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      community Do you see skin shedding with micro needling?

      in Microneedling  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling can cause skin shedding and inflammation, with some users adjusting needle size or frequency to reduce these effects. Some users combine microneedling with treatments like minoxidil, while others prefer smaller needles or alternative treatments like dutasteride.

      community Replacing Microneedling with Lice?

      in Chat  70 upvotes 8 months ago
      Using lice as an alternative to microneedling for hair loss treatment, with concerns about effectiveness and practicality. Some users humorously suggest genetically altering lice to produce beneficial compounds.

      community zinc + copper with finastetide/dutasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 3 years ago
      Taking zinc and copper may offset copper depletion and potentially aid hair health when used with finasteride. The user is considering whether to use these supplements alongside finasteride or wait until switching to dutasteride.

      community 4 months progress using 2.5mg min, 1mg fin and 10mg biotin.

      in Progress Pictures  40 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user shared their 4-month progress using 2.5mg minoxidil, 1mg finasteride, and 10mg biotin, noting slight testicular discomfort initially but no significant hairline changes yet. Another user reported similar treatment results, with hair darkening at the scalp center and small temple hairs.

      community Minoxidil asking advice as an 23F

      in Minoxidil  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      A 23-year-old woman is considering starting minoxidil for hair thinning but is concerned about its long-term use and effectiveness. Recommendations include consulting a doctor, checking ferritin levels, and considering treatments like spironolactone or finasteride, while minoxidil is suggested for regrowth but not as a primary treatment.

      community Just started my third month of fin min

      in Treatment  144 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user, aged 32, is treating hair loss with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, Vitamin D3, and magnesium. They shave their head, condition daily, and wash their hair every three weeks.

      community A rare case? Or a blind spot? Hair loss caused by low T + e2

      in Chat  10 upvotes 10 months ago
      Low testosterone and estradiol may contribute to hair loss, and blocking DHT without sufficient hormone levels might hinder regrowth. The discussion highlights the importance of hormone balance, with some considering supplements and lifestyle changes to support hair health.

      community Microneedling included as part of Big 4?

      in Question  6 upvotes 8 years ago
      Microneedling is considered an important addition to hair loss treatments like Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Nizoral, with evidence suggesting it enhances Minoxidil's effectiveness and can improve hair growth on its own. Users discuss various microneedling techniques, including heavy weekly sessions and lighter daily sessions, while expressing concerns about potential scalp damage and discomfort.

      community MSM [Methylsulfonylmethane] ??

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is not a treatment for male pattern baldness but can accelerate hair growth and thicken miniaturized hairs, with the side effect of increased hair growth all over the body. The user asks others to share their experiences with MSM.

      community 3 & 7 months progress on Topical Min and Topical Fin

      in Progress Pictures  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth over 7 months using topical Minoxidil, topical Finasteride, and multivitamins with biotin, noting more regrowth at 3 months than at 7 months. They suspect a shedding phase and are considering the impact of not continuing microneedling.

      community Fin, Dut, Min and microneedling after 1 year! (26yo)

      in Satire  2265 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. The user shares progress and thanks the pharmaceutical industry, with comments on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments.

      community Improve my stack (without Minoxidil)

      in Product  37 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses improving a hair loss treatment stack without using Minoxidil. Microneedling is suggested, Alpecin is deemed ineffective, and there are concerns about the safety of Minoxidil compared to finasteride.

      community Lowering dose of Oral Minoxidil?

      in Minoxidil  108 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user plans to lower their oral minoxidil dose from 5 mg to 2.5 mg to reduce side effects like puffiness and hypertrichosis, while also using finasteride and accutane. They are considering caffeine serums for puffiness and discussing dietary changes or switching to topical minoxidil to address bloating.

      community 3 Mo Progress Fin/Min- Sept.-Dec

      in Is this regrowth?  22 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing their positive progress with hair regrowth using oral minoxidil, biotin, finasteride, and other supplements. The user also mentions using a HIMS oral fin/min combo and receives advice and encouragement from others.

      community 1.5 year on finasteride,microneedling,and minoxidil.Nothing helps its getting even worse.Is it possible that finasteride doesnt work on everybody? 19m

      in Treatment  13 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and various supplements for hair loss without success, and is advised to reduce microneedling frequency and consider oral finasteride or dutasteride. It is noted that finasteride may not work for everyone, and some users suggest checking hormone levels and deficiencies.

      community Why are low finasteride doses seen as highly ineffective, when studies show 0.05 mg/day to work?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  38 upvotes 3 years ago
      The efficacy of low doses of finasteride to reduce scalp DHT, and whether studies showing a 61% reduction are reflected in actual results. Replies discussed hair growth as an unintended consequence of minoxidil and finasteride use, as well as self-selective bias, potential side effects, and that studies measure effectiveness by hair count changes rather than DHT inhibition.

      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 A less common type of hairloss case

      in Research/Science  7 upvotes 1 day ago
      High-dose Lysine and Histidine supplements caused curly/kinky hair and shedding due to Elastin dysfunction. Minoxidil, white tea, and dark grape juice were mentioned as treatments to inhibit Elastase and mimic Lysyl Oxidase.

      community Holding the line with no meds.

      in Progress Pictures  51 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 34-year-old man is using natural methods like rosemary and peppermint oil, micro-needling, and low-level laser therapy to manage hair thinning, avoiding medications like minoxidil and finasteride. Despite minimal visible progress, he values the non-medicated approach and remains consistent with his routine.