community 9 months big 3, 46 y/o. Adding RU
The person is using 1mg of finasteride daily, 2mg of minoxidil, and weekly dermarolling with a 1mm needle. They sometimes use topical minoxidil as well.
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990-1000 / 1000+ resultscommunity Possible "Cure" For Pos Finasteride Syndrome
A user reported full recovery from Post Finasteride Syndrome after 6 months of HCG treatment. They used 250IU of HCG three times a week.
community M22 with 2 years of treatment min/fin/microneedle/ketoconazole
A 22-year-old male has been using oral minoxidil, oral finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole for hair loss treatment over two years, experiencing some regrowth and maintenance. He reports side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction, and slight libido impact from minoxidil.
community 21 y/o. MPB. Having an itchy/burning scalp no matter what I do or try. Any advice please? Thanks.
A 21-year-old experiencing itchy and burning scalp with hair loss was diagnosed with MPB and scalp inflammation. They were prescribed Ketoconazole, Prednisone, Clindamycin, and Finasteride, and are considering trying antihistamines, dietary changes, and "nopoo" to alleviate symptoms.
community Finasteride gives me seb derm. Thoughts on zinc or other options?
A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.
community Just FYI, Here are pictures of 6 months results on Clascoterone 5%. Is it remarkable? No. But it seems likely to be FDA approved considering 1% is already available. This is a win, especially if you pair it with other treatments like Finasteride.
Clascoterone 5% shows potential for hair thickening and darkening, especially when combined with treatments like finasteride. It may be a good alternative for those who experience side effects from other treatments.
community If inhibiting DHT can cause Prolactin to increase then is the opposite also true?
The conversation discusses using P5P (Vitamin B6) supplements to reduce elevated Prolactin levels and concerns about its potential effect on increasing DHT levels. The user is not currently using finasteride or any anti-androgens.
community Is trichogram a good thing for testing genetic hair loss
A dermatologist checked for hereditary hair loss using blood tests and plans to perform a trichogram. The user had slightly low Vitamin D3 levels, and the trichogram may help confirm androgenetic alopecia.
community Am I a good candidate for finasteride? (Bloodwork) 18M NW2
An 18-year-old with Norwood 2 hair loss is considering finasteride treatment. Bloodwork shows testosterone and hormone levels mostly within normal ranges, except for low estradiol.
community [PLEASE HELP] oral minoxidil has made all my insecurities worse with minimal benefits.
A woman experienced increased body hair and acne with minimal hair improvement after switching from topical to oral minoxidil. Suggestions included reducing the oral dose, trying spironolactone, returning to topical minoxidil, or considering laser treatment for body hair.