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community concerns about starting minoxidil

in Female 1 upvotes 5 years ago

An 18-year-old woman experiencing hair loss due to stress, possible PCOS, and low vitamin D is concerned about starting 5% minoxidil foam, prescribed by her doctor, due to potential facial hair growth. She is also using a topical steroid for scalp sensitivity and pain.

community 3 months progress- fin/min/LLLT/pumpkin seed oil/ Rosemary oil added to shampoo.

in Progress Pictures 287 upvotes 5 years ago

A user shared their 3-month hair loss progress using finasteride, minoxidil, low-level light therapy, pumpkin seed oil, and rosemary oil. The user saw a reduction in balding crown size but couldn't determine which treatment was most effective.

community Experience with Nutrafol products

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses using Nutrafol products, Minoxidil, and considering Finasteride for hair loss treatment. The user is exploring natural supplements and other options due to low testosterone levels and concerns about Finasteride while trying to conceive.

community Justifications for starting Finasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 5 years ago

An 18-year-old decided to start taking finasteride for hair loss, justifying it by stating that finasteride is the most effective treatment available and that the risk of side effects is low, with clinical trials showing it stops hair loss in 80% of men. The user encourages others not to be deterred by negative forum posts and to consider their own experience and clinical data.

community ‘ Health Risks Associated with Long-Term Finasteride and Dutasteride Use: It’s Time to Sound the Alarm’ Thoughts? Concerns?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 66 upvotes 5 years ago

The potential health risks associated with long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride, with some responses pointing out the low quality of the journal that published the review article as well as highlighting other alternatives such as keto or minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Will I be a good candidate for finasteride?

in Chat 1 upvotes 5 years ago

A 17-year-old is considering finasteride for a receding hairline and seeks advice. Suggestions include starting with low-dose finasteride, trying dermarolling and Minoxidil, and consulting a physician.

community Oral minoxidil may not be as dangerous as what people say

in Minoxidil 9 upvotes 5 years ago

The safety of using oral minoxidil to treat hair loss and thinning, with studies showing mild side effects at low doses. It was suggested that people should consult a doctor or dermatologist before taking any type of medication for hair loss.

community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 6 years ago

Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.

community Starting an experiment to test DHT levels with Fin and Creatine.

in Finasteride 142 upvotes 6 years ago

The user experimented with finasteride to reduce hair loss and plans to test if creatine affects DHT levels while on finasteride. Initial results showed low DHT levels, indicating finasteride's effectiveness, with further tests planned for creatine's impact.

community Minoxidil scalp irritation, is there any solution?

in Minoxidil 4 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation is about managing scalp irritation caused by minoxidil use. Suggestions include switching to foam, using fluocinonide topical solution, trying lipogaine for sensitive skin, and considering low-dose oral minoxidil.

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