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      community Heavy shedding due to change finasteride brand switch

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced heavy hair shedding after switching finasteride brands and is concerned whether it's due to fake finasteride or a normal part of the treatment process. They have been using finasteride, minoxidil, tretinoin, and derma rolling for almost 8 months.

      community Sea salt spray for thin, oily hair

      in Product  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Sea salt spray is recommended for adding volume and managing oily, thin hair. It's affordable and effective, with store brands being a good option.

      community Is this fake Kirkland Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is concerned about the authenticity of Kirkland Minoxidil they purchased, as the packaging and bleach test results suggest it might be fake. Despite testing multiple bottles from different sellers, all showed similar inconsistencies, leading to doubts about their legitimacy.

      community Microneedling only with rosemary

      in Microneedling 1 year ago
      A user asked if microneedling, massages, and essential oils can prevent further hair loss in the crown area without using drugs. The response indicated that without a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor, hair loss will likely continue.

      community New Approach to Ketoconazole or just waste of time?

      in Ketoconazole  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      The post discusses using 2% ketoconazole shampoo as a competitive androgen receptor antagonist for hair loss, applied for 1.5 hours daily. The user questions its effectiveness and potential benefits compared to finasteride and minoxidil.

      community If you're in your 20s and doubting wheter to start a protocol, READ THIS.

      in Progress Pictures  152 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared their experience with hair loss, initially using Minoxidil, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a derma roller with good results, but relapsed after stopping. They later started a more aggressive protocol including Minoxidil, Finasteride, a derma stamp, and ketoconazole shampoo, achieving great hair regrowth but experiencing side effects from Finasteride.

      community HairCafe was right about trolls on dutasteride

      in Chat  232 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user falsely claimed to use 2.5mg of dutasteride by using someone else's photo, which actually showed results from finasteride. The conversation discusses the challenges and skepticism around hair loss treatments like dutasteride and finasteride.

      community Don't give up! 9 months on Minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  392 upvotes 2 years ago
      A trans man shared progress pictures showing significant hair regrowth after 9 months on oral Minoxidil and 1.5 years on finasteride. He encourages others to stick with their treatments despite initial setbacks.

      community 3 months in and it's happening!

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      User is excited about hair regrowth progress after 3 months using finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, and biotin. Initial side effects included chest tightness and faster heartbeat, but none persist.

      community 19M started minoxidil 5% and dermarolling 4 months ago. First pic is the end of my first month (january 21) and the second is today (april 21). I apply minoxidil 2 times a day and dermaroll 0.5mm once a week. Thoughts?

      in Progress Pictures  71 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 19-year-old male has been using minoxidil 5% and dermarolling for four months to treat hair loss, applying minoxidil twice daily and dermarolling once a week. Commenters suggest consistent treatment, improving picture quality, and adding a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor to enhance results.

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

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  64 upvotes 2 years 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 Little Update - Min 6 Months and Fin 5 Months

      in Progress Pictures  263 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user shared a 6-month progress update on hair regrowth using Minoxidil and 5 months of Finasteride, along with a hair transplant of 4,200 grafts. Commenters reacted positively, discussing the effectiveness of these treatments and the impact on self-image.

      community Why anecdotal evidence is so valued around here?

      in Chat  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses why personal stories about hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are often taken more seriously than scientific evidence in certain forums. People tend to believe what they want and use others' experiences to support their own views on treatment effectiveness and side effects.

      community What next after 2 years of fin and min?

      in Progress Pictures  18 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss for 2 years and started microneedling, now considering a hair transplant in Mexico. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and various opinions on hair transplant locations and the user's current hair condition.

      community CTE and lots of shedding for over a year

      in Female  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A female user has experienced severe hair shedding since stopping birth control in late 2022, diagnosed as telogen effluvium with no signs of androgenetic alopecia. Despite healthy living and optimal bloodwork, she continues to shed hair daily but also sees significant regrowth.

      community Which Minoxidil solution should i use?

      in Minoxidil  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is using Minoxidil 5% with procapil spray and oral Minoxidil 2.5mg daily, and plans to add finasteride 1mg. They accidentally ordered a Minoxidil solution with finasteride 0.1% and are seeking advice on which to use.

      community 3 months on fin, hopeful progress

      in Progress Pictures  112 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has seen hopeful hair regrowth after 3 months on 1mg finasteride and 0.5mm dermarolling, in addition to using minoxidil 5% for over a year. They noticed improvement in their hairline and a bald spot.

      community My dear dog (M9) is balding...

      in Satire  778 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is a satirical discussion about a user joking that their dog is balding and needs hair loss treatments like finasteride, with others commenting on the creepiness of an AI-generated image of a dog with human features.

      community Does lowering serum prolactin lower prolactin in the scalp?

      in Research/Science  13 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses whether not masturbating (semen retention) affects hair loss, with opinions varying but generally dismissing the idea. Some participants mention using hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841, but the effectiveness and relation to prolactin levels in the scalp are debated.

      community Any other treatments to still be hopeful for?

      in Research/Science  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of new hair loss treatments, with a focus on pyrilutamide, gt20029, and topical alfatradiol, and the possibility of improving their effectiveness through methods like increased concentration and microneedling. Dutasteride is also mentioned as a stronger option.

      community Finasteride increase in Estradiol?

      in Update  17 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.

      community results in just 2 months🙏🙏19(M)

      in Progress Pictures  72 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 19-year-old user shared impressive hair growth results after using 5% topical minoxidil foam and 1mg finasteride for two months, along with vitamin D. They recommend this regimen for others, noting significant improvements in hair thickness and health.

      community GT20029 phase II results release date?

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the anticipated release date of phase II results for a hair loss treatment called GT20029 and the cautious optimism surrounding it due to past disappointments with similar treatments. Users expect an update in the next few months.