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      community 33 M, no improvement on topical min+fin

      in Minoxidil  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old man has seen no improvement in hair loss after using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride for 5-6 months, despite also derma rolling and using keto shampoo. He experienced severe side effects from oral Finasteride and is seeking advice on alternative treatments.

      community oral minoxidil is coming in clutch fr

      in Satire  641 upvotes 3 years ago
      . This conversation is a satire post about a user who appears to have an abundance of hair, with other users commenting and asking questions about the treatments they use for their hair loss. Treatments discussed include minoxidil and finasteride.

      community DUPA hair loss - What's the real deal ?

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 25-year-old male with DUPA (diffuse thinning including the donor area) has not seen improvement after 14 months on finasteride. He's considering switching to dutasteride (DUT) after advice from a hair loss YouTuber and is also contemplating trying RU58841.

      community Before and after 1 year of oral fin + topic min still 0 improvements

      in Is this regrowth?  35 upvotes 6 days ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatments, specifically the lack of improvement after one year of using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Suggestions include switching to stronger medications like dutasteride and oral minoxidil, considering a hair transplant, and possibly using microneedling or tretinoin.

      community My 38M experience shaving my head

      in Shaved/buzzed 1 week ago
      A 38-year-old man shared his experience of shaving his head, noting he looked better with a shaved head than with very short hair, and expressed concerns about using finasteride due to perceived dangers. Others in the conversation disagreed with his view on finasteride, suggesting it is safe and effective for hair loss treatment.

      community Do drugs actually work for diffuse thinning?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user is treating diffuse thinning with finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil but hasn't seen significant improvement. Others suggest that results vary, with some maintaining hair and others considering transplants or future treatments.

      community Dutasteride and partner swallowing- any risks?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 1 week ago
      Dutasteride in semen is considered a very small risk for partners, and fertility typically improves after stopping the medication. It is recommended to stop Dutasteride 3-6 months before trying to conceive to avoid potential impacts on fertility and fetal development.

      community 9 months on minoxidil. 3 months on Finasteride. Is there much change?

      in Is this regrowth?  29 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for 9 months and finasteride for 3 months to address hair thinning, noticing some new miniature hairs but uncertain about significant regrowth. Opinions vary, with some suggesting the hair looks darker and stabilized, while others recommend additional treatments like oral minoxidil, microneedling, or tretinoin.

      community Is there any progress? (2 months)

      in Is this regrowth?  9 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      The conversation is about a user seeking feedback on hair regrowth progress after two months of using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, dermastamping, and iron supplements. Most responses suggest that two months is too early to see significant results and recommend patience, with noticeable changes typically occurring around 4-6 months.

      community Is it working? 4 months now on finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  13 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil foam, and microneedling for hair loss for four months. Some users suggest it's too early for noticeable results, while others note potential improvement and emphasize patience.
      23M Considering Finasteride/Minoxidil for Receding Hairline Since High School

      community 23M Considering Finasteride/Minoxidil for Receding Hairline Since High School

      in General  88 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 23-year-old is self-conscious about a receding hairline and is considering using finasteride and minoxidil to regrow or thicken hair. Advice suggests consulting a doctor, as finasteride can stop hair loss and minoxidil can promote regrowth, but expectations should be realistic, especially for hairline regrowth.

      community My finasteride progress in a 6 month

      in Progress Pictures  1264 upvotes 2 months ago
      Successful hair regrowth after six months using finasteride and topical minoxidil, with minimal side effects like anxiety. Finasteride was the main treatment, and minoxidil supported regrowth.

      community If you had to abandon DHT blockers, what’s next?

      in Treatment  60 upvotes 3 months ago
      Users discuss alternatives to DHT blockers for hair loss, suggesting minoxidil, microneedling, natural DHT blockers, and scalp massages. Some explore RU58841, ketoconazole, hair transplants, and hair systems due to side effects from finasteride and dutasteride.

      community Fin 0.025% 1ml Daily. Now Rapidly Thinning My Third Month

      in Progress Pictures  14 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced initial success with topical finasteride 0.025% and melatonin but noticed rapid hair thinning after three months. They are considering switching to a higher dose of topical finasteride or oral finasteride, as advised by others, while being cautious about potential side effects.

      community My experience taking two months off fin

      in Research/Science  180 upvotes 3 months ago
      Stopping finasteride increased sex drive and improved mood but caused hair shedding and scalp irritation. Users discussed balancing hair preservation with side effects, considering alternatives like topical finasteride and minoxidil.

      community Got into argument with my dermatologist, AITA?

      in General  198 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 20-year-old male is frustrated with his dermatologist for refusing to prescribe DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride, instead pushing for a hair transplant despite ongoing hair thinning. The user feels dismissed and unreasonably treated, and is advised by another user to find a better dermatologist and consider finasteride or dutasteride for effective treatment.

      community Oral minoxidil timeframe (any late responders)

      in Minoxidil  34 upvotes 4 months ago
      Oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are being used to treat hair loss, but results are limited, leading to consideration of a hair transplant. The user plans to continue medication for another year before deciding on further action.

      community 2.5 months of topical Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  272 upvotes 4 months ago
      A user reported significant hair regrowth using a homemade 0.01% topical finasteride solution, highlighting its effectiveness and lack of side effects. The discussion included concerns about oral finasteride's side effects and the benefits of topical solutions.

      community 25M 4 months Fin + oral Min keep hope

      in Progress Pictures  228 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 25-year-old male shared his hair loss journey, using finasteride and oral minoxidil, which improved his hair density and quality. He also addressed dermatitis with exfoliation and anti-dandruff shampoo, and emphasized the importance of a healthy scalp and lifestyle changes.

      community Testosterone and Estradiol levels on 1 mg/day dutasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  44 upvotes 6 months ago
      A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth and improved libido after using finasteride and dutasteride for androgenetic alopecia, with no adverse effects. He plans to reduce dutasteride dosage when trying to conceive and has been using topical minoxidil since 2015.

      community 27M - look 2 months on Oral 3-in-1 - 1.1mg fin+5g min+ 1mg biotin

      in Progress Pictures  1404 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced significant hair regrowth in two months using a daily oral 3-in-1 pill containing 1.1mg finasteride, 5mg minoxidil, and 1mg biotin from LockLab, with no side effects reported. The user also uses a derma-stamp twice a week to promote blood flow and stimulate growth.

      community Should I risk changing to Dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user is considering switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride for better hair regrowth, despite concerns about potential shedding and side effects. Opinions vary, with some suggesting the switch for stronger results and others advising caution due to possible side effects and the importance of consulting a doctor.

      community Dutasteride is amazing even for women with FAGA!

      in Female  151 upvotes 7 months ago
      Dutasteride significantly improved hair health and reduced shedding for a woman with PCOS and hyperandrogenism, without causing depression or anxiety, unlike finasteride. Dutasteride also helped with PMDD symptoms and had no side effects, though it changed hair texture.