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      community 10 months treating MPB - I am happy with these results

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old man shared his positive results after 10 months of treating male pattern baldness using a regimen that includes Estradiol Enanthate, DHPA, Bicalutamide, Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, and a dermaroller. He experienced mild gynecomastia and reduced body hair as side effects but was satisfied with the outcome.

      community Question for RU users and regular usage

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair shedding while using finasteride and RU58841, possibly due to changes in application methods. They are considering adding minoxidil and stemoxydine to their regimen to improve results and manage hair greasiness.

      community Bicalutamide and muscles growth

      in Female  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia is considering bicalutamide to slow hair loss but is concerned about its impact on muscle growth due to its anti-androgen effects. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, spironolactone, RU58841, and minoxidil, with concerns about bicalutamide's side effects.

      community Oral Minoxidil worse hair after 1 year

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user switched from topical to oral Minoxidil and Finasteride but saw no improvement after a year, with hair appearing thinner. They recently switched to Dutasteride, hoping for better results.

      community Having androgen receptor density and sensitivity at wrong f*ing place

      in Satire  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, focusing on the use of topical minoxidil, microneedling, finasteride, and dutasteride, while debating the role of testosterone and DHT in hair loss. It also touches on the potential liver health impacts of these treatments and the genetic sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens.
      FtM 31yo started fin 24 days ago

      community FtM 31yo started fin 24 days ago

      in General  152 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 31-year-old individual started taking finasteride 24 days ago to address hair thinning and loss, which has worsened their mood and stress. They have not yet added minoxidil and are experiencing significant shedding, contributing to sleep issues and insecurity about their hairline.

      community 75 days on Oral Min & Oral Fin Retrograde Alopecia

      in Progress Pictures  57 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user shared their 75-day progress using oral minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for retrograde alopecia, reporting significant improvement and increased body hair without side effects. They also discussed quitting smoking and the potential correlation between early beard growth and male pattern baldness.

      community Inconsistency, shed or loss after 3 years

      in Update  1 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user experienced hair thinning after inconsistent use of finasteride and minoxidil while living abroad. They are now considering switching to dutasteride, which some believe is more effective, though others caution it may not work better for everyone.

      community New stack I started this year has ruined my hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride and topical minoxidil to oral minoxidil and dutasteride worsened hair condition, leading to frustration and heart issues, prompting a return to topical treatments and the addition of tretinoin. Patience and consistency are advised, as these treatments can take years to show results, and abrupt changes may cause shedding.

      community Bicalutamide vs Finasteride for female AGA plus TE

      in Female  3 upvotes 5 months ago
      OP is considering Bicalutamide for female AGA and TE but is concerned about its side effects and effectiveness compared to Finasteride. OP is also using Minoxidil and Spironolactone but is experiencing significant shedding and is unsure if it's androgen-driven or due to Minoxidil changes.

      community High stress causing more shedding perhaps balding? 21(M)

       4 upvotes 12 years ago
      A 21-year-old male is experiencing hair shedding, possibly due to stress from a breakup, and is using minoxidil and drinking green tea to address it. Others suggest stress as a cause and recommend consulting a dermatologist if it persists.

      community Frustrated this week, shaving an option after a decade of trying

      in Update  61 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is frustrated with ongoing hair loss despite using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, and is considering shaving their head. They are advised to maintain consistency with medication, consider oral minoxidil, and explore hair transplant options.

      community 43, Experiencing Shedding 6 Months After Switching to Dutasteride

      in Basic Questions  139 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 43-year-old experienced hair loss and used Finasteride successfully for 18 years before switching to Dutasteride due to renewed thinning. After 6 months on Dutasteride, they experienced itching and increased hair loss, leading to concerns about prolonged shedding and considering switching back to Finasteride.

      community Anyone lossing Hair wen apply RU/Minox?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reports losing a significant amount of hair when applying RU58841 and Minoxidil but loses much less hair when massaging or brushing without these treatments. They are concerned about the increased hair loss associated with these products.

      community My hair transformation Journey DONT GIVE UP

      in Transplants  64 upvotes 3 months ago
      A 30-year-old male with androgenic alopecia started using topical Minoxidil in 2018, Finasteride in 2020, and switched to oral Minoxidil and Dutasteride after Finasteride stopped working. He underwent hair transplants in 2022 and 2025, showing significant improvement in recent photos.

      community 8 months fin 3 months min update

      in Progress Pictures  49 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been on finasteride for 8 months and minoxidil for 3 months, experiencing minor regrowth at the temples but overall worse hair loss, with constant shedding and itching. They are concerned about thinning on the sides and nape, questioning if it's diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA) and seeking advice on what to do next.

      community The emotional cost of hair loss

      in Chat  213 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 21-year-old expresses feeling alone and invalidated in his struggle with hair loss, seeking empathy from others. Some users share similar feelings, while one mentions making progress with dutasteride and minoxidil treatments and considering a hair transplant.

      community 6 month progress on min & fin, stay consistent

      in Progress Pictures  476 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about a user's 6-month progress using topical Minoxidil (5%) and oral Finasteride (2.5 mg) for hair loss, emphasizing consistency for results. The user reports some side effects like mental fog and increased body hair but no significant changes in libido.

      community Dutasteride treatment in female 6 months

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported worsening hair shedding and thinning after 6 months of daily dutasteride, despite also using minoxidil, bicalutamide, and recently adding RU58841. They are considering stopping dutasteride due to lack of improvement.

      community 4 months on fin, adding topical min

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 3 months ago
      A user in their 40s is using finasteride every other day and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss, considering adding topical minoxidil for further regrowth, including on eyebrows. They are advised to continue with the current regimen for a few more months before reassessing and to be cautious with minoxidil due to its application challenges and potential risks to pets.

      community Will be transition to dutasteride shortly.

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  12 upvotes 3 years ago
      A user who had good results with finasteride and minoxidil for three years experienced sudden hair thinning and is switching to dutasteride combined with oral minoxidil and vitamin D3, and starting caffeine topicals. Some responses suggest the hair loss could be a synchronized shedding and advise patience, while others share their own positive experiences with dutasteride.