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      community Not balding just low density hair

      in Styling  576 upvotes 2 months ago
      A person with low-density hair likely experiencing diffuse thinning. Suggested treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.

      community About to throw in towel. I just don't know anymore

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe side effects from finasteride, including sleep issues, depression, and gynecomastia, and is considering stopping the medication. They are exploring other treatments like RU58841 and dutasteride but are hesitant due to potential side effects.

      community Melatonin emerging as new treatment for androgenic alopecia?

      in Update  35 upvotes 1 year ago
      Melatonin is being considered as a potential treatment for androgenic alopecia, with some users discussing its effects and combining it with other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns about melatonin's impact on hormones and side effects from other treatments like ketoconazole were also discussed.

      community The "I just want hair until im 30" cope.

      in Chat  220 upvotes 1 year ago
      Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hair loss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.

      community 28 M....only oral finasteride 1mg

      in Progress Pictures  245 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 28-year-old male using only oral finasteride 1mg since May 15, 2024, reports no side effects and significant hair improvement. He plans to continue finasteride for three more months and is considering adding D3+K2 drops, zinc, folate, and magnesium glycinate.

      community Finasteride and minoxidil Dec 1st to may 10th

      in Is this regrowth?  392 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone's progress with hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil from December 1st to May 10th. They also mention using a topical treatment with a concentration of 0.004 per spray.

      community Mid 40s Fin only - 12 month update.

      in Progress Pictures  508 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user in their mid-40s shared a 12-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They started seeing thicker hair and regrowth after 3 months, with no side effects noticed.

      community My 7 month oral minoxidil progress (1mg/day)

      in Progress Pictures  389 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that oral minoxidil has been effective in saving and restoring hair, but it may have diminishing returns as you age. It is suggested to consider using finasteride in addition to minoxidil for better results.

      community Hair Transplant result after one week

      in Progress Pictures  588 upvotes 2 years ago
      The post is about a user's hair transplant results after one week, with 4000 grafts implanted. The conversation includes discussions about the healing process, shedding phase, and the number of grafts used.

      community My experience with 1mg fin eod

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 3 years ago
      A 30-year-old man shared his experience with finasteride, taking 1mg every other day, which led to sexual side effects and other issues, prompting him to stop the treatment despite initial hair improvement. He previously tried natural methods and minoxidil without much success and is now considering a buzzcut.

      community My nuclear protocol (scary but very effective)

      in Treatment  80 upvotes 4 years ago
      A hair loss treatment protocol involving topical and oral medications such as Minoxidil, RU58841, Finasteride, Dutasteride, Melatonin, Zinc, Vitamin B6, NAC, Caffeine, Biotin, Ginseng, and Semen; other treatments including Microneedling, Laser Helmet, Nizoral shampoo, Scalp Massage and supplements like Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Fish Oil, and Biotin; and the potential side effects of using this protocol.

      community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"

      in Research/Science  108 upvotes 5 years ago
      Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.

      community Suffering from intense sides from dutasteride

       17 upvotes 8 years ago
      A person experienced severe sexual side effects, including loss of libido and erectile dysfunction, after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medications and sought advice, but recovery was slow and uncertain.
      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 Post Low-Level Laser Light Therapy Syndrome (PLLLTS )

      in Satire  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      Hair loss discussion includes LLLT treatments and a satirical condition called PLLLTS, causing patients to resemble lighthouses and attract moths. Some users express concern about others taking the satire seriously.

      community Losing Hair on Dutasteride? You might have LPP

      in Research/Science  100 upvotes 1 year ago
      Men with hair loss might have lichen planopilaris (LPP), which can mimic androgenetic alopecia, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. Proper diagnosis, including biopsies, is crucial to distinguish between androgenetic alopecia and conditions like LPP.

      community My experience and a discourse on “DUPA”

      in Chat  46 upvotes 3 years ago
      How diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) is not an invitation to self-diagnose oneself with aggressive AGA and that seeking a specialized dermatologist may help people experiencing hair loss. Treatment options discussed include topical clobetasol propionate, oral minoxidil, and discontinuing finasteride.

      community MBP Itch CURE?/ Slow shedding TBD

      in Question  7 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user with diffuse hair loss for a decade tried various treatments, including LLLT Helmet, supplements, topicals, and hair transplants. They found relief from scalp inflammation and itching using a topical solution made from crushed Xeljanz pills mixed with ethyl alcohol.