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      community This sucks hard. I want my life back

      in Chat  125 upvotes 11 months ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, vitamins, and keto shampoo. They are contemplating a hair transplant but worry about their age and future hair loss.

      community I am about to cry, umI hate my gens

      in Chat  58 upvotes 11 months ago
      Hair loss affects confidence, with discussions on treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841. Emphasis is placed on self-acceptance and building confidence beyond appearance.

      community Pelage Announces Positive Results of Phase 2a Trials for PP405

      in Update  300 upvotes 11 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in treating severe hair loss, with 31% of users experiencing over 20% hair density increase in four weeks, faster than minoxidil and finasteride. Some users are skeptical about the results' significance and long-term efficacy.

      community My 2.5 year hair journey so far (25M)

      in Progress Pictures  191 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 25-year-old male shared his 2.5-year hair restoration journey using 1 mg finasteride and oral minoxidil, starting with 2.5 mg and increasing to 5 mg, resulting in significant hair improvement and no major side effects. He experienced minor shedding and noted better results with the higher minoxidil dosage.

      community Don't give up on finasteride folks

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  282 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride may take over two years to show results and can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and emotional changes. Alternatives such as dutasteride and minoxidil are discussed, with varying effectiveness and side effects.

      community Crown recovery - November 2024 to now. Crazy!

      in Progress Pictures  2117 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 29-year-old shared their hair recovery progress using a liposomal topical finasteride/minoxidil solution, LLLT helmet, and vitamins, noting that transplants were only on the hairline. They highlighted the effectiveness of their regimen and addressed skepticism with photos.

      community 7 years on Fin… I’m tired of this

      in Progress Pictures  25 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 7 years and had a hair transplant, but is experiencing hair thinning and itchiness, particularly on one side, leading to concerns about male pattern baldness or other health issues. Despite having a full head of hair, the user is considering shaving it due to mental health struggles and is advised to consult a therapist and consider other treatments like minoxidil or dutasteride.

      community 30 Female, a month into 5% Minoxidil - is this normal?

      in Female  30 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman experiencing rapid hair loss is using 5% Minoxidil, Saw Palmetto, vitamins, and Nizoral, but is advised to see a dermatologist as her symptoms may indicate a condition other than androgenetic alopecia, such as alopecia areata or a thyroid issue. Many suggest a biopsy and blood tests to determine the underlying cause.

      community 2 years on treatment (stack update)

      in Progress Pictures  461 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth progress using Dutasteride, topical Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and Estradiol Valerate injections as part of hormone replacement therapy for transitioning. They experienced significant hair improvement and personal satisfaction but caution against this approach for non-transitioning individuals due to irreversible changes.

      community All my gains from minoxidil fell out years later

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  48 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss after initially gaining hair with minoxidil and is now using dutasteride and oral minoxidil alongside topical minoxidil, hoping to regain lost hair. There is uncertainty about the effectiveness of these treatments, with some users suggesting that blocking DHT might help, while others express skepticism about regrowth.

      community Stop wasting your time with BS products

      in Treatment  413 upvotes 1 year ago
      Effective treatments for hair loss include finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil. Starting treatment early is important, and users discuss different brands, forms, and side effects.

      community 18-month update: 39M, Dut, Min, Saw Palmetto, Biotin, Red Light, Microneedling

      in Progress Pictures  140 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 39-year-old man shared his 18-month hair regrowth progress using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, saw palmetto, biotin, red light therapy, and microneedling. He experienced significant improvement after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and adding oral minoxidil, with plans to possibly consider a hair transplant in the future.

      community Unpopular Opinion: hair cloning kind of sucks as a potential future cure.

      in Technology  27 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair cloning is seen as a distant and potentially less relevant solution for hair loss due to its high cost, invasiveness, and the advancement of other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Many believe that by the time hair cloning becomes viable, other less invasive and more effective treatments will be available.

      community 18 months of oral Minoxidil, 5 months of Finasteride.

      in Progress Pictures  1156 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral Minoxidil (5mg daily) for 18 months and Finasteride (1mg daily) for 5 months, with minimal side effects. The combination stopped hair loss and improved hair thickness, although a hair transplant is still considered for a receded hairline.

      community 4 months!! We making progress!!

      in Progress Pictures  504 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using 0.5 mg Dutasteride, 2.5 mg oral Minoxidil, and Biotin gummies, after switching from Finasteride due to insomnia. They highlighted the importance of brushing the scalp for blood flow and reported significant progress in four months without side effects.

      community Update on the ol' crown (oral min/fin)

      in Progress Pictures  1013 upvotes 1 year ago
      Using 2.5mg oral minoxidil and 1mg oral finasteride daily leads to significant hair regrowth without side effects, especially at the crown. Consistency is crucial, and some users consider additional methods like derma rolling.

      community 3 years on fin glad I started when I did

      in Progress Pictures  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride, starting with 1mg five times a week and later reducing to 0.5mg six times a week for maintenance. They reported some initial side effects, like minor pain and watery semen, but no major issues, and attributed additional improvements to lifestyle changes.

      community My personal experience/observations fighting AGA seriously for 5 years

      in Treatment  47 upvotes 1 year ago
      Minoxidil with alcohol and propylene glycol was more effective than non-alcohol versions, and RU58841 worked best in a non-water-based solution. Oral finasteride showed better results than topical, despite side effects; microneedling and tretinoin worsened hair loss, and PRP was only helpful when younger.

      community Age 18 vs Age 25, the importance of starting early

      in Progress Pictures  883 upvotes 1 year ago
      An 18-year-old began using Finasteride and Topical Minoxidil for hair loss, later switching to Oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride by age 25. The conversation emphasizes early treatment, potential side effects, and differing opinions on medication effectiveness.

      community Do we have anything in the pipeline that is used as a replacement for minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on alternatives to Minoxidil, such as Bimatoprost and Latanoprost, and the use of Finasteride, Dutasteride, RU58841, and microneedling. The user plans to add Latanoprost to their regimen, which already includes oral and topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, Ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling.

      community Do hair follicles dies or are dormant ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  92 upvotes 1 year ago
      Hair follicles can be dormant and potentially revived with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, but irreversible loss occurs if certain structures are destroyed. Early intervention is more effective, and additional methods like microneedling may help.