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      If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

      in Research  830 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

      community 1 Year after TE. Scarred scalp

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 8 months ago
      Hair loss after telogen effluvium (TE) with thinning and possible scarring, treated with 5 mg oral minoxidil. Concerns about scarring alopecia and lack of regrowth, with suggestions to consider finasteride for better results.

      community Dutasteride not working - is it the end?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user tried topical minoxidil, topical and oral finasteride, and switched to dutasteride and oral minoxidil without success in stopping hair loss. Suggestions included continuing treatment longer, trying microneedling, and considering a hair transplant.

      community What is this pigmentation around my follicles?

      in Chat  29 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses potential causes of pigmentation around hair follicles, suggesting sebum buildup, autoimmune conditions, or dermatitis. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and an anti-inflammatory diet, with a recommendation to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.

      community 1 year of Oral Fin and Oral Min

      in Progress Pictures  129 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been using 1 mg oral finasteride, 2.5 mg oral minoxidil, keto shampoo, topical minoxidil, and supplements for hair loss but hasn't seen expected progress. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, increasing oral minoxidil dosage, microneedling, and checking for other conditions or deficiencies.

      community First 3 pics are at 6 months .5 mg fin daily, last 3 are 13 months

      in Progress Pictures  75 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user experienced improved hair at 6 months using 0.5 mg finasteride daily but noticed more scalp visibility and potential hair loss at 13 months, questioning if this was due to shedding or the treatment not working. Some respondents suggested the possibility of a shed or scalp inflammation, while others observed improvements or advised checking for underlying scalp conditions.

      community Nothing's working, I feel depressed, also hopeless for the first time

      in Update  100 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including Finasteride, Minoxidil, Nizoral Shampoo, Rosemary Oil, Vitamin D, Biotin, Vitamin C, Zinc and Dermarolling, that have not been successful over the past 14 months. Other users gave advice on how to cope with the issue, such as exercising, changing mindset, and shaving their head.

      community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory

      in Treatment  10 upvotes 2 months ago
      Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.

      community I just got one of these. Let's see how it goes...

      in Technology  263 upvotes 1 month ago
      Red light therapy for hair loss is controversial, with mixed results reported. Its effectiveness may depend on device quality and proper wavelength, and it is often used with minoxidil and finasteride.

      community Minoxidil experiment on single hair follicle

      in Minoxidil  1694 upvotes 10 months ago
      Minoxidil was applied to a single miniaturized hair follicle over four months, resulting in less miniaturization but not yet terminal growth. The user used a 5% minoxidil solution, specifically the Regaine brand, and observed changes using a handheld WiFi microscope.

      community losing ground after a year with dut 0.5mg

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  8 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 22-year-old has been using dutasteride (0.5 mg daily) for over a year but is experiencing increased hair shedding, scalp inflammation, and burning, and cannot use minoxidil due to side effects. Suggestions include consulting a dermatologist, trying oral minoxidil, microneedling, rosemary oil, caffeine shampoo, and considering other treatments like PRP or red light therapy.

      community 2 month on fin, looks terrible

      in Progress Pictures  21 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The user is using finasteride for hair loss and is frustrated with shedding but plans to add oral minoxidil for convenience and safety. There are concerns about using topical minoxidil around pets.

      community October 2023 - February 2024 progress

      in Progress Pictures  281 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared a four-month hair growth progress using 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, and Hims thick fix shampoo every other day. Replies include comments on photo quality and lighting, a joke about the frequency of Hims product mentions, and the original poster humorously wishing for a Hims sponsorship.

      community It has been 1 year. Should I keep going or give up?

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is considering whether to continue their hair loss treatment, which includes finasteride, minoxidil spray, keto shampoo, and dermarolling. Suggestions include increasing minoxidil application, adding multivitamins, improving sleep, and possibly switching to dutasteride, while the consensus is to keep going with the treatment.

      community 1.5 Months on Finasteride and Oral minoxidil

      in Is this regrowth?  60 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user has been using 1.25mg Finasteride, 5mg Oral Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for 1.5 months, noticing thicker hair and less scalp visibility, though changes are more noticeable in photos than in real life. They experienced no side effects from Finasteride but had initial chest discomfort with Oral Minoxidil, which resolved, and they plan to continue updating on their progress.

      community My FUE experience in Korea (General Thoughts)

      in Update  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user shared their positive experience with a 1,500 graft FUE hair transplant at NewHair Institute in Korea, highlighting the natural design by Dr. Jino Kim and the supportive staff. They experienced minimal discomfort and swelling, and appreciated the thorough aftercare and communication.

      community Male baldness - tried everything - emotionally tired....

      in Chat  37 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 30-year-old man is frustrated with hair loss despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and PRP. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, dutasteride, RU58841, or considering a hair transplant.

      community How much DHT causes hair loss ?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is taking 2.5 mg dutasteride and 5% minoxidil but is not seeing hair regrowth, and is considering adding RU58841. They are experiencing fatigue and low MCV/MCH, possibly related to dutasteride, and are advised to be patient, consider microneedling, and check for iron deficiency.
      21M on Minoxidil 3 Months: Should I Add Finasteride for Thinning Hair?

      community 21M on Minoxidil 3 Months: Should I Add Finasteride for Thinning Hair?

      in General  246 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 21-year-old male experiencing hair thinning started using Minoxidil, which stopped his shedding and led to the growth of vellus hairs on his temples. He is considering whether to add finasteride to his routine, which currently includes Minoxidil, derma rolling, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D3, zinc, and a rosemary and fenugreek lotion.