effects from finasteride.